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The ‘Nutrition Skills for Life’ initiative, delivered by NHS dietitians, has been enhanced through data-driven insights, thanks to the National Data Resource’s Analytics Learning Programme (ALP). The programme now benefits from a Power BI dashboard, enabling better tracking of impact and resource use, with digital transformation also introducing two new apps to support healthy eating education. By integrating data insights with hands-on training, the initiative is improving community health outcomes across Wales.

The Welsh Immunisation System (WIS) has helped almost 27,000 people in Wales get the RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) vaccine. The system supports healthcare professionals in managing the vaccination process.

The first Big Data event of 2025, held on 14 January, set a new attendance record with 177 participants. Hosted by the National Data Resource (NDR) and Life Sciences Hub Wales, the event explored the theme Big Data: Bigger Picture. Highlights included AI-driven analytics demonstrations, discussions on turning data into actionable health improvements, and insights from NHS England’s Analyst X community on professionalising data roles. The event underscored the vital role of data in healthcare transformation.

DHCW and the Welsh Blood Service have launched a new preoperative anaemia dashboard to improve patient outcomes by identifying and treating anaemia before major surgery. This innovative tool, live from March 12, 2025, helps healthcare teams track key blood test data, optimise treatment, and enhance surgical care across Wales.

On Monday 10^th March, Digital Health and Care Wales hosted our first internal Women in Tech event at our Cardiff office. The event aimed to showcase and empower our female colleagues working in technical roles across DHCW.

Digital Health and Care Wales took part in Microsoft's International Women’s Day event in Wales.

The GitHub GIG Cymru service, launched by the National Data Resource (NDR), enhances data collaboration across NHS Wales, enabling health and care analysts to share code, streamline workflows, and improve efficiency. With AI-powered GitHub CoPilot, secure version control, and no central management cost, it fosters innovation and open-source health data sharing. Health boards gain training, support, and advanced analytics tools to drive better decision-making. Join today to boost collaboration and efficiency in NHS Wales.

The NHS Wales Microsoft 365 Centre of Excellence were pleased to partner with Microsoft and Gamma to hold a national event for colleagues across NHS Wales at The Parkgate Hotel in Cardiff.

One million prescription items have been dispensed in Wales via a digital service which makes the prescribing process easier and safer for patients. 

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is implementing a new electronic Prescribing and Medicines Administration (ePMA) system to improve patient safety and streamline hospital workflows. Part of NHS Wales' Digital Medicines Programme, ePMA enhances efficiency, reduces costs, and supports ABUHB’s long-term healthcare strategy.

A new digital service to help make it easier to find an NHS dentist is being been rolled out across Wales.

The University Hospital of Wales (UHW), located in Cardiff & Vale University Health Board (CAV), has become the 58th and final hospital to go live with the Welsh Nursing Care Record (WNCR).

A test for patients with symptoms of possible lower gastro-intestinal tract conditions can now be requested digitally by Primary and Secondary care services. 

The Welsh Information Solution for Diabetes Management (WISDM) system is now live in Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) Central.

A big step forward has been taken in the delivery of the Electronic Prescription Service (EPS) in Wales, with three further system suppliers gaining approval to roll out their software in community pharmacies.

A digital system for managing cancer data in Wales has taken an important step forward.

The Welsh Nursing Care Record (WNCR) is now fully available in all adult inpatient wards at Aneurin Bevan University Health Board.

Healthcare technology firm Cegedim has become the latest pharmacy system supplier to support the roll out of the Electronic Prescription Service (EPS) in Wales.