Aneurin Bevan University Health Board

19/01/2026

We would like to thank everyone for their understanding and cooperation since we introduced visiting with a purpose at the Royal Gwent Hospital due to Norovirus on Friday.

Thanks to the actions taken by our patients, visitors and staff over the weekend, we are now beginning to see signs of improvement. This has been vital in helping to reduce the spread of infection and protect some of our most vulnerable patients.

However, our sites remain under significant pressure and Norovirus and other winter illnesses are still circulating in our communities. To ensure this progress continues, visiting with a purpose is likely to remain.

Visiting with a purpose includes essential wellbeing needs such as delivering fresh clothing and personal items, supporting mental wellbeing, and end-of-life care. If you are unsure whether your visit is appropriate, please speak to the ward team, who can advise you.

These measures remain essential to:
• Protect patients and visitors
• Support our staff
• Keep hospital services running safely
We kindly ask that:
• Visitors continue to contact wards before attending
• Anyone with sickness, diarrhoea, coughs, colds or flu like symptoms does not visit until at least 48 hours after symptoms have fully resolved
• Visitors wash their hands regularly with soap and water and wear a mask at all times

We know how important visiting is for wellbeing and supporting loved ones, and we are grateful for the care and consideration shown so far. Your continued cooperation will help us take the next steps towards easing restrictions when it is safe to do so.

Please note that all medical appointments will still be going ahead, unless you are contacted directly to rearrange.

Thank you for playing your part in helping keep our hospitals safe for everyone. If you have an urgent question please send us a direct message.

19/01/2026

We’re proud to support campaign ☕ People can feel low on any day of the year but connecting over a cuppa is a great way to check in with each other 💚

19/01/2026

It’s more important than ever to take the time to check in with the people we care about. That’s why we’re getting together for this year to raise vital funds and awareness for Samaritans. ☕ 💚 https://orlo.uk/aSbgU

18/01/2026

Feeling unwell and not sure where to go? Start with NHS 111 Wales.

NHS 111 Wales is a free, 24/7 service offering expert health advice and guidance, helping you get the right care, in the right place, first time.

Use NHS 111 Wales when:
- Feeling unwell and not sure what to do or where to go
-Your GP surgery is closed, and you need advice or an emergency prescription
-You need urgent mental health support
-You have a minor illness like a toothache, earache, or rash

🌐 Visit https://orlo.uk/Nc4Ul
📞 Call 111.
🚨 If it’s a serious or life-threatening emergency, always call 999.

17/01/2026

When Courtney took an unexpected tumble from her attic, she badly injured her arm. She headed straight to the Minor Injury Unit at the Royal Gwent Hospital, where she was x rayed, told she’d broken her wrist in three places, put in a plaster and discharged - all within 90 minutes. 💨

✨ “I cannot fault the staff that took care of me. Great sense of humour from all of them considering I’d messed my arm up quite spectacularly! Top job, thank you so much!” ✨

Our Minor Injury Units (MIU) can treat a wide range of injuries quickly and are located across Gwent.

Find your nearest MIU on our website: https://orlo.uk/F1bST

17/01/2026

We're reviewing the long-term arrangements for stroke rehabilitation services, which were centralised at one hospital on a temporary basis in 2023.

This engagement period, which runs until Friday 30th January 2026, is an important opportunity for patients, carers, local residents, staff, partner organisations and community groups to share their views, provide full feedback and help ensure that stroke rehabilitation services are meeting the needs of the local population.

Below is a reminder of the details for the next upcoming sessions:
- Monday 19th January 2026, 4pm – 5:30pm, Online session via Teams
- Thursday 22nd January 2026, 3:30pm - 5pm, Main Hall, Monmouth Priory & St Mary’s Priory Church, Priory Street, Monmouth, NP25 3NX
- Wednesday 28th January 2026, 5:30pm – 7pm, Dennis Puddle Room, Blaenavon Workman’s Hall, High Street, Blaenavon, NP4 9PT

We’d love to see you there!

