The health board said there is evidence to suggest the outbreak has now been contained. Local health bosses have recommended that a full-time A&E department should be kept at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital, BBC Wales has been told. It follows major concerns over staffing levels which have become so low that the consultant-led service may no longer be safe or sustainable to run. "It is clear that our social behaviours need to change, as transmission continues to occur between close contacts, and friends and family members, who are not adhering to social distancing requirements. pic.twitter.com/xt0Mvr7XcX. Meanwhile in west Wales Hywel Dda University Health Board has suspended some services and restricted access to some wards due to "widespread system pressures" on its hospitals. The hospital, which is within Rhondda Cynon Taf, one of the areas. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. They stated: "We are aware that there is a general concern within the health board that in spite of the continuous efforts to recruit consultants for A&E services at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital, there is an over-reliance on locum consultants. Mto aro Royal Glamorgan Hospital. What have campaigners been worried about? The outbreak has been linked mainly to transmission within the hospital, according to Cwm Taf Morgannwg Health Board. Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board says ambulances will be diverted to Bridgend, Merthyr, and Cardiff. Pontypridd MP Alex Davies-Jones and Senedd counterpart Mick Antoniw MS both expressed satisfaction at the news. Video, At the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. Rhondda MS Leanne Wood said people would be "overjoyed and relieved" at the decision, adding: "It was clear that the campaign to retain 24 hour services had logic, reason and safety on its side. "They have to be in a hospital until at least they are negative which puts increased pressure on the hospital," he said. On Monday, Health Minister Vaughan Gething confirmed that there were 34 Covid-positive patients at the Royal Glamorgan - a figure he described as "particularly worrying". 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. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Urgent and "robust action" has been taken at the the Royal Glamorgan Hospital in Wales where. pic.twitter.com/HHfoBbu2NA. "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? The NHS faces a nationwide shortage of A&E consultants, with the bigger trauma centres finding it easier to attract staff. It's only the general public who can do that. 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). "It is everyones responsibility to turn this situation around. "You've got your plan for your wards previously, but you can never plan for staff sickness and we were heavily reliant on agency cover coming in and supporting our staff. To get the latest coronavirus news sent straight to your email inbox sign up for our free Covid newsletter by clicking here . Hawara: 'What happened was horrific and barbaric'. Yes, you might not get it, but your elderly relative might get it and die.". A spokeswoman said the infections were linked "mainly" to transmission within the hospital and that "significant work" was underway to understand and control the outbreak. ", 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. Phone First for Minor Injury Units in Powys: 01639 844777 1 The . In July, PHW revealed hundreds of patients had caught coronavirus while in hospital. "We were also informed that the last permanent consultant at the hospital is shortly due to retire and we are clear that there needs to be an urgent review into how services operate in the future. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. People will not be able to meet members of their extended household indoors or form an extended household for the time being; All licensed premises will have to close at 10pm; Everyone over 11 must wear face coverings in indoor public places as is the case throughout Wales. Measures put in place include the closure of the affected wards, increased testing of staff and patients and limits on "social visiting". What's he waiting for? Royal Glamorgan Hospital: A&E 'to remain fully open' 22 June 2020 Protesters have voiced strong opposition to plans to downgrade A&E at Royal Glamorgan By Owain Clarke BBC Wales health. Not all problems are resolved so it makes sense for the campaigners to keep in touch. 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. Most operations have been cancelled at the hospital and some wards where patients and staff had been infected were closed. There are major concerns that stripping the hospital of its A&E provision will have a disastrous impact on patients in some parts of Rhondda Cynon Taf, such as the Rhondda Valleys where journey times to other hospitals are substantial. ", She added: "The situation is a worrying one, and all steps are being taken to protect existing patients, staff, and to ensure that those residents that were due to leave the hospital are directed to appropriate care in other hospitals in the near vicinity.". Infos et Mto aronautique de l'hliport Royal Glamorgan Hospital (Royaume-Uni) GB-0631 Menu Fermer le menu. Aero. There will be no change to the self-contained paediatric wards at Royal Glamorgan Hospital, they will remain open; The Tirion Birthing Centre, which has been temporarily closed during the pandemic, is due to re-open on October 5 th . DeSantis won't say he's running. He added: This is very concerning, particularly as many of the additional cases are linked to transmission within the hospital, and so questions over processes and protocols must be asked., Original reporting and incisive analysis, direct from the Guardian every morning. Campaigners and local politicians have welcomed the recommendation. "How will people at the northernmost tops of our communities reach hospitals in good time during serious emergencies, especially with our low car ownership numbers?". After a public consultation, health boards and community health councils finally agreed on a series of recommendations. 