Avoid A&E unless absolutely necessary
High numbers of extremely unwell patients are being seen in Morriston Hospital’s Emergency Department (ED), prompting a call for the public to use alternatives wherever possible to help ease the pressure. Ahead of the bank holiday weekend, Swansea Bay University…
Baywatch project aims to guard patients from hospital falls
Hospital staff are launching their very own Baywatch – but to keep people safe on the wards rather than at sea. They will take it in turns to watch Morriston Hospital patients at high risk of a fall. When they…
South Wales Police encourage reports of domestic violence concerns over New Year after increase over last five years
New Year’s Day has been the most reported day for domestic abuse and violence over the last five years, and South Wales Police are encouraging those who need support, or know someone who does, to report their concerns. Factors that…
Family pay tribute to victim of Christmas Day collision as a ‘funny, intelligent and unique person’
South Wales Police is continuing to appeal for information about an incident which happened in Swansea city centre during the early hours of Christmas Day. Emergency services were called at around 3.05am following reports that a car had gone…
Significant rise in Covid and flu results in think twice plea
People living in Swansea Bay are being asked to think twice before visiting family and friends in hospital if they are feeling under the weather themselves. The move follows a significant jump in cases – over 170 since the 22nd…
River Tawe fatalities – Police appeal for witnesses
South Wales Police was called around 3.05am this morning, Christmas Day, following reports that a car had gone into the River Tawe at New Cut Road, Swansea. Emergency services attended and a black Mini John Cooper Works was found fully…
Two bodies found in River Tawe
Detective Inspector Sharon Gill-Lewis said: “South Wales Police was called around 3.05am this morning, Christmas Day, following reports that a car had gone into the River Tawe at New Cut Road, Swansea. “Emergency services attended and a car was…
Respiratory symptoms? Please don’t visit our hospitals if you are poorly
We’re currently seeing a sharp rise in confirmed cases of flu, Covid and several other viral respiratory infections across our hospitals. There’s been a big jump in a range of respiratory infections every day at our sites over the past…
Vulnerable women able to access medical care and support for improving health and well-being
Vulnerable women seeking refuge in Swansea Bay can access medical care and support to help improve their health and well-being. Staff in primary care work with local charities to help women in need, and their children, stay safe and well…
Wedding vow renewal delayed three years by 3 Cs – cancer, Covid and chemo
A devoted couple who decided to renew their marriage vows following a cancer diagnosis ended up having to wait three years to do so. They had to postpone the ceremony five times because of what they have come to know…