Results for "health"

Find out about current and potential threats to the health of trees in Wales, what we are doing to combat them, and how you can help.

Our purpose is to ensure that the natural resources of Wales are sustainably maintained, enhanced and used, now and in the future. As part of this we have duties and opportunities to both protect and improve people’s health and well-being.

We believe a healthy society isn’t one that waits for people to become ill. We all share a common responsibility to look at how our health is shaped by a broad range of social, cultural, political, economic and environmental factors, and to act accordingly for the benefit of future generations.

This theme aims to examine the opportunities to address health inequalities in South West Wales by using natural resources and habitats.

Both native and introduced trees in Wales are potentially susceptible to a wide range of pests and pathogens, as well as abiotic sources of damage such as extreme weather and pollution.

04 Dec 2019

Natural Resources Wales (NRW) is asking residents to help keep their local rivers clean and healthy after a pollution incident killed around 50 fish on the River Plysgog in Cilgerran, a tributary of the Teifi.

Caring for the marine environment and its wealth of wildlife

This theme is about identifying opportunities and collaborative interventions that protect and improve health and well-being; connecting people, communities and service delivery to nature for the benefit of both people and the environment.

02 Aug 2018

Whether you fancy a short amble or a longer ramble - walking is a great way to enjoy the outdoors and the perfect way to explore new places.

30 Jul 2019

Natural Resources Wales (NRW) has conducted an in-depth survey to learn more about the health of one of Wales’ most unique wildlife habitats.

30 Oct 2015

Our environment can have a huge impact on our health and wellbeing.

27 Mar 2015

Spring is in the air and thoughts naturally turn to the great outdoors and what could be better than spending some time on the banks of a lake or river fishing.

29 Dec 2014

Walking on the Wales Coast Path does more than blow the cobwebs away or provide a great day out – a new report shows that it also actually helps people live longer.

10 Oct 2020

Spending time outside can be great for your mental health. Our health advisor, Jess Williams, explains how heading outdoors can boost your mood.