", Conservative MS for South Wales Central Andrew RT Davies said: "I'm pleased common sense has finally prevailed but we now need to see a strong long-term plan from health bosses to ensure residents and communities in the region are never put in this situation again with any further threats to A&E provision at Royal Glamorgan. On Thursday, September 2, Public Health Wales confirmed 2,275 new positive cases in Wales and five more people had died with coronavirus. VideoAt the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece, Why Covid lab-leak theory is now being taken seriously, Blackpink lead top stars back on the road in Asia, Exploring the rigging claims in Nigeria's elections, 'Wales is in England' gaffe sparks TikToker's trip, Ukraine war casts shadow over India's G20 ambitions, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. VideoRecord numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. Were going backwards in regards to controlling the virus and the last thing we need now is the virus spreading in a medically vulnerable population," he said. NEWYDDION DA / GOOD NEWS Well done to everyone who campaigned against the Labour Welsh government & their health boards plans to remove our A&E at the Royal Glamorgan. On Wednesday, 93 new cases were confirmed in the county by Public Health Wales - the highest number of any local authority area. Removing A&E at the Royal Glamorgan and turning it into a 24-hour minor injuries unit; Removing A&E at the Royal Glamorgan and turning it into a 24-hour (enhanced) minor injuries unit, with enhanced community and primary care; Retaining a consultant-led department during daytime hours. One ward at Glangwli Hospital is shut, while orthopaedic surgery has been temporarily suspended at Prince Philip Hospital and Withybush Hospital. "I would like to reassure the public that immediate action has been taken to address this outbreak, and although it is too early to confirm the end of the outbreak, early evidence suggests that this has resulted in the number of infections transmitted within the hospital being contained.". Planned surgery is being suspended with the exception of a very small number of urgent cancer cases. What's he waiting for? She told the Welsh Government Covid-19 press briefing: "We understand that this is a serious situation and how upsetting it is for all those involved. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. The hospital, which is within Rhondda Cynon Taf, one of the areas. He said: "At the end of the day, we as medics can only do so much. But to then get so many cases so quickly is a definite matter of concern," said Dr Biswas, who contracted Covid-19 himself in May but has since recovered. Please help us fight infection by not visiting our hospitals if you have had D&V symptoms in the last 48 hours. The successful candidate will join the existing General Surgical Department at Royal Glamorgan Hospital. Its important to state that Royal Glamorgan hospital is still open for patients requiring emergency department services, although we would encourage everyone at this time to consider where alternative services can provide the care suitable for their needs such as the NHS 111 Wales website, minor injury units and GP services.. Wednesday 30 September 2020, 5:28pm. cwmtaf .wales /visiting /royal-glamorgan-hospital /. The Royal Glamorgan Hospital, along with Prince Charles in Merthyr Tydfil, have been under the spotlight over the past year after a major report identified major failings in their maternity services. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. "But this time around we can be more measured in our approach, bringing in a planned escalation policy so we can run a normal service for as long as possible. "I think we will manage because NHS staff are incredibly dedicated, motivated people. One patient had already died because of an overdependence on agency or locum staff, and the health board was aware of other cases when patients were put in danger. "I understand that the hospitality industry and the economy are in a bad state, but if you want to really address it wouldn't it be better to take a sharp measure [shutting pubs and bars] for a short period than saying it will last for six months? DeSantis won't say he's running. VideoAt the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece, Why Covid lab-leak theory is now being taken seriously, Blackpink lead top stars back on the road in Asia, Exploring the rigging claims in Nigeria's elections, 'Wales is in England' gaffe sparks TikToker's trip, Ukraine war casts shadow over India's G20 ambitions, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. Dr Biswas said most of the patients being admitted with Covid-19 in the Royal Glamorgan Hospital were elderly and with comorbidities (other pre-existing conditions). Cllr Andrew Morgan, leader of RCT Council said: "Health professionals, from nurses through to doctors, are now facing the reality of the significant increase in the number of cases over the last 14 days which led the Welsh Government to apply additional restrictions in Rhondda Cynon Taf, and which is now sadly resulting in a continued increase in Covid-19 positive hospital admissions. