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20/06/2008 -  Trust Retains Gold Corporate Health at Work Standard

Trust retains Gold Standard  ... more

 

19/06/2008 -  Something for the Pain

The three NHS Trusts in North Wales have contributed to the first National Pain Strategy which aims to improve the lives of patients suffering from Chronic Non-malignant Pain.  ... more

 

13/06/2008 -  Snowdon Rocks 2 - Return to the Mountain........ with Mike Peters

On Saturday June 21st 2008 (The Longest Day), Mike Peters, the internationally acclaimed singer of Welsh rock and roll band The Alarm will once again lead a procession of doctors, nurses, fans and s  ... more

 

12/06/2008 -  High Achievers at the North West Wales NHS Trust

The contribution of staff and volunteers to the work of the North West Wales NHS Trust has been recognised with a special awards ceremony.  ... more

 

06/06/2008 -  Springtime Arts at Ysbyty Eryri

Visual artist Nancy Evans and Poet Iwan Llwyd have been working in collaboration with the patients and staff at the Ysbyty Eryri to produce a series of printed textile pieces giving the hospital envir  ... more

 

28/05/2008 -  Ysbyty Gwynedd Patients Benefit From Free Home Fire Safety Checks

The North West Wales NHS Trust are working in partnership with the North Wales Fire and Rescue Service and the WRVS to ensure patients at Ysbyty Gwynedd are safe from fire after being discharged and r  ... more

 

14/05/2008 -  North West Wales NHS Trust and Josie Russell Offer a Helping Hand to Africa.

The North West Wales NHS Trust has contributed redundant medical equipment to Josie Russell’s Africa Appeal.  ... more

 

02/05/2008 -  North West Wales NHS Trust Welcomes a Robot to the Pharmacy Team

A state of the art robot has been installed at the Ysbyty Gwynedd Pharmacy to help with dispensing medicine.   ... more

 

30/04/2008 -  North West Wales NHS Trust Balances the Books and Repeats Waiting List Target Success

The North West Wales NHS Trust has again succeeded in reaching the National Assembly’s waiting list targets over the past year.  ... more

 

25/04/2008 -  Email a Patient at Ysbyty Gwynedd

Patients at Ysbyty Gwynedd are to receive an innovative new email service.   ... more

 

11/04/2008 -  Nursing Cadet of the Year

Einir Wyn Morris of Bethel has been named as the North West Wales NHS Trust Nursing Cadet of the Year.  ... more

 

27/02/2008 -  Event to Showcase Careers in the NHS

College students and school pupils in Gwynedd and Anglesey are being invited to find out about the wide range of careers and jobs in the NHS.  ... more

 

22/02/2008 -  North West Wales Nursing Conference and Awards 2008

The achievements of the nurses of the North West Wales NHS Trust have again been recognised at the Annual Nursing Conference.  ... more

 

15/02/2008 -  Award For World Class Contribution to Children’s Healthcare

The winner of this year’s Dr E C Benn Award is Elaine Owen from Cemaes Bay, a Clinical Specialist and Superintendent Paediatric Physiotherapist with the North West Wales NHS Trust based at the Child D  ... more

 

01/02/2008 -  Newly Qualified Emergency Nurse Practitioners at Llandudno General Hospital

Three newly qualified Emergency Nurse Practitioners have taken up their roles at Llandudno General Hospital Minor Injuries Unit.  ... more

 

19/12/2007 -  Hospitals gear up for Christmas

Staff at Ysbyty Gwynedd Emergency Department and the Llandudno General Hospital Minor Injuries Unit are preparing for a busy Christmas period, and are appealing to the public to use its services wisel  ... more

 

07/12/2007 -  Trust to Introduce Protected Mealtimes and Amend Visiting Times

From 7 January 2008, the North West Wales NHS Trust will be introducing Protected Mealtimes and amending its visiting times throughout its hospitals.  ... more

 

30/11/2007 -  Doctors Talking to The Animals at North West Wales NHS Trust!

