Ashgrove Medical Centre/ Meddygfa Gelli-Onn

24/07/2026

We are offering the Men-B vaccination for those who were born between 01/09/2007 and 31/08/2008 or those who born on or after 21/07/2001 (turning 25 on or after 21/07/2026) and you’re attending higher education or residential further education for the first time from Autumn 2026, including international students and those from the UK Devolved Administrations and Crown Dependencies.

If you have someone under your care who is a seventeen or eighteen year-old born between 01/09/2007 and 31/08/2008, you will be sent a letter by the health board inviting you to have your vaccine.

If they were born on or after 21/07/2001 (turning 25 on or after 21/07/2026) and starting higher education or residential further education for the first time from Autumn 2026, then they will need to contact the health board after the 20th July.

👉 https://hduhb.nhs.wales/news/press-releases/young-people-across-mid-and-west-wales-offered-menb-vaccination/

16/07/2026

07/07/2026

We’re inviting young people across Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion and Pembrokeshire to receive the MenB (meningococcal B) vaccination as part of a targeted national programme.

Appointment letters will start to be sent out from 3 July 2026 to those aged 17 and 18 who were born between 1 September 2007 and 31 August 2008.

The vaccination helps protect against meningococcal B disease, a rare but serious bacterial infection that can lead to meningitis and septicaemia.

Eligible young people will be offered two doses of the MenB vaccine, with the first appointments available from late July and the second dose given four weeks later to ensure the best possible protection.

Vaccination clinics for those with appointments will be held across the three counties, and details of the times and locations will be included in individual appointment letters.

Read more here: https://hduhb.nhs.wales/news/press-releases/young-people-across-mid-and-west-wales-offered-menb-vaccination/

07/07/2026

What is a learning disability annual health check?

An annual health check is an appointment when you meet your GP to
◾Check everything about your health
◾Help you stay healthy

You can have an annual health check if you are over 18 years old and your GP knows you have a learning disability.

There are things you can do to get ready for your appointment - https://performanceandimprovement.nhs.wales/functions/quality-safety-and-improvement/improvement/our-work/learning-disability/resourses-learning-disability-health-improvement-programme/annual-health-check/2026-documents/getting-ready-for-your-annual-health-checkpdf/

Here is more information to help you get ready your Annual Health Check appointment https://performanceandimprovement.nhs.wales/functions/quality-safety-and-improvement/improvement/our-work/learning-disability/resourses-learning-disability-health-improvement-programme/annual-health-check/2026-documents/going-to-your-annual-health-check-appointment/

It is a good idea to fill in a health profile before you go to your annual health check appointment.

A health profile is a booklet where you can keep information about you and your health and any support you need to make health appointments easier.

A health profile:

◾Tell us about your needs
◾Help our staff make reasonable adjustments for you
◾Receive patient-centred care at the right time

You can get a Health Profile at www.improvementcymru.net/health-profile

18/06/2026

Gwybodaeth Bwysig i Gleifion ac Ymwelwyr – Meddygfa Gelli-Onn

Hoffem roi gwybod i’n cleifion a’n hymwelwyr am y gwaith gwella sydd ar y gweill yn Meddygfa Gelli-Onn, practis a reolir gan Hywel Dda.

Yn dilyn digwyddiad ym mis Gorffennaf 2025, a achosodd ddifrod i’r adeilad, rydym yn falch o gadarnhau bod gwaith atgyweirio bellach wedi’i drefnu i ddechrau. Bydd y gwaith hwn yn dechrau ddydd Llun 22 Mehefin 2026 a disgwylir iddo barhau am tua 6 wythnos.

Beth mae hyn yn ei olygu i chi?

•Bydd yr holl wasanaethau Meddygon Teulu yn parhau i redeg fel arfer drwy gydol y gwaith.
•Bydd Fferyllfa Gravells yn parhau ar agor ac yn parhau i weithredu fel arfer.

