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New research centre to help tackle historic gender health gap

Women will benefit from groundbreaking research and innovation designed to eliminate health inequalities at Wales’ first Women's Health Research Centre.

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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.

MMHWB with school children and supporters of the Tobacco and Vapes Bill

Senedd backs measures to create a smoke-free generation and curb youth vaping

Senedd Members have today supported a historic Bill, which will create Wales' first smoke-free generation.

Launch of women's health materials for schools with Cardiff and Vale Youth Board and Minister for mental health and wellbeing

Young people to receive new information about women’s health

All secondary school pupils will be able to access new education materials designed to help increase understanding about common women’s health conditions.

Minister for Mental Health and Wellbeing Sarah Murphy with delegates including CEO Elisabeth Bräutigam at the WHO Regions for Health Network Annual Conference; St. Pölten, Austria-2

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.

MMHWB Sarah Murphy at The Hangout in Barry

‘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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Prevention has the power to radically improve Wales’ health

More focus on prevention and public health is needed to improve people’s long-term health in Wales.

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Cookery classes help tackle alcohol misuse

People with long-term alcohol problems are learning to prepare meals together – thanks to a new project that addresses the poor nutrition and social isolation often linked to alcohol misuse.

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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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Parents in Wales to receive improved neonatal care support

Families with premature and sick babies in Wales will receive better support through a new programme to improve neonatal care standards across the country.

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Consultation on raising minimum alcohol price in Wales

The number of harmful drinkers could be reduced by nearly 5,000 people under plans to raise the minimum unit price of alcohol in Wales.

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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.