An unique new module which compares the healthcare of humans and animals has been introduced for medical students hosted by the North West Wales NHS Trust.  ... more

 

23/11/2007 -  Confirmation Service held for the First Time at Ysbyty Gwynedd’s Chaplaincy Centre

The first ever confirmation service has been held at the Multi Faith Chaplaincy Centre at Ysbyty Gwynedd.   ... more

 

19/11/2007 -  Opening of Ysbyty Alltwen Rescheduled for Summer 2008

The opening of Ysbyty Alltwen, the new community hospital near Porthmadog, has been rescheduled.  ... more

 

09/11/2007 -  Clinical School Brings More Doctors to North Wales

A pioneering partnership between higher education institutions and the health sector is paving the way for radical improvements in the quality of healthcare in North Wales  ... more

 

26/10/2007 -  Candle Service for Parents and Families of Children Who Have Died

A candle service of remembrance will be held in Bangor Cathedral on Friday November 30th 2007, at 7.30pm for parents and families of children who have died.  ... more

 

26/10/2007 -  Public and Patients to have key roles with launch of new North West Wales NHS Trust Partnership

The North West Wales NHS Trust has launched an exciting new strategy which puts the Public and Patient Partnership at the heart of delivering an effective, comprehensive and modern health service.   ... more

 

12/10/2007 -  North West Wales NHS Trust Appoints Infection Control Lead

The North West Wales NHS Trust has appointed a General Manager for Infection Control, Cleanliness and Hygiene as it continues its work to drive down healthcare acquired infections.  ... more

 

28/09/2007 -  Patient Sends Thanks For Excellent Care Sixty Years After Discharge

A former patient has contacted the North West Wales NHS Trust to express his thanks for the care he received just after the Second World War.   ... more

 

07/09/2007 -  North West Wales NHS Trust Consultant Honoured At Ghana’s 50th Birthday Celebrations

Mr Ernest Ahiaku, Consultant Urologist at Ysbyty Gwynedd has been presented with an award for outstanding achievement in Medicine.   ... more

 

31/08/2007 -  Rugby Legend Presents North West Wales NHS Trust with Basic Skills Award

The North West Wales NHS Trust has received an award for its work in improving Basic Skills among its staff.  ... more

 

24/08/2007 -  Teenagers Take up Outdoor Challenge for Ysbyty Gwynedd's Children's Unit

A group of four teenagers from Anglesey gave up their Sunday morning lie-in for six weeks to take part in outdoor activities and raise money for Ysbyty Gwynedd's Childrens Unit  ... more

 

17/08/2007 -  New Ophthalmology Unit Improves Patient Care at Ysbyty Gwynedd.

A new purpose designed Ophthalmology Unit at Ysbyty Gwynedd which opened this week, will offer a modern and streamlined facility for the delivery of Ophthalmic services.  ... more

 

03/08/2007 -  North West Wales NHS Trust Clinical Biochemistry Department Contributes to vital Medical Research

Staff at Ysbyty Gwynedd’s Clinical Biochemistry laboratory have been praised for their contributions to research on lung cancer and streamlining the diagnostic process for a range of other conditions.  ... more

 

30/07/2007 -  Women Only on the Ysbyty Alltwen Construction Site!

It was women only on the Ysbyty Alltwen site this week with a special visit from secondary school students.  ... more

 

18/07/2007 -  Infection Control Poster Competition

Primary school pupils in Anglesey and Gwynedd were asked to design a bilingual poster  ... more

 

18/06/2007 -  Women with ovarian cancer to help charity research at Llandudno General Hospital

The research centre at Llandudno General Hospital is one of nine centres throughout the UK taking part in research to help gain a greater understanding of ovarian cancer.   ... more

 

12/06/2007 -  Improvements to The Science Within Healthcare Brings Rapid Diagnosis at North West Wales NHS Trust

Improved technology and training at Ysbyty Gwynedd’s Clinical Biochemistry Laboratory mean greater than ever capacity for analysis of blood, urine and tissue samples.  ... more

 

05/06/2007 -  Three Peaks Challenge for Ysbyty Gwynedd Nurses

A group of nurses and physiotherapists from Ysbyty Gwynedd are set tackle one of Britain’s toughest mountaineering challenges and all for a good cause.  ... more

 

14/05/2007 -  Mission to Malawi

A North West Wales NHS Trust Nurse is setting up a community project in Malawi to support people living with HIV.  ... more

 

16/04/2007 -  North West Wales NHS Trust Providing Award Winning Green Healthcare

The North West Wales NHS Trust has won a national award for Sustainable Procurement  ... more

