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National Work Experience Week 2025
National Work Experience Week 2025
14/04/2025
CTM Celebrates National Work Experience Week 2025

This week CTM is celebrating National Work Experience Week 2025 (14-18 April)

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mobile phone with speech bubble containing phone and e-mail symbols
11/04/2025
Bridging the Gap: Tackling Digital Exclusion in Maternity Care

A project being pioneered at Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board is ensuring that new mums, who are digitally excluded, are provided with free SIM cards and data, enabling them to access vital digital healthcare services.  

Map of Royal Glamorgan Hospital
Map of Royal Glamorgan Hospital
09/04/2025
Parking update for visitors to Royal Glamorgan Hospital

We are currently installing some temporary units on site at Royal Glamorgan Hospital, which will increase our surgical and endoscopy capacity

Temporary change to X-ray service at Ysbyty Cwm Rhondda Hospital
Temporary change to X-ray service at Ysbyty Cwm Rhondda Hospital
08/04/2025
Update: Temporary change to X-ray service at Ysbyty Cwm Rhondda Hospital

The GP X-ray service at Ysbyty Cwm Rhondda Hospital has today (7 April 2025) reopened.

Generic Award
Generic Award
04/04/2025
Cwm Taf Morgannwg celebrates shortlisting for prestigious HSJ Digital Awards 2025

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board (CTM UHB) is proud to be shortlisted in two categories at this year’s HSJ Digital Awards; recognition of its dedication to pioneering digital solutions that are shaping the future of healthcare across the UK.

Virtual Reality training for social care staff in Bridgend
Virtual Reality training for social care staff in Bridgend
19/03/2025
Virtual Reality training rolled out for social care staff in Bridgend

A new Virtual Reality (VR) training programme, developed by Goggleminds, has been rolled out for social care staff in Bridgend, to enhance management of high-risk swallowing incidents.

The Charter for Families Bereaved by Public Tragedy
The Charter for Families Bereaved by Public Tragedy
17/03/2025
Welsh public organisations pledge new approach focused on the bereaved and survivors of public tragedies

Organisations across Wales have signed a charter which commits them to responding to public tragedies with openness, transparency and accountability.

Cwm Taf Morgannwg Baby and Toddler Voice launch
Cwm Taf Morgannwg Baby and Toddler Voice launch
14/03/2025
CTM Baby and Toddler Voice Statements Launched

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board has launched the CTM Baby and Toddler Voice statements to champion the rights of babies and toddlers living in the region.  

plaster on child
plaster on child
20/02/2025
Last chance to protect yourself and your loved ones from COVID-19 and Flu

Time is running out to get vaccinated against Flu and COVID-19 and protect yourself and your loved ones from getting seriously ill.

baby feet
baby feet
13/03/2025
Baby Friendly Accreditation for Maternity Services

Maternity Services at Prince Charles and Princess of Wales Hospitals are now recognised by UNICEF’s Baby Friendly Accreditation.

Were supporting No Smoking Day
Were supporting No Smoking Day
12/03/2025
National No Smoking Day: Mark's Story

12th March is National No Smoking Day.

Endoscopy Units
Endoscopy Units
11/03/2025
New Endoscopy space opens at Royal Glamorgan Hospital

The first patients to receive diagnostic endoscopies at brand new temporary facilities located at Royal Glamorgan Hospital were welcomed into the units last week.

Maternity and neonatal services return to Princess of Wales Hospital
Maternity and neonatal services return to Princess of Wales Hospital
17/02/2025
Maternity Service returns to Princess of Wales Hospital

From today, Monday 17th February, we are delighted to be resuming maternity services at the Princess of Wales Hospital, Bridgend.

NHS 24 Cymru
NHS 24 Cymru
07/03/2025
24 Hours in NHS Wales: A Day of Dedication, Care, and Impact

In just 24 hours, the NHS touches countless lives - within hospital and clinic walls and in the community.

Zoe Train - Celebrating International Women
Zoe Train - Celebrating International Women
05/03/2025
CTM Women Behind the Uniform: From Breast Care Specialist to Princess Belle

Read Zoe’s story - CTM UHB Consultant Oncoplastic Breast Surgeon, mother of twins, and Guinness World Record holder - who’s proving that CTM women (and princesses) are more than their job titles. From the operating room to the half marathon course, discover how she’s inspiring the next generation.

Preparing RGH for solar energy
Preparing RGH for solar energy
14/02/2025
Preparing RGH for solar energy: works on site 22 February – 7 March 2025

In preparation for a dedicated and independent clean energy supply generated by the new Coed-Ely solar farm, works will begin on site at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital from Saturday 22 February to Friday 7 March

Supporting National Careers Week
Supporting National Careers Week
03/03/2025
National Careers Week 2025: Spotlight on CTM Staff

This week CTMUHB is celebrating National Careers Week 2025 an annual UK wide event dedicated to promoting careers, education and guidance.

Supporting National Careers Week Join Cwm Taf Morgannwg
Supporting National Careers Week Join Cwm Taf Morgannwg
03/03/2025
National Careers Week 2025: NHS Careers for our Armed Forces Family

This week CTMUHB is celebrating National Careers Week 2025 an annual UK wide event dedicated to promoting careers, education and guidance. 

Dydd Gwyl Dewi Hapus
Dydd Gwyl Dewi Hapus
28/02/2025
Celebrating Dydd Gwyl Dewi Sant at CTMUHB

This St. David’s Day, we’re taking a look back on our achievements over the last 12 months to increase the use of Welsh in CTM and the experiences and care we provide for our patients.

Dentist looking at man
Dentist looking at man
12/02/2025
New Online Portal for NHS Dental Places in Cwm Taf Morgannwg

If you are looking for an NHS dentist across Rhondda, Cynon, Taff Ely, Merthyr or Bridgend, the Dental Access Portal is your new way to register your interest for routine NHS dental treatment.