Read more here: https://orlo.uk/dkPxW

16/01/2026

❗ With immediate effect, due to the significant number of Norovirus cases across patients and staff, we are now introducing visiting with a purpose at the Royal Gwent Hospital. ❗ We currently have 90 patients and 28 staff members affected.

Norovirus spreads very easily and can have a serious impact on vulnerable patients and the safe running of our services. We know Norovirus is circulating across our communities and we need everyone's support to keep our hospitals safe.

This decision to introduce visiting with a purpose has not been taken lightly, but it is necessary to protect the health of our patients and staff and to reduce further transmission of norovirus, which is circulating across Gwent.

We ask that everyone contact the ward before visiting. Visitors who arrive without prior contact may be turned away.
If you are visiting any of our sites, it is essential that you do not have any of the following symptoms:
- Sickness or diarrhoea
- A cough
- Cold or flu-like symptoms
If you have experienced any of the above symptoms, please do not visit any of our hospitals or sites until at least 48 hours after symptoms have fully resolved.

If visiting any site, it is important that you:
- Wash your hands regularly with soap and water
- Wear a mask at all times

Visiting with a purpose includes essential wellbeing needs such as delivering fresh clothing and personal items, supporting mental wellbeing, and end-of-life care. If you are unsure whether your visit is appropriate, please speak to the ward team, who can advise you.

Anyone with an appointment should still attend unless they are displaying symptoms.

How you can help to ease the pressure on our local NHS services:

Choose the right service for your needs – our Emergency Department is for life-threatening emergencies only. For other care, please consider:
-Local pharmacies for expert advice and treatment
-NHS 111 online or by phone for urgent advice
-Minor Injury Units for broken bones, wounds, burns, and minor head injuries (find your nearest MIU: https://orlo.uk/nyRTE)

Thank you for your understanding and support in helping us keep our patients and staff safe during this challenging time.

15/01/2026

We are currently experiencing a significant increase in norovirus cases across our sites, alongside a rise in flu. Norovirus spreads very easily and can have a serious impact on vulnerable patients and on the safe running of our services.

To help reduce the spread of infection, please do not visit or accompany friends or relatives to our sites if you are feeling unwell, particularly if you have:
- Sickness or diarrhoea
- A cough
- Cold or flu symptoms

If you have had sickness or diarrhoea, do not visit for at least 48 hours after your symptoms have completely stopped. This is essential, as norovirus can continue to spread even after you start to feel better.

Flu and other respiratory illnesses can be dangerous for vulnerable people, including older adults, young children and babies. By staying away when unwell, you are helping to protect patients, staff and yourselves.

Please only visit our sites once you are fully symptom-free, and help us reduce the impact of infections this winter.

If you are eligible, remember to get your flu vaccine to protect yourself and your loved ones.

15/01/2026

The Welsh Government is committed to improving the diversity of public appointments in Wales.

The Welsh Government Anti-racist Wales Action Plan and Diversity and Inclusion Strategy for Public Appointments sets out a vision and actions aimed at supporting delivery of this key Ministerial priority for Wales.

We are keen to work with our external partners to build a pipeline of individuals who are interested in applying for a board position.

To view the latest advertisements for public appointments in Wales, please visit: https://orlo.uk/wtQfi

Closing date for the above appointments is 02/02/2026 at 16:00.

Title: Aneurin Bevan University Health Board - Vice Chair . Application deadline: 02/02/2026, 16:00. Vacancy ID: 3399

15/01/2026

15/01/2026

Join us for a special Mental Health parkrun at Aberbeeg!

📅 Saturday 7th February 2026
✅ Walk, jog, run, or volunteer - everyone’s welcome!
💚 Improve your wellbeing and meet amazing people.

👉 Don’t miss out - mark your calendar and why not bring a friend!

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15/01/2026

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