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Almost Half of Dementia Cases Could Be Prevented Through Lifestyle Changes

Public Health Wales is highlighting the importance of brain health following a review of international evidence showing that up to 45 percent of dementia cases could be prevented. While dementia is often perceived as an inevitable part of ageing, growing evidence shows that lifestyle and environmental changes play a significant role in reducing risk.

Better mental wellbeing linked to better heart health

Better mental wellbeing is linked to improved heart health, with new evidence showing it is associated with lower cardiovascular mortality and reduced risk factors such as high blood pressure and unhealthy cholesterol levels. 

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STATEMENT: Sexual Health Test and Post Service

Following a review, Public Health Wales has identified some operational issues in our Sexual Health Test and Post Service. 

Tooth decay in young children in Wales continues to fall, but inequalities remain

New findings from the NHS Wales Dental Epidemiology Programme show that the oral health of School Year One children in Wales continues to improve, with fewer experiencing tooth decay than in previous years. 

Wales leads globally in recognising social connections as a public health priority.

Public Health Wales has published a new report examining loneliness, social isolation and social connection across the nation, drawing on findings from the 2025 flagship report from the World Health Organization’s Commission on Social Connection. 

Welsh public backs stronger support for women's health and well-being after pregnancy

New findings from Public Health Wales’s latest Time to Talk Public Health survey show strong public support for the provision of health and well-being support for women in the year after pregnancy.

Flood risks are increasing across Wales – Public Health Wales offers advice on how to best prepare

An increase in flood risk is one of the biggest climate-related health risks in Wales, with Public Health Wales urging people to be prepared and giving advice on how to find out if you are at risk and what to do next.

Investigation into food poisoning incident at The Corner House Inn concludes

Public Health Wales has confirmed that the investigation into a food poisoning incident linked to The Corner House Inn in Llangynwyd, near Maesteg, has now concluded.

North Wales Comes Together to Transform Diabetes Care and Prevention

Families and individuals from across North Wales have been invited by NHS Wales, to help reshape diabetes care at an innovative 'hackathon' event – as figures reveal the condition now affects one in five adults across Wales. 

New data analysis highlights opportunities to prevent childhood obesity in Wales

Too many children in Wales are living with overweight or obesity before their third birthday, but a combination of early interventions and supportive environments could help change this.