Thanks to funding from the Cardiff & Vale Health Charity, we are seeking expressions of interest relating to the health heritage of the Cardiff Royal Infirmary. Our ultimate goal is to protect, increase access to, and display our history for future generations. To do so, we are looking to commission someone in a short term, … Continue reading Conserve and co-ordinate our Health Heritage
Category: Our Health Heritage
St David’s Day, the annual celebration of the patron saint of Wales which took place last Friday, presented the perfect opportunity for us to celebrate the health heritage of and the unique identity of Cardiff and Vale UHB and the NHS in Wales. When people think about the NHS’ ties to Wales, most will think … Continue reading Celebrating our Identity and Heritage through Art
For those in hospital, including staff and visitors as well as patients, the arts can offer a powerful positive contribution to health and wellbeing. According to the charity, The King’s Fund, the combined history of art and healthcare began over 600 years ago, in the 14th Century. At that time, healthcare was very closely aligned … Continue reading The History of the Arts, Health, and Wellbeing
