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New study demonstrates effectiveness of flu vaccine in children

New information from a study* published today shows that the influenza vaccination this year offers significant protection and is particularly effective against hospitalisation among 2-17 year olds.  The vaccine is 72 […]

Public Health Wales welcomes Chief Medical Officer’s call for a shift to a prevention-first approach to health

The Chief Medical Officer’s annual report, published today, has called for a shift to a prevention first approach to health and highlights that successful prevention initiatives have demonstrated the potential […]

New report encourages the expansion of international health partnerships in Wales and showcases international mutual learning for Wales

This latest Progress Report for 2022-2024 on the International Health Coordination Centre (IHCC) demonstrates that it continues to raise the profile of international health activity in Wales, highlighting the achievements, […]

Open farm visitors reminded to take safety precautions when visiting farms.

Ahead of Open Farm Sunday on 8 June 2025, Public Health Wales is reminding visitors to open farms of a few simple steps to help keep people safe when enjoying […]

New report reveals details of stark inequalities in cancer incidence rates across Wales

People in Wales face differences in rates of cancer depending on their housing, job and ethnicity, according to a new study by Public Health Wales’ Welsh Cancer Intelligence and Surveillance […]