Wales Evidence Centre

Working to tackle health and social care issues in Wales. Funded by Welsh Government through Health and Care Research Wales.
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[Wales Evidence Centre @EvidenceWales]

Opening address from @Jeremy_Miles, and a warm welcome from @adriangkedwards .

Prof. Liz Green explores public health, evidence, and impact—how can we turn research into real change?

Share your thoughts below. #EvidenceWales2025

[Wales Evidence Centre @EvidenceWales]

Our Research Associate, Abu, will b presenting this afternoon at @sapcacuk conference on:
De-medicalising gluten-free products through a subsidy card scheme: a qualitative study of service users

Wednesday, 9 July
2:05 PM
Yellow/Brecon Room

Don’t miss it! #SAPC2025 #SAPC_ASM

[Health and Care Research Wales @ResearchWales]

A new study led by @EvidenceWales aims to develop better public involvement in fast-paced research.

Funded by @The_MRC, the team will explore how best to support impactful public involvement in this kind of research. Learn more: https://t.co/xyCHs6Crbj

[Wales Evidence Centre @EvidenceWales]

📢Our new research explores how modifying public spaces (locations of concern) can help prevent suicide. We reviewed what works in different locations.

🔗Read more: https://t.co/o4XpcimmVc

#SuicidePrevention #PublicHealth #EvidenceBased

[Wales Evidence Centre @EvidenceWales]

EFFAITH! Mae ein hadolygiad cyflym ar wella mynediad at wasanaethau iechyd meddwl ar gyfer grwpiau lleiafrifoedd ethnig wedi helpu i adeiladu'r sylfaen dystiolaeth ac wedi llywio DWY strategaeth Llywodraeth Cymru.

Darllenwch yr adolygiad cyflym llawn: https://t.co/0PvG4Hs2VO.

[Wales Evidence Centre @EvidenceWales]

IMPACT! Our rapid review on improving access to mental health services for ethnic minority groups has helped build the evidence base and informed TWO Welsh Government strategies.

Read the full rapid review: https://t.co/aQhXdX9Mli.

[Health and Care Research Wales @ResearchWales]

Reminder:

Our focused call for our Integrated Funding Scheme on “Communication in women’s health” is still open.

Find out more:
https://t.co/RCIeqcNj4n

Deadline: 28 May

[Health and Care Research Wales @ResearchWales]

This #CoeliacDiseaseAwarenessMonth, learn about the @EvidenceWales study which explored the impact of a pre-paid card scheme that helps cover the extra cost of buying gluten-free foods for those living with the condition: https://t.co/DIxmeIQtLm

[Wales Evidence Centre @EvidenceWales]

@HealthTechWales has published new guidance on the use of implant brachytherapy devices to treat unresectable pancreatic cancer in addition to conventional treatment.

To read the guidance in full visit: https://t.co/jRwaLqCVJf

[Health and Care Research Wales @ResearchWales]

This week the Cabinet Secretary for Health and Social Care opened the @EvidenceWales Symposium, an event celebrating high-quality research which is driving improvements in health and social care for a healthier Wales.

Learn more: https://t.co/xYMMTeArHS

@WGHealthandCare

[Wales Evidence Centre @EvidenceWales]

As #EvidenceWales2025 ends, key takeaways:
- Public health needs real-time, data-driven solutions
- Evidence must be accessible, relevant, and actionable
- Research should be inclusive and community-focused

Thank you to all speakers, researchers, and attendees.

[Wales Evidence Centre @EvidenceWales]

Dr. Helen Munro discusses Wales’ Women’s Health Plan, identifying gaps and shaping new research pathways.

From reproductive health to menopause support, what should be the next priority? #EvidenceWales2025

[Wales Evidence Centre @EvidenceWales]

The next round of workshops explores:

- Waiting lists – Can risk prediction tools help?
- Childhood obesity – Early-life risk factors
- Wider determinants of health – Building a research culture
- End-of-life care – Using data for better decision-making

#EvidenceWales2025

[Health and Care Research Wales @ResearchWales]

“We want to deliver evidence that’s going to make a difference.”

Dr Alison Cooper, @EvidenceWales Associate Director, introduces the Evidence Centre at #EvidenceWales2025 and explains how their work creates impact for a healthier Wales.

[Health and Care Research Wales @ResearchWales]

“The Evidence Centre has shown the power of rapid evidence in decision making.”

Iain Bell, National Director for Public Health Knowledge and Research, @PublicHealthW opens the afternoon sessions at the @EvidenceWales Symposium #EvidenceWales2025

[Wales Evidence Centre @EvidenceWales]

The afternoon starts with Iain Bell on real-time public health.

Topic: Data, Knowledge & Information – Understanding Public Health in Real-Time

#EvidenceWales2025

[Wales Evidence Centre @EvidenceWales]

Morning workshops are underway.

Topics include:
- NHS dental services – What do patients really think?
- Women’s health and physical activity
- Mental health and work – Supporting recovery
- Family Group Conferencing and decision-making

#EvidenceWales2025

[Mala Mann MCLIP @SysReviews]

Interesting to hear the work on “Wellness in work - supporting people in work and assisting people to return to the workforce” Jacob Davies and Kalpa Pisavadia @EvidenceWales
#EvidenceWales2025

[Health and Care Research Wales @ResearchWales]

“Research is vitally relevant to the NHS and social care.”

@adriangkedwards welcomes delegates to the @EvidenceWales Symposium in Cardiff this morning.

#ResearchEvidence2025

[Health and Care Research Wales @ResearchWales]

We’re excited to be at the @EvidenceWales Symposium today!

It’s fantastic to be celebrating the vital work of the Centre creating impact from research evidence for a healthier Wales #EvidenceWales2025