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Jillian Maclean stands outside Velindre Cancer Centre.
Jillian Maclean stands outside Velindre Cancer Centre.
Ground-breaking trial to treat brain tumours begins at Velindre

A major UK clinical trial to treat the most aggressive brain tumour has opened at the Velindre Cancer Centre. It will investigate whether combining cannabinoids and chemotherapy can help extend the lives of people diagnosed with recurrent glioblastoma.

Two people are sat down, with one using a tablet device.
Two people are sat down, with one using a tablet device.
Introducing the MYMR Prostate Tracker

This is a really positive development which will enable Prostate Cancer patients to self-manage and to make contact with a relevant health care professional.

Becky holds her certificate.
Becky holds her certificate.
Celebrating a first for the Trust!

Becky Bowey, who works at Velindre Cancer Centre Outpatients Department, has become Velindre University NHS Trust’s first Assistant Practitioner, having advanced from being a Healthcare Support Worker to a Trainee Assistant Practitioner.

The Maggie
The Maggie
'Talking Spaces' sessions at Maggie's

An opportunity to meet with other patients for confidential off-the-record conversations about some difficult aspects of cancer and treatment.

A group of colleagues are sat talking in a circle.
A group of colleagues are sat talking in a circle.
Have you come to the end of your cancer treatment?

Recovering from cancer is not just about healing your body, it is also about healing your mind. Find out more about our upcoming Managing Fears about Future Health – Therapy Groups​.

A photo of Anne Cleves alongside the logo for the Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals.
A photo of Anne Cleves alongside the logo for the Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals.
Velindre librarian named in top 125 list for next generation of specialist leaders

Anne Cleves, our Assistant Library Manager and Assistant Information Specialist, has received the special recognition from the Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals (CILIP). 

Armed Forces Covenant  | Employer Recognition Scheme | Gold Award 2023 | Proudly supporting those who serve
Armed Forces Covenant  | Employer Recognition Scheme | Gold Award 2023 | Proudly supporting those who serve
Velindre University NHS Trust achieves prestigious Armed Forces gold award

Velindre University NHS Trust is proud to be one of just 10 organisations in Wales in 2023 to receive the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award

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