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Health experts welcome downward trend in childhood dental extractions under general anaesthetic

Dental public health experts have welcomed findings showing a reduction in the number of reported child dental extractions under general anaesthetic over the last decade. 

Interventions to address digital exclusion improves engagement, skills, and confidence, says new report

A review of existing evidence produced by Public Health Wales as part of the collaboration with the Health and Care Research Wales Evidence Centre shows that interventions to address digital exclusion in older adults can increase uptake and digital literacy while also improving people's own perception of their own abilities, and willingness to use technology.

Long-term thinking resource helps organisations protect the health of future generations

A new resource to help organisations use long term thinking to reduce health inequalities is being launched by Public Health Wales in partnership with the Office of the Future Generations Commissioner. 

Increase in TB cases in Wales, but longer-term trend is decreasing – new report

The number of newly diagnosed TB cases in Wales increased from 71 in 2022 to 84 in 2023, but the longer-term trend is decreasing, according to a new report being published ahead of World TB Day (24 March).   

Case studies released to demonstrate how organisations can unite to respond to cost of living

The Building a Healthier Wales group, a partnership working together to promote prevention measures across all areas of health, have released case studies designed to demonstrate how organisations have been able to make a difference in their communities. 

Hepatitis C eliminated in UK's biggest prison

Public Health Wales has helped HMP Berwyn, the UK’s biggest prison, eliminate hepatitis C amongst its residents. 

"Shaping Places for Well-being in Wales" Programme Aims to Tackle Health Inequalities

In a concerted effort to address health inequalities and enhance well-being across Wales, the "Shaping Places for Well-being in Wales" programme has been announced.  

Public Health Outcomes Framework reporting tool updated with latest data

Public Health Wales has refreshed the indicators in the Public Health Outcomes Framework reporting tool.  

British Science Week - Amy's Story

To mark British Science Week, we’re #SmashingStereotypes and bringing you stories from staff in the Health Protection and Screening Services Directorate

Today, we’re bringing you Amy's story.

British Science Week - Lee's Story

To mark British Science Week, we’re #SmashingStereotypes and bringing you stories from staff in the Health Protection and Screening Services Directorate.

Today, we’re bringing you Lee's story.