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03/02/2026
Healthy Futures Maesteg - Meeting with Local Elected Representatives - 29-01-26
Clinical Nurse Specialists
Clinical Nurse Specialists
16/03/2026
Celebrating our Cancer Clinical Nurse Specialists this National Cancer CNS Day

Every day across our health board, cancer clinical nurse specialists (CNS) make a life‑changing difference to people living with cancer. 

Prince Charles Hospital
Prince Charles Hospital
13/03/2026
£42m funding secured for final phase of Prince Charles Hospital redevelopment

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board has secured £42 million of funding from Welsh Government to deliver the third and final phase of the major refurbishment programme at Prince Charles Hospital (PCH), Merthyr Tydfil.

Helpmequit stand
Helpmequit stand
10/03/2026
Alun and Lynn's stories on becoming smoke-free

No Smoking Day 2026 takes place today (Wednesday 11 March). Over half of people who smoke in Wales (53%) want to quit.  If you’re thinking about it, you’re not alone.  

Overseas NHS Workers
Overseas NHS Workers
06/03/2026
Celebrating Overseas NHS Workers Day and 25 years of service from our Filipino nursing colleagues

This Friday, 6 March, we mark two important events here at CTM - Overseas NHS Workers Day and Employee Appreciation Day.

Stand Up Comedy Fundraiser Night Banner
Stand Up Comedy Fundraiser Night Banner
05/03/2026
International Women's Day 2026: Give to Gain

This International Women’s Day, the global theme is Give to Gain. It recognises the power of sharing and when people give their time, experience or support to others, the impact can be far reaching.

bright lights
bright lights
16/02/2026
Rapid diagnostic testing for bacterial infections to be rolled out in primary care

Rapid testing for bacterial infections is being rolled out in community pharmacies and GP surgeries across Wales.

Opening of the Women
Opening of the Women
26/02/2026
Women's Health Hub opens at Ysbyty Cwm Cynon

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board has marked the official opening of its first Integrated Women’s Health Hub at Ysbyty Cwm Cynon; bringing a range of services for women’s health together in one place.

Two people operating
Two people operating
26/02/2026
Statement on global orthopaedic surgery bone cement shortage

The alternative bone cement has received full clinical approval and will be available to all Health Boards from 2 March 2026.

20/02/2026
Share your experiences - shape the future of diabetes care

Living with diabetes or caring for someone who does can mean experiencing challenges every day.

Two people operating on patient
Two people operating on patient
19/02/2026
Health Board Statement on the National Bone Cement Shortage

There is currently a global shortage of bone cement affecting the NHS nationally following a manufacturing issue at the production facility of one of the main suppliers of the material.

Photos from Welsh Charities Week 2026
Photos from Welsh Charities Week 2026
13/02/2026
Welsh Charities Week 2026: Supporting NHS Care Across Cwm Taf Morgannwg

As part of Welsh Charities Week 2026, we are taking a moment to highlight the role of CTM NHS Charity and the difference local generosity makes across our hospitals and community services.

Maternity Support Worker Apprentices
Maternity Support Worker Apprentices
04/02/2026
Celebrating Our Maternity Support Worker Apprentices - Apprenticeship Week 2026

This Apprenticeship Week 2026, we are thrilled to celebrate the incredible work of our Maternity Support Worker (MSW) apprentices in CTM, a group of dedicated individuals who are making a real difference for families across our community.  

10/02/2026
National shortage of co-codamol tablets

There is currently a national shortage of co‑codamol 30/500 tablets, affecting supplies across Wales and the rest of the UK. Our healthcare teams have been advised on how to manage this so that patients continue to receive safe and appropriate pain relief.

Spaces to Talk and Sing session
Spaces to Talk and Sing session
04/02/2026
Community collaboration brings 'Spaces to Talk and Sing' to Princess of Wales Hospital

A new community-led project designed to support the emotional health of older patients and their families at Princess of Wales Hospital has been celebrated this week, transforming hospital day spaces into welcoming environments for connection, conversation and live music. 

apprentices from across Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
apprentices from across Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
04/02/2026
Celebrating National Apprenticeship Week 2026: Values Based Healthcare

National Apprenticeship Week is an opportunity for us as an organisation to celebrate the passion, dedication and fresh perspectives apprentices bring to our workforce in CTM every day.  

World Cancer Day Banner
World Cancer Day Banner
03/02/2026
World Cancer Day - The importance of movement and community during cancer recovery

4 February marks World Cancer Day, an internationally observed day that raises awareness of cancer and encourages its prevention, early detection and treatment.

NHS 111 Wales NHS Visit 111.WALES.NHS.UK or call Get expert healthcare advice Your first step if you re feeling unwell or aren
NHS 111 Wales NHS Visit 111.WALES.NHS.UK or call Get expert healthcare advice Your first step if you re feeling unwell or aren
03/02/2026
What is NHS 111 Wales and How It Can Help You Stay Well This Winter

Winter can be tough on your health, and finding the right care can feel overwhelming. NHS 111 Wales offers practical advice on what to do next and can guide you to the most appropriate service, whether that’s self-care at home, a pharmacist, GP, or urgent care. 

Group Photo of Bryan and Ray James Donation
Group Photo of Bryan and Ray James Donation
30/01/2026
Local couple celebrate 65th wedding anniversary by giving back to the team who cared for their great-granddaughter

When local couple Bryan and Ray celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary in October, they chose to mark the occasion not with gifts or grand gestures for themselves but with a heartfelt act of kindness to thank the hospital team who cared for their great-granddaughter, Daisy Ray.

01/12/2025
It takes a village to keep us protected from flu this winter