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"Unless we all take responsibility and act now, this situation will worsen and will place further pressures upon our NHS at a time of year which in normal circumstances automatically creates additional pressures for the NHS. I have to say, they were angels," said Mr Walsh. Campaigners and local politicians have welcomed the recommendation. Video report by ITV Wales Health Correspondent James Crichton-Smith. Betsi Cadwaladr health board, in north Wales, saw a spike in so-called hospital onset Covid-19 infections in July, which centred on Wrexham Maelor Hospital. pic.twitter.com/xt0Mvr7XcX. Covid-19 in Wales: What do the stats tell us? 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. 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.. Most operations have been cancelled at the hospital and some wards where patients and staff had been infected were closed. The unit was heavily reliant on locum doctors and had been forced to close twice over the Christmas period due to a lack of cover. 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 Nnoaham added it was "vital that we all play our part" in helping reduce the spread of coronavirus. "Its important that if you are displaying any Covid symptoms, or have tested positive, or are awaiting a test result, that you do not visit wards.". The accident and emergency department at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital could close as part of plans by the health board to reduce services. People will see that 10pm is approaching and quickly order more drinks. What's he waiting for? VideoRecord numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. Something went wrong, please try again later. It is understood that the one remaining consultant in A&E at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital will be leaving at the end of March, meaning consultant services will be provided entirely by locums from April onwards. Six in intensive care after more than 80 cases at Royal Glamorgan in Llantrisant. 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. "The evidence highlights the rise in cases in the 40-plus age group and shows that the virus is not just affecting the elderly or vulnerable. Every area is full to bursting.". A separate study of 1,500 hospital cases in the UK in April found one in eight patients who had received coronavirus treatment had caught it while in hospital. We already know the last lockdown caused a delay in treatments that will have led to harm so urgent action needs to be taken to ensure our hospitals are safe and people can be confident in attending routine procedures.". RCT Council leader Andrew Morgan, Vikki Howells AM and Beth Winter MP also expressed concerns at the current lack of available consultants at the hospital. Because once the hospital is full, the pressure in A&E, for example, becomes critical. Eight people have died at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital after 82 cases of coronavirus were identified there. 2023 BBC. But that means other patients can wait for hours, even days, becoming more and more frustrated. "They were fantastic. At the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece. Big credit to local campaigners who put forward their case so strongly & made the health board & Welsh Government sit up and listen. Thank you everyone who fought for this!! 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. In the Aneurin Bevan University Health Board area on Wednesday another doctor said hospital staff felt "demoralised" to see the virus filling wards and intensive care units again, especially the rising numbers of young unvaccinated people. You can check the latest hospital visiting guidance here. 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. "What I think is frustrating is that some people are seeing memes and posts on social media and have started thinking 'this is not something I need to be worried about anymore'. VideoRecord numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. It is managed by the Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board . . Changes to children's hospital care have been repeatedly postponed. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. Two hospital wards have been closed after a sudden outbreak of multiple cases of coronavirus. Reacting to the news, Plaid Cymru health spokesman Rhun ap Iorwerth MS said the rise in cases at the hospital was concerning. It meant ambulances had to be re-directed to the Prince Charles Hospital In Merthyr Tydfil or the Princess of Wales Hospital in Bridgend. Latest Public Health Wales figures show the health board accounted for 25 of 31 Covid-19 infections "probably" or "definitely" caught while in hospital. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. ", Patient safety at hospital's A&E 'precarious', A&E downgrade 'needed' due to doctor shortage, Mother backs under-threat A&E which saved her baby, 'Unsustainable' A&E services could end at hospital, Hundreds protest against A&E closure plans, Human error to blame for deadly train crash, says Greek PM, At the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece. 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