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Faster access to mental healthcare for children and young people

Children and young people are receiving faster access to mental health support, as waiting times fall across Wales.

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Senedd passes new regulations to tackle alcohol misuse in Wales

A landmark policy to help reduce deaths and harm from excess alcohol use will be extended in Wales, following a vote in the Senedd.

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Earlier treatment for people affected by ketamine

A new programme is being developed helping people get earlier support for ketamine-related health problems.

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People in Wales can now track their NHS waiting list progress on the app

People across Wales can now see where they are on NHS waiting lists using the NHS Wales App.

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New powers to protect NHS staff come into force in Wales

New legal protections for NHS staff against nuisance and disruptive behaviour in hospitals have come into force in Wales.

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Football clubs urged to access mental health course

The Minister for Sports is urging football clubs across Wales to take up a mental health training course to better support teams, coaches, and players.

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Public asked about new 10-year dementia strategy

The public will be asked to help shape the future of support for people with dementia and their families, as a new 10-year strategy is published today.

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Wales showcases health leadership on global stage

Wales’s innovative public health approach received international recognition at a major World Health Organisation meeting this week.

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‘Early intervention can prevent young people reaching crisis point with their mental health’

‘Early intervention can prevent young people reaching crisis point with their mental health’ – said Mental Health Minister Sarah Murphy.

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More than 200,000 calls to urgent mental health service

The national 111 press 2 service, which has transformed access to support for urgent mental health issues, has received more than 200,000 calls since its launch.

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Welsh Government salutes our Armed Forces

The Welsh Government is proudly celebrating Armed Forces Week, honouring the contribution of veterans, serving personnel, and their families as communities across Wales prepare for a series of special events.

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Welsh football clubs supported to reach mental health goals

Every football club in Wales will be able to access one of around 1,000 mental health awareness training places as part of a drive to better support clubs to support their teams, coaches and players and their wider community.