Swansea Bay University Health Board responded well to the Covid pandemic but some improvements are needed, according to inspectors.
Health Inspectorate Wales (HIW) staff carried out a number of visits to hospitals, mental health units, and a GP practice in the region during 2020-21.
Scott Howe, HIW senior escalation and enforcement manager, took health board members through his report at a meeting on July 29.
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Good practice included the way hospital patients in Swansea and Neath Port Talbot were screened and tested for Covid, and the way visiting arrangements were made in line with the latest guidelines, for example for end-of-life patients or those with dementia.
In mental health units, said Mr Howe, detailed infection prevention and control audits had taken place and additional activities were laid on to keep patients occupied. Some tablets were provided to help patients maintain contact with family and friends.
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