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New vision to reduce suicide deaths in Wales and improve support for people who self-harm
An ambitious new drive to create a more compassionate approach to understanding the causes of and responding to suicide and self-harm will help to save lives.
College wellbeing support playing important role in learners education experience
Learners across Wales are benefiting from increased wellbeing and mental health support thanks to £4 million in funding for colleges. Funding has previously been used to create wellbeing centres or counselling.
Strategy aims to support people who self-harm and have thoughts of suicide
Supporting people to reach out for help if they are struggling with self-harm or thoughts of suicide will help to save lives.
Peer support service a ‘game changer’ for people struggling with eating disorders, says Minister
A peer support service for people struggling with eating disorders has been hailed as a ‘game changer’ by Minister Sarah Murphy.
Additional funding to help those through difficult times
An extra £3m is being invested in bereavement services across Wales to help ensure everyone can access the support they need, when they need it.
Minister sets out vision for ethical use of AI in health and care in Wales
The Minister for Mental Health and Wellbeing has outlined ambitious plans to establish Wales as a trailblazer in the safe and ethical use of artificial intelligence (AI).
Major boost for women's health research in Wales
A dedicated women's health research centre opening this April will provide vital evidence to improve healthcare for women in Wales.
£13.7m to transform services and cut ADHD and autism waiting times
A further £13.7m will be invested to improve neurodivergence services and reduce waiting times for autism and ADHD assessments across Wales.
New app to improve maternity care in Wales
Pregnant women will benefit from better maternity care as a new app and electronic health record system is rolled out across Wales.
Women’s Health Plan for Wales launched to close the gender health gap
The first Women’s Health Plan for Wales has been launched today (Monday 9 December 2024) setting out a 10-year vision to improve healthcare services for women.
Folic acid added to flour to prevent birth defects in Wales
Flour will be boosted with folic acid to protect hundreds of babies against serious disabilities every year.
But daily supplements are still vital urges Wales’ top doctor.
Time to ‘stub it out’ for a generation
A new law has been laid before Parliament today, which could create the first smoke-free generation.