Efallai y bydd peth aflonyddwch dros dro ar y safle, gan gynnwys sŵn neu fân newidiadau i fynediad, ond byddwn yn gwneud popeth o fewn ein gallu i leihau anghyfleustra.
Rydym yn gwerthfawrogi eich amynedd a'ch dealltwriaeth wrth i'r atgyweiriadau hanfodol hyn gael eu gwneud a diolch i chi am eich cefnogaeth barhaus.

Os oes gennych unrhyw bryderon yn ystod y cyfnod hwn, mae croeso i chi gysylltu â'r practis.

18/06/2026

Important Information for Patients and Visitors – Ashgrove Medical Centre

We would like to keep our patients and visitors informed about upcoming improvement works at Ashgrove Medical Centre, a Hywel Dda managed practice.

Following an incident July 2025, which caused damage to the building, we are pleased to confirm that repair works are now scheduled to begin. These works will commence on Monday 22 June 2026 and are expected to continue for approximately 6 weeks.

What does this mean for you?
•All GP services will continue to run as normal throughout the duration of the works.
•Gravells Pharmacy will remain open and continue operating as usual.

There may be some temporary disruption on site, including noise or minor changes to access, but we will do everything we can to minimise inconvenience.

We appreciate your patience and understanding while these essential repairs are carried out and thank you for your continued support.

If you have any concerns during this time, please do not hesitate to contact the practice.

01/06/2026

Blood test services in Llanelli are now at Canolfan Pentre Awel

Phlebotomy services (blood tests) for patients living in the Llanelli area have moved to Canolfan Pentre Awel, Llanelli, from today, 1 June 2026.

The service was previously provided from the Mass Vaccination Centre in Dafen, Llanelli, where it temporarily relocated to in 2024.

Canolfan Pentre Awel, which opened to the public in October 2025, offers improved accessibility, transport links, and more convenient parking for patients. The L1 and L2 local bus route connects Canolfan Pentre Awel to key locations with the bus stop just outside the main door. The route, which operates around every 90 minutes, connects Llanelli town centre, Parc Pemberton, Parc Trostre, Penyfan, Morfa, Canolfan Pentre Awel, Swiss Valley, Prince Philip Hospital and Felinfoel. The L11 route is also available at the start and end of each day if you live in Kidwelly and the surrounding areas.

You must pre-book your blood test appointments using the online booking system https://hduhb.nhs.wales/healthcare/services-and-teams/blood-tests/ or by calling the Communications Hub on 0300 303 9642. Please note that you need a referral from a medical professional to access this facility.

Read the full story here: https://hduhb.nhs.wales/news/press-releases/blood-test-services-in-llanelli-to-move-to-canolfan-pentre-awel2/

23/05/2026

Your local pharmacy offers a quick and easy way to get the care you need.

Speak to your pharmacist, who is a qualified healthcare professional, for expert advice and treatment for minor health concerns.

If you need to see a pharmacist over the bank holiday visit https://hduhb.nhs.wales/healthcare/services-and-teams/pharmacy/ to find your nearest open pharmacy

15/05/2026

📍 Drop-in event Phlebotomy Service move to Canolfan Pentre Awel

Join us at Canolfan Pentre Awel on Wednesday 20 May 2026 to find out more about plans for the phlebotomy (blood test) service to move to Canolfan Petre Awel in Llanelli.

🕐 Drop in anytime between 2pm and 6pm No need to book, just come along.

💬 Speak to staff, ask questions and learn what the changes mean for you.

📍 Venue:
Canolfan Pentre Awel,
Llanelli, Carmarthenshire
SA15 2EZ

Please note this is a session to learn more about our service at Canolfan Pentre Awel. We will not be able to provide blood tests during this drop-in event.

For further information, please contact [email protected]

20/03/2026

For urgent mental health support call 111 and press OPTION 2.

For advice and support from a mental health professional in your area 24 hrs a day, 7 days a week.

Healthcare advice you can