 

04/04/2007 -  North West Wales NHS Trust Sweeps the Board at the Adult Mental Health Awards for Wales

The North West Wales NHS Trust was presented with four of the seven awards available at the recent Adult Mental Health Awards for Wales.  ... more

 

28/03/2007 -  Nursing Cadet of the Year Revealed at Nursing Strategy Launch

Leah May Roberts of Mynydd Llandegai has been named as the North West Wales NHS Trust Nursing Cadet of the Year. She was presented with her award at the launch of the North West Wales NHS Trust Nur  ... more

 

22/03/2007 -  Blood Barcoding Tightens Transfusion Safety

The North West Wales NHS Trust has pioneered one of the country's first remote electronic tracking systems to keep tabs on blood packs for transfusions.   ... more

 

13/03/2007 -  Mike Peters - Snowdon Rocks - The Highest Gig in Wales Benefits Alaw Unit

On Saturday June 23rd 2007, Mike Peters two times cancer survivor and internationally acclaimed singer of Welsh rock and roll band The Alarm will lead a procession of doctors, nurses, fans and support  ... more

 

12/03/2007 -  Full Midwifery Services Resume in Meirionnydd

The North West Wales NHS Trust is pleased to announce that a full range of midwifery services will once again be available in Meirionnydd from Monday March 12.  ... more

 

27/02/2007 -  Hospital Waiting Times Driven Down

Waiting times for patients attending the Emergency Department at Ysbyty Gwynedd have dramatically improved.   ... more

 

23/02/2007 -  Parking with Peace of mind at Ysbyty Gwynedd

Car parks at Ysbyty Gwynedd have been recognised by a national body for their safety and accessibility.  ... more

 

19/02/2007 -  New ATM Machine Opened at Ysbyty Gwynedd

A new HSBC ATM machine is now in service at Ysbyty Gwynedd. Patients, staff and visitors will be able to withdraw their money free of charge.  ... more

 

14/02/2007 -  Research Proves Cardiac Exercise Programme Significantly Reduces Risk of Further Heart Attacks

Recent research has shown that patients who embark on a Cardiac Rehabilitation Programme following a heart attack can reduce the risk of further attacks by as much 44%.   ... more

 

26/01/2007 -  New Technology For Ysbyty Gwynedd Operating Theatre Improves Infection Control

One of Ysbyty Gwynedd’s operating theatres has undergone major refurbishment to improve facilities and infection control.   ... more

 

23/01/2007 -  First Minister gains an Insight Into Forensic Psychiatric Services

First Minister Rhodri Morgan gained an insight into the Forensic Psychiatric Service provided by the North West Wales NHS Trust at Tŷ Llywelyn on a recent visit.  ... more

 

17/01/2007 -  E C Benn Award: Rosina Rewarded For Outstanding Contribution

The winner of this year’s Dr E C Benn Award is Rosina Pegler from Anglesey, a Health Care Assistant with the North West Wales NHS Trust based at Ysbyty Gwynedd, Bangor.  ... more

 

10/01/2007 -  Bursary for Welsh-speaking Medical Students Awarded

A student from Llanfrothen has been awarded the North West Wales NHS Trust Bursary for Welsh medical students.  ... more

 

21/12/2006 -  Smoke Free Trust

On 31 December 2006, smoking will no longer be permitted in Buildings or grounds managed by the North West Wales NHS Trust.  ... more

 

21/12/2006 -  Hospitals gear up for Christmas

Staff at Ysbyty Gwynedd Emergency Department and the Llandudno General Hospital Minor Injuries Unit are preparing for a busy Christmas period, and are appealing to the public to use its services wis  ... more

 

18/12/2006 -  Trust Says Thanks

The North West Wales NHS Trust would like to thank everyone who attended, volunteered, contributed and supported the Children's Christmas Party.  ... more

 

11/12/2006 -  North West Wales NHS Trust Medical Director Retires

Dr David Prichard has retired from his role as Medical Director for the North West Wales NHS Trust.  ... more

 

07/12/2006 -  Minister Opens New Osteoporosis and Bone Densitometry Unit at Llandudno General Hospital

Dr Brian Gibbons, Welsh Assembly Government Minister for Health and Social Services, today officially opened the new osteopor