Aneurin Bevan University Health Board

02/06/2026

❌ Myth
You should rinse your teeth with water after brushing

✅ Fact
No. Spitting out toothpaste and not rinsing helps protect the teeth for longer

01/06/2026

‘Be You’ 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️- A message to our staff, patients, and communities this Pride Month 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

01/06/2026

This week, we’re celebrating Dietitian’s Week!

Meet three of our fantastic team members, sharing why they became a Dietician to why it’s more than just a job for them.

To learn about Dietitians Week, head to BDA’s website here: https://orlo.uk/2LFGB

And to find out about the work our Dietitians do, please visit here: https://orlo.uk/Kh6Uo

feature news

31/05/2026

Throughout May, we’ve been taking part in – a month dedicated to reducing muscle deconditioning by encouraging patients to get up, get dressed and keep moving (when appropriate) during their hospital stay.

From adapted sporting activities and chair exercises to gentle walks outdoors, our teams have been supporting patients to stay active in a way that is most suited to them, whilst helping them maintain strength and independence to aid their recovery 💪🏼

Well done to all!

31/05/2026

Today is ***coDay - Here is Lisa's heart breaking story.

💔 “Your mum is the one person you call when everything goes wrong. I can’t do that anymore.”
Lisa lost her mum to lung cancer - a cancer that kills more people than any other in Gwent, with 90% of cases linked to smoking.
This No Smoking Day, Lisa is begging others not to wait until it’s too late.

What looked like a simple chest infection turned out to be advanced lung cancer. Her mum deteriorated overnight.
Lisa’s message is painfully clear: “Your family want memories with you, not memories of you. Quit smoking today.”

💬 If you smoke, don’t wait for symptoms. Free NHS help is here! 🚭
👉 Call 0800 085 2219
👉 Text HMQ to 80818
👉 https://orlo.uk/u74Ky

31/05/2026

***coDay
Secondhand smoke finds its way into hospital waiting rooms, wards and even the lungs of our most vulnerable patients, which is why it is against the law to smoke on hospital sites.

Get free help to STOP NOW and make a positive difference to your health and those around you. Visit: https://orlo.uk/kShPt

30/05/2026

“When I was first diagnosed, ‘I can’t’ became part of my vocabulary. I kept telling myself I couldn’t do things because of MS.”

In recognition of World Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Day, we’re celebrating the inspirational story of mental health worker, Louis 🧡

When diagnosed with Primary Progressive MS at just 31 years old, Louis was told he may find himself in a wheelchair within five years.

Six years on from his diagnosis, he has transformed his physical and mental health and discovered Hyrox - an inclusive global fitness competition that welcomes everyone from professional athletes to wheelchair users and those with impairments. With a London Hyrox win already under his belt, Louis recently went on to win his category at Cardiff Hyrox with the support of guide runner, Tom, meaning he will now go on to represent Wales at the Hyrox World Championships in Stockholm next month!

“Primary Progressive MS is quite rare and it’s rare to have it under the age of 50.” Said Louis. “Although MS can be quite unpredictable, focusing on the things that I can do and the things that I can control has actually been really helpful for my physical and mental health as well.”

🧡

30/05/2026

Great to see some of our staff at the Chippenham Playing Fields parkrun, Monmouth this morning taking part in the Chippenham Playing Fields Monmouth, 5k Your Way, Move Against Cancer. They joined Scott and Clare in raising awareness of the importance of reducing your skin cancer risk, as part of our parkrun spotlight series.

30/05/2026

We are at Chippenham Playing Fields parkrun, Monmouth as part of our parkrun spotlight series, raising awareness to attendees on reducing their risk of Skin Cancer.

The Health Board is urging everyone in Gwent to follow these essential tips:

☀️ Seek shade between 11am and 3pm, when the sun is strongest
☀️ Cover up with suitable clothing, hats, and UV-protective sunglasses
☀️ Protect children — their skin is especially vulnerable
☀️ Apply sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher and 4-star UVA protection — and reapply regularly

It's also important to remember that sunburn doesn’t only happen abroad — skin damage can occur here in Wales, even on cloudy days.

29/05/2026

Don't forget the Gwent Health Guide is here to make sure you and your family know where to go for help.