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Two wards have been closed at Royal Glamorgan Hospital after 34 cases of Covid-19 were confirmed there. VideoAt the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece, Why Covid lab-leak theory is now being taken seriously, Blackpink lead top stars back on the road in Asia, Exploring the rigging claims in Nigeria's elections, 'Wales is in England' gaffe sparks TikToker's trip, Ukraine war casts shadow over India's G20 ambitions, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. So we then make moves based on what is adequate for the day and where it's safe to move to.". What's he waiting for? A review by the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists and the Royal College of Midwives unearthed catastrophic problems in the care offered to mother and babies, some of whom died. The department's only full-time consultant had announced he was leaving in April, and it was understood only 12% of middle-grade shifts were covered by full-time doctors. Hawara: 'What happened was horrific and barbaric'. Two wards of a hospital have been closed after an outbreak of coronavirus cases, a health board has announced. Earlier this week, an A&E doctor in Cardiff's University Hospital of Wales (UHW) described how he "cannot go on" following a brutal shift at Wales' largest hospital. It says there are currently 82 Covid-19 cases at the hospital near Llantrisant, including six in intensive care. Begging the question: how much further can you stretch a service that already seems to be in a critical condition? DeSantis won't say he's running. Hawara: 'What happened was horrific and barbaric'. Right across Wales, we know staff are deciding to leave the NHS because of the strain. Human error to blame for deadly train crash, says Greek PM, At the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece. In comparison, the Princess of Wales Hospital in Bridgend has eight consultants in A&E, while Prince Charles Hospital in Merthyr has the equivalent of four-and-a-half. Two wards have been closed at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital in Llantrisant after an outbreak of coronavirus. "Obviously a lot of staff have to self-isolate with these symptoms until they get their results back. And while they're stuck, they can't respond to other calls in area where a life could be at immediate risk. Paul Mears, CEO of Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board, said: We recognise the concern that these temporary changes will cause and would like to assure ourpatients and communities that managing this outbreak is our key priority. Instead, 6m has been ploughed into the Royal Glamorgan to build a diagnostic hub and a new 50-bed acute medicine unit. 2023 BBC. Covid-19 in Wales: What do the stats tell us? In 2014, five south Wales health boards devised a plan to address concerns that maternity care, baby care, children's hospital care and emergency medicine were spread too thinly across too many hospitals. The NHS faces a nationwide shortage of A&E consultants, with the bigger trauma centres finding it easier to attract staff. "A lot of my colleagues would like to do more remote consultations so that we can see the patients who desperately need to be seen as much as possible. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. Dr Raja Biswas, a consultant physician at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital, The Royal Glamorgan Hospital in Llantrisant, Andrew Morgan, leader of Rhondda Cynon Taf Council. The department's only full-time consultant had announced he was leaving in April, and it was understood only 12% of middle-grade shifts were covered by full-time doctors. VideoAt the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece, Why Covid lab-leak theory is now being taken seriously, Blackpink lead top stars back on the road in Asia, Exploring the rigging claims in Nigeria's elections, 'Wales is in England' gaffe sparks TikToker's trip, Ukraine war casts shadow over India's G20 ambitions, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. DeSantis won't say he's running. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. Every area is full to bursting.". Campaigners argued that lives would be put at risk if the department was downgraded. ", Ms Davies-Jones added: "This is the result that everyone wanted to see and have worked so hard for. I have to say, they were angels," said Mr Walsh. Pleased common sense has prevailed & we now need to see a strong long-term plan from health bosses to ensure we're never in this situation again. Latest Public Health Wales figures show the health board accounted for 25 of 31 Covid-19 infections "probably" or "definitely" caught while in hospital. Closed bank holidays. After a public consultation, health boards and community health councils finally agreed on a series of recommendations. At one point, it was so full that six ambulances had to queue outside waiting to hand over their patients. The Royal Glamorgan Hospital, Llantrisant. Praising people who had campaigned to retain the full service, Mr Antoniw said: "So often the NHS has been there for us. Today, we can all say that we were all there for our NHS. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. 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