Aneurin Bevan University Health Board

10/08/2026

Looking for an NHS Dentist?

If you don't have a regular NHS dental practice, you can register on the Dental Access Portal.

The Dental Access Portal helps people access routine NHS dental care by matching them with dental practices when appointments become available.

NHS dental practices no longer hold their own waiting lists and now accept new routine patients through the portal, making access to NHS dentistry fairer and simpler.

Registering is quick and easy via the Dental Access Portal 👉 https://orlo.uk/21OVK

Need help registering? Call 01495 241234.

If you have tooth pain or need urgent dental treatment, contact the Dental Helpline on 01633 744387.

09/08/2026

09/08/2026

We were delighted to welcome Nicola Williams, Executive Director of RCN Wales, to the Royal Gwent Hospital this week, where she visited our Gold-accredited D3W Elective Surgical Ward.

During her visit, Nicola met with Ward Manager Indu Jacob and the D3W team, learning more about the positive impact of the Ward Accreditation Programme and the ward's journey towards achieving Platinum status.

The visit showcased the team's commitment to delivering safe, high-quality patient care and an excellent patient experience. Under Indu's leadership, the ward has achieved Gold accreditation through a strong culture of teamwork, continuous improvement and professional excellence.

Nicola also saw first-hand how our commitment to inclusivity is making a positive difference for staff and patients across Aneurin Bevan University Health Board.

A huge thank you to everyone on D3W for the warm welcome given to Nicola and for the exceptional care they provide to patients every day.

09/08/2026

If you are in need of urgent mental health support, call 111 and press option 2 for free urgent help, 24 hours a day.

Whether it’s day or night, the 111 (press option 2) service will have specially-trained, local mental well-being practitioners ready to answer your call.

08/08/2026

👏 An amazing achievement!

This week, Dr Ramesh Kumar Sharma celebrates 50 years of service to the NHS.

Having cared for patients across Gwent for five decades, Dr Sharma continues to provide compassionate care at St Paul's Clinic in Newport. His dedication, kindness and commitment to patients have touched countless lives.

Congratulations and thank you for 50 years of incredible service, Dr Sharma. 💙

08/08/2026

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

Check it out here 👉 https://orlo.uk/39mOM

07/08/2026

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is highlighting how community-based activities can make a real difference to women experiencing menopause.

Meet The NaNaz, a Newport-based punk music group formed through local creative workshops, who shared how music helped them manage symptoms such as brain fog, anxiety and loss of confidence.

Their experience shows the huge value of:
✔️ Safe spaces to talk openly about menopause
✔️ Creative activities that boost confidence and wellbeing
✔️ Social connection with other women at the same life stage

Menopause is a significant transition, and no one should face it alone.

🎸 Want to learn more? The NaNaz story is featured in a BBC documentary airing on BBC One TONIGHT at 7.30pm, showcasing how music, creativity and community have helped bring women together during menopause, the documentary is also available to watch now on BBC iPlayer.

07/08/2026

💜 Did you know? The Gwent Breastfeeding Welcome Scheme helps parents feel supported and comfortable breastfeeding when out and about. A big shout out to The Colour Palette Hair Salon in Ebbw Vale, one of over 200 venues across Gwent signed up to the scheme who are committed to providing a breastfeeding-friendly environment.

📍 Looking for a Breastfeeding Welcome venue near you? Check out our interactive map via the link in the comments.

06/08/2026

Did you know? Parents have the right to breastfeed in public.

The Breastfeeding Welcome Scheme works with businesses and venues across Aneurin Bevan University Health Board to promote, protect and support breastfeeding, helping parents feel comfortable feeding their babies whenever and wherever they need to.

Let's continue creating welcoming communities where families feel supported.
🤱💜 Sign up your business or venue by clicking the link in the comments

05/08/2026

Meet some of the Torfaen Rapid Frailty Response team – Team Lead, Tracey, and Advanced Nurse Practitioners, Jodie and Toni. As a team, they visit elderly or frail patients in their home environment to provide in depth frailty assessments, diagnosis and treatment with an aim of preventing a hospital admission.

Working closely with GPs, hospital teams and partners, they take a holistic approach to ensure patients receive the right person-centred care and support.
Jodie said: "It's a privilege to be invited into a patient's home and be able to facilitate the same sort of principles of hospital care within their home."

Toni said: "It’s great to be part of such a highly skilled team and to use a multi-disciplinary approach when it comes to providing geriatric care. Patients are so grateful to hear when we say we can perform their assessments at home.”