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VUNHST launches its first-ever Nursing Strategy
We're recruiting Youth Ambassadors!
National excellence award for Velindre Cancer Centre's Paracentesis Team
Young ambassadors news
Our egg-cellent Young Ambassadors spread some Easter cheer
Vegetables raise vital funds for Velindre
Young Ambassadors gather to keep our gardens green
Trust Colleagues Recognised in New Years Honours
Patients encouraged to ask about clinical trials
Helping to reduce the spread of infection as winter virus cases rise
We are starting a new conversation!
Casualty Christmas Special
National Cancer CNS Day
The boy behind the blood bag: Mum shares story to help others in need
New Royal College of Physicians Vice President for Wales
Study Published in Clinical Oncology Journal!
Early learning from hospital-acquired COVID-19 patient safety investigations published
Call for Photography Submissions: Hope and Healing in the Natural World
Independent Board Members to promote research across NHS Wales
UK's first patients for Cardiff-led BICCC study
Palliative care consultant nominated for prestigious award
Observe the public Trust Board meeting | 28 November 2024
Wales Cancer Network publishes Cancer Improvement Plan for NHS Wales 2023-2026
Proton beam clinical trial first for Velindre
Incredible foundation funds nursing scholarships
Linacs delivered at the Satellite Radiotherapy Unit
4 February is World Cancer Day
SRU Linac images
Inaugural meeting of the Patient and Carer Partnership Board takes place
Velindre Cancer Centre launches artificial intelligence chatbot RITA
Velindre team helps secure £1.3 million worth of support for patients
Velindre achieves gold accreditation for Aseptic Non-Touch Technique
You've had your say and the People's Choice is...
Royal College of Physicians launches major report into acute oncology services
Opportunity for patients and family members to help improve our services
Inspirational former cancer patient bounces back with the bat
World Cancer Research day
Health Technology Wales celebrates its fifth anniversary
Cancer survivor surprises stem cell donor who saved her life
Statement: Industrial action
Annual General Meeting 2024
Health Technology Wales to celebrate its fifth anniversary with virtual event
Observe the public Trust Board meeting | 26 September 2024
New cost of living resource published
New Chief Executive Officer announced for Velindre University NHS Trust
Occupational Therapy Week!
Game changing investment in Welsh Blood Service
Happy World Radiography Day!
NHS Wales shares learning from healthcare-acquired COVID-19 patient safety reviews
See the key features of the new Velindre Cancer Centre
Increased service at the Nantgarw Support Unit
Happy National AHPs' Day!
Gynae oncology team nominated for prestigious award
Detailed plans submitted to deliver the new Velindre Cancer Centre
Drone technology takes off in Snowdonia
Be Treatment Ready – Colorectal Digital (BETR-C Digital) – a public involvement opportunity
Trust appoints its first-ever nurse consultants
New service launched to swiftly identify and manage adverse side effects for immunotherapy patients in South East Wales
Vacancy | Chief Executive Officer
Public Health Wales urges eligible people in Wales to have free flu vaccine
Observe the public Trust Board meeting | 30 July 2024
Green social prescribing scheme earns national award nomination
Physiotherapist nominated for NHS Wales Award
Sustainable Summer Success!
Jamboree highlights
Cancer awareness for next generation of dentists
Young Ambassadors gather to keep our gardens green
Make a nomination for the People's Choice Award 2024
Acorn consortium on board to develop the new Velindre Cancer Centre
Velindre staff announced as finalists at the NHS Wales Awards 2024
Sustainable Summer Jamboree!
Trust achieves Veterans Aware accreditation
Statement from Acting and Clinical Directors
Patients in Wales with inherited blood disorders to get world-leading test to reduce blood transfusion side effects
Key Welsh landmarks lit up in honour of life-changing research
A tribute to Alan Buckle
New phase of breast cancer treatment trial provides fresh hope for patients with incurable disease
QuicDNA take home Moondance Cancer Award
SYMPLIFY Study
Mother urges more people to become lifesaving blood donors for National Blood Donor Week
Infected Blood Inquiry | Public information
Infected Blood Inquiry | Velindre University NHS Trust statement
Retired radiographer celebrated for contributions to cancer care
Bevan Commission support for Welsh Blood Service innovation project
Dr Susanna Whawell joins the Board of Velindre University NHS Trust
Inspirational Velindre fundraiser Wayne Griffiths receives British Empire Medal
Observe the public Trust Board meeting | 23 May 2024
Brain Tumour Research Initiative provides new funding for research in Wales
QuicDNA project nominated for two Moondance awards
Lindsay Foyster joins the Board of Velindre University NHS Trust
Clinical Psychology and Counselling specialist receives British Empire Medal
Five nominations for this year's Moondance Awards
Prestigious fellowship for four Velindre colleagues
New scheme launched to recycle walking aids at Velindre Cancer Centre
Our egg-cellent Young Ambassadors spread some Easter cheer
Observe the public Trust Board meeting | 26 March 2024
Mother of twins urges more people to become lifesaving blood donors
Patients get first glimpse of new animated SACT education video
Velindre placement nominated for prestigious national award
Digital degree apprenticeships make a difference at Velindre
Landmark changes introduced by the Welsh Blood Service to increase blood cancer and blood disorder survival rates
Newport teenager celebrates NHS support a year on from cancer diagnosis
5 Minute Improvement of the Month Winner | December 2023
Observe the public Trust Board meeting | 30 January 2025
Observe the public Trust Board meeting | 28 November 2024
Observe the public Trust Board meeting | 26 September 2024
Pilot app could help speed up AOS patient pathway
World Cancer Day 2024 | How our services support cancer journeys
Blog | How to create the conditions for sustainable improvement
Former Velindre patient urges parents and carers to protect children with HPV vaccination
Radiotherapy researchers leading the way with first commercial device trial
Observe the public Trust Board meeting | 30 January 2024
Important information about upcoming industrial action
'Fantastic acknowledgement' for Clinical Psychology and Counselling specialist
Inspirational Velindre fundraiser recognised in New Year's Honours List
Medical Director steps down after six years in post
Signing ceremony held at site of new £38m Satellite Radiotherapy Centre
Miss Wales calls on communities across Wales to give someone 'the best gift' this Christmas after receiving lifesaving blood transfusions
FDA approval for breast cancer drug treatment developed at Velindre
A royal reception for our international nurses
First anniversary celebrated while showcasing on a national level
Immunobuddies podcast answers patient's questions about Immunotherapy
Velindre oncologists win prestigious international award
Success for Cancer Centre nurses at UKONS 2023
New initiatives launched for Teenage and Young Adult patients at Velindre
Prestigious Macmillan award for the Immunotherapy Toxicity Team
Destination 2033 launches
Velindre proud to be part of successful clinical trial
Veggies for Velindre receive Volunteer Award and surprise visit from High Sheriff of Mid Glamorgan
Velindre celebrates staff as its Employee Excellence Awards return
Your People's Choice winner is...
Award-winning clinic reaches huge milestone
Joint Velindre and Cardiff University head and neck cancer trial passes incredible 1000 patient recruitment milestone!
Ground-breaking trial to treat brain tumours begins at Velindre
Introducing the MYMR Prostate Tracker
Celebrating a first for the Trust!
'Talking Spaces' sessions at Maggie's
Have you come to the end of your cancer treatment?
Velindre librarian named in top 125 list for next generation of specialist leaders
Velindre University NHS Trust achieves prestigious Armed Forces gold award
Vegetables raise vital funds for Velindre
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