How to use the NHS in Wales
Did you know?
NHS Wales is divided into seven geographical Health Boards that are responsible for running the NHS in their local area.
Using the NHS in Wales guide
For many families, having a child with a genetic, rare or undiagnosed condition means using NHS services in Wales with greater regularity.
This guide by Genetic Alliance UK will help you navigate:
- Using the NHS in Wales
- What the NHS in Wales provides children with rare, genetic or undiagnosed conditions
- How to access NHS services in Wales
- And more!
Rare Resources Wales are available in both English and Welsh.
The Rare Resources guides have been developed in collaboration between Genetic Alliance UK and families in Wales.
The Rare Resource guides for Wales have been developed and produced with funding from The National Lottery Community Fund Wales.
About Rare Resources
The Rare Resources guides have been produced by Genetic Alliance UK for families who have recently received a diagnosis of a genetic or rare condition, are on the journey to a diagnosis or who have been told their child’s condition is so rare they might not get a diagnosis.
These guides are downloadable toolkits of information and sources of support for people living with genetic, rare and undiagnosed conditions in Wales.
The guides contain a wide range of general information on rare, genetic and undiagnosed conditions as well as information on how to access reliable information, care and support.
They were developed in collaboration with families supporting children living with genetic, rare and undiagnosed conditions.
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