In a joint statement, Alex Davies-Jones MP and Mick Antoniw AM said they would oppose any "dilution" of A&E services at the Royal Glamorgan. Those kind of things have to be done first. However, an independent panel set up by Health Minister Vaughan Gething to oversee improvements in maternity has found that encouraging signs of progress are now being made during their last review between October and December 2019. Dr Kelechi Nnoaham, Director of Public Health, said: The health and wellbeing of our patients and staff is our number one priority and we take infection prevention and control measures extremely seriously. Currently in department 2: 60 patients (Busier than usual) Open 24 hours 7 days a week. On Wednesday, Welsh education minister Kirsty Williams said the Welsh Government was working with the health board and Public Health Wales to address the "issues" which have given rise to the outbreak. "But a lot of this has to be done in our own time, in addition to tackling Covid.". Dr Nnoaham added it was "vital that we all play our part" in helping reduce the spread of coronavirus. Read about our approach to external linking. A health board meeting to discuss the plans will take place on January 30. Urgent and "robust action" has been taken at the the Royal Glamorgan Hospital in Wales where. The Royal Glamorgan Hospital ( Welsh: Ysbyty Brenhinol Morgannwg ), is a District General Hospital in Ynysmaerdy, Talbot Green, Rhondda Cynon Taf, South Wales. Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board says the paediatric wards at Royal Glamorgan Hospital will remain open, however it is looking into whether plans for The Tirion Birthing Centre, which has been temporarily closed during the pandemic, can be reopened. Rhondda Cynon Taf (RCT), where the hospital is based, now has one of the highest cases of coronavirus per head of population anywhere in the UK. I want to be clear that our urgent and emergency care services remain open for people who need to use them, and the measures we are putting in place will help to ensure that we can see these patients. VideoRecord numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. "At the moment people are starting to have colds, sniffles and a rise in temperature as the weather is changing. Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board said rising numbers of Covid patients at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital meant three of the hospital's wards have been temporarily shut. A spokesperson for Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board said: "As a result of the increasing Covid cases on our wards, just as we are seeing in our communities, we have had to temporarily close three wards at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital to visiting. "We only have a finite number of hospital beds. 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. 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. "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.". So we then make moves based on what is adequate for the day and where it's safe to move to.". The accident and emergency department at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital could close as part of plans by the health board to reduce services. Pontypridd MP Alex Davies-Jones and Senedd counterpart Mick Antoniw MS both expressed satisfaction at the news. Why is Wales seeing an increase in coronavirus cases? They have been worried about poor transport links between some valleys communities, and that other hospitals had been prioritised for investment instead of the Royal Glamorgan. We've got patients waiting months just for a nursing home placement or a package of care to be put in place.". What have campaigners been worried about? Eight people have died at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital after 82 cases of coronavirus were . pic.twitter.com/YSldiWgqKy. After speaking to Maria I meet Mark Walsh, who spent his 61st birthday at the Royal Glamorgan, waiting for a heart procedure. The Royal Glamorgan Hospital has closed three of its wards to visitors as Covid cases surge. Video, At the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. "Obviously a lot of staff have to self-isolate with these symptoms until they get their results back. Video, At the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. In adjacent Rhondda Cynon Taf, infection rates are higher at 471.3 per 100,000 population. VideoRecord numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. "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. However, we are still very much in this pandemic, which continues to disrupt our everyday lives, and unfortunately one of the consequences of this is that we are having to bring back temporary measures, including postponing some surgery in the short term, to ensure we can safely care for patients.". Everyone is working flat out. Earlier this year bosses warned patient safety was being put at risk due to severe staff shortages at A&E at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital near Llantrisant. We cannot stop the infection rate from going down. Closed bank holidays. "Poor workforce planning means Wales has one of the lowest doctor to population ratios in Europe. The resignation of the last A&E consultant at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital has speeded up the downgrade plans About 400 people have protested outside the Senedd against the closure of an A&E . On Thursday, September 2, Public Health Wales confirmed 2,275 new positive cases in Wales and five more people had died with coronavirus. But that means other patients can wait for hours, even days, becoming more and more frustrated. In a statement, it said: Significant temporary service restrictions will be put in place at Royal Glamorgan hospital from 2pm Wednesday 30 September as increased action is taken to contain a Covid-19 outbreak within the hospital. What's he waiting for? With the schools opening, and with children getting these symptoms, then you have to wait for your child to be swabbed and to be negative before you can be sure to come back to work. "Last night was a particularly busy shift for the team. "It is everyones responsibility to turn this situation around. The number of confirmed cases on the wards has risen in line with a surge of confirmed cases in the community, it added. 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Even under the most intense pressure, staff will always try to prioritise the sickest patients. 