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Health Minister response to latest NHS Wales performance data – June and July 2023
Health and Social Services Minister Eluned Morgan said:
“It is encouraging to see progress on reducing some of the longest waits and the average waiting time for treatment in Wales is 19.1 weeks – 10 weeks less than the peak three years ago, and two and a half weeks shorter than a year ago.

Extra support for people on waiting lists could prevent some of the 6,000 cancelled NHS treatments
Health Minister Eluned Morgan has launched a new policy to support people waiting for treatment, which will help prevent some of the 6,000 last-minute cancellations of treatment on the NHS in Wales.

Health and social care Welsh Language plan advisory board announced
Health Minister, Eluned Morgan, has announced the members of an advisory panel to monitor and scrutinise Welsh Government plans to improve the provision of Welsh language care in health and social care services.

Parents encouraged to get their children's eyes tested this summer.
A new campaign is encouraging parents to get their children’s eyes tested this summer at their local opticians.

Minister thanks hardworking NHS staff across North Wales
Health and Social Services Minister, Eluned Morgan, has spent three days at Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board this week meeting staff and patients across the breadth of North Wales.

AI helping to diagnose cancer in Wales.
Artificial intelligence (AI) is changing how suspected prostate and breast cancer is being diagnosed in Wales.

Welsh Government response to latest NHS Wales performance data – May and June 2023
The Welsh Government has responded to the latest NHS Performance data published today (20 July).

“Today’s NHS model will not be sustainable with the projected increases in demand and tough choices lie ahead "- Health Minister Eluned Morgan
As the NHS turns 75, Health Minister Eluned Morgan has set out how the NHS will need to be reformed and how the public will need to help shape those reforms if the NHS is to celebrate a centenary.

Minister thanks NHS Wales staff ahead of NHS 75 celebrations
The Minister for Health and Social Services, Eluned Morgan, has praised the work and dedication of NHS Wales staff as they prepare to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the NHS.

NHS Wales Chief Executive responds to latest performance data
NHS Wales Chief Executive Judith Paget has responded to the latest NHS Wales performance data for April and May 2023.

New approach to tackle diabetes and improve care unveiled.
The Welsh Government has published new requirements for the NHS in Wales to improve diabetes care and better support people to manage their condition.

Community celebration marks 75 years of the NHS in Wales
A multi-faith church service to celebrate the wealth of talent and diversity of the National Health Service in Wales is one of several activities taking place to mark the 75th anniversary in July.