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. Campaigners argued that lives would be put at risk if the department was downgraded. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Two wards of a hospital have been closed after an outbreak of coronavirus cases, a health board has announced. Maria Davies says some patients are 'waiting months' for the community care package they need, Gemma Pearson says patient turnaround has to happen as quickly as possible, Senior staff at Royal Glamorgan hospital hold a logistical morning meeting, Mark Walsh spent his 61st birthday waiting for a heart procedure at the Royal Glamorgan, Nurse Chezelle White admits that it is only community spirit that is stopping some staff from quitting, At the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece. Video report by ITV Wales Health Correspondent James Crichton-Smith. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. 2023 BBC. 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. Cwm Taf Morgannwg health board had been working on plans to either close the department completely and replace it with a minor injuries unit, or only open A&E during the day. Measures put in place include the closure of the affected wards, increased testing of staff and patients and limits on "social visiting". Latest Public Health Wales figures show the health board accounted for 25 of 31 Covid-19 infections "probably" or "definitely" caught while in hospital. "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. "I think we will manage because NHS staff are incredibly dedicated, motivated people. Despite the pressures facing the hospital, the experienced medic said he was confident the Welsh NHS would not be overwhelmed. The hospital is in Llantrisant in Rhondda Cynon Taf, which has seen a recent spike in cases, leading to tighter restrictions being put in place. But gladly he can go home soon, freeing up a much-needed bed. VideoAt the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece, Covid origin likely China lab incident - FBI chief, 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. That can be very scary and mentally very draining.". 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. A Welsh health board has closed a number of hospital wards to visitors due to a surge of coronavirus cases in the area. Something went wrong, please try again later. It meant ambulances had to be re-directed to the Prince Charles Hospital In Merthyr Tydfil or the Princess of Wales Hospital in Bridgend. Cwm Taf Morgannwg health board said it was taking "robust action" after 34 positive cases at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital in Rhondda Cynon Taf. DeSantis won't say he's running. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. It says there are currently 82 Covid-19 cases at the hospital near Llantrisant, including six in intensive care. 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. Reacting to the news, Plaid Cymru health spokesman Rhun ap Iorwerth MS said the rise in cases at the hospital was concerning. You can check the latest hospital visiting guidance here. What have campaigners been worried about? Im hearing weve won the battle over the A and E at the Royal Glamorgan. However,the safety of our patients and staff is of the utmost importance and we believe this is the right course of action, based on the professional advice given to us. Most operations have been cancelled at the hospital and some wards where patients and staff had been infected were closed. We certainly weren't expecting this degree of a second wave at this stage. "It is deeply concerning that infection control procedures do not seem to be working. "A lot of people have started feeling that they need to live their lives and will just take the chance. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. He added: "What is the point in saying to people that they should socially distance, and then have three days a week when you can get a half price meal? "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. 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. And while they're stuck, they can't respond to other calls in area where a life could be at immediate risk. 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. But I feel it makes sense.". 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. "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. 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). We have one consultant for every 15,000 people here, when the UK average is around 7,000 people per consultant. 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. Most operations have been cancelled at the hospital and some wards where patients and staff had been infected were closed. Cwm Taf Morgannwg health board had been working on plans to either close the department completely and replace it with a minor injuries unit, or only open A&E during the day. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Prince Andrew offered Frogmore Cottage - reports, Rare Jurassic-era bug found at Arkansas Walmart, Bieber cancels remaining Justice world tour dates, Covid origin likely China lab incident - FBI chief, Beer and wine sales in Canada fall to all-time low, China and Belarus call for peace in Ukraine, Ed Sheeran says wife developed tumour in pregnancy, Havana Syndrome 'unlikely' to be caused by US foes, Man survives 31 days in jungle by eating worms. Just hours before I visited, the department was at its highest level of alert and those working there were at breaking point. "But the good thing is we are much more aware, better prepared and have much more knowledge of the virus than we did before which is always a positive thing.". "We are working with the local health authority's senior management team and Public Health Wales to understand and, crucially, address the issues that have arisen at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital to bring that outbreak under control and learn the lessons of that so they can be applied in other healthcare settings. 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. pic.twitter.com/xt0Mvr7XcX. That is not in our control. VideoRecord numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. They have been worried about poor transport links between some valleys communities, and that other hospitals had been prioritised for investment instead of the Royal Glamorgan. It meant ambulances had to be re-directed to the Prince Charles Hospital In Merthyr Tydfil or the Princess of Wales Hospital in Bridgend. The NHS faces a nationwide shortage of A&E consultants, with the bigger trauma centres finding it easier to attract staff. The hospital said the changes would be reviewed on a daily basis. Royal Glamorgan Hospital (A&E) Typical time in department 1: Up to 3 hrs 30 mins . 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. 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. "Ultimately we don't want to keep anyone in hospital and there are people we aren't able to turn around. The hospital, which is within Rhondda Cynon Taf, one of the areas under local lockdown restrictions, said it was trying to speed up the testing of patients and staff. 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. So, at the morning meeting, all wards and departments are trying to identify any patients who might be able to be safely discharged to free up scarce and precious beds - but they are few and far between. "As politicians, we fully recognise the difficulties facing the health board and we have been assured that Cwm Taf Morgannwg will be looking at different models of provision across the footprint.". A specialist team is said to be meeting daily and a number of key measures have been put in place to respond to and manage these cases, including: Dr Kelechi Nnoaham, director of public health for Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board, said: "The health and wellbeing of our patients and staff is our number one priority and we take infection prevention and control measures extremely seriously. Read about our approach to external linking. In response, dozens of so-called "surge beds" across the hospital had to be opened up. People will not be allowed to enter or leave without a reasonable excuse, such as travel for work or education; People will only be able to meet outdoors for the time being. Meanwhile, back in A&E, as the afternoon goes on, the strain is building again. 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. Human error to blame for deadly train crash, says Greek PM, At the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece. Measures put in place include the closure of the affected wards, increased testing of staff and patients and limits on "social visiting". "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.". On Tuesday the Royal United hospital in Bath closed its Paulton Birth Centre for two weeks, which is usually used by women having a low-risk pregnancy who want a natural birth, and began. "The problem is that there is no more staff. ", 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. Dr Biswas admitted that the hospital had not been able to catch up on all its routine, non-Covid-19 work due to the outbreak, leading to longer waiting lists. . Plans to concentrate certain services at fewer hospital sites has been slowly implemented since 2014 when the South Wales Programme was first created. The wolf is at the door of the NHS, say doctors, NHS remains under 'intense pressure', report warns, Patient spent four nights in A&E waiting for a bed, Human error to blame for deadly train crash, says Greek PM, At the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece. 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. Jennifer Proctor, the hospital's head of nursing, says: "The demand in the department outstripped the capacity we had in the hospital. Read more:Wales faces 'very challenging' autumn and winter as flu and Covid circulates, top public health boss warns. 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. Pontypridd MP Alex Davies-Jones and Senedd counterpart Mick Antoniw MS both expressed satisfaction at the news. They were angered when the health board's medical director told a Senedd committee it "may well be true" that no "substantive effort" was made to recruit A&E consultants at the hospital for five years. pic.twitter.com/xt0Mvr7XcX. VideoRecord numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. 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. pic.twitter.com/YSldiWgqKy. "The health and wellbeing of our patients and staff is our number one priority and we take infection prevention and control measures extremely seriously," said Dr Kelechi Nnoaham, Cwm Taf's director of public health. Our skilled and compassionate staff are using their skills to prioritise and care for patients in the best way possible, and we are so grateful to them. What's he waiting for? The accident and emergency department at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital could close as part of plans by the health board to reduce services. I'm a clinician. Rhondda AM and former Plaid Cymru leader Leanne Wood, who was at the health board's meeting in Abercynon on Friday morning, said: "During the meeting I expressed my anger at the current situation. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Hawara: 'What happened was horrific and barbaric'. But without that sense of team spirit, she said staff would consider their futures. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. These included closing A&E at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital, but in the intervening period there was little change. 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. We do try and keep everyone's spirits up - we all work as a team.". "Yeah, I think people would leave," she added. But gladly he can go home soon, freeing up a much-needed bed. Video, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story, hundreds of patients had caught coronavirus while in hospital, A separate study of 1,500 hospital cases in the UK in April, New cases in Wales rise to 389 with two more deaths, 'Broken' doctor speaks out against conspiracies. 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. Hawara: 'What happened was horrific and barbaric'. I have to say, they were angels," said Mr Walsh. 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. The workload they go through is unbelievable.". What's he waiting for? However, additional cases linked to transmission within the hospital have been confirmed in recent days with the number of cases currently standing at 82. 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. Given the extent of this outbreak, and on advice of Public Health Wales, the health board is taking a number of urgent and significant actions to ensure the safety of our staff, patients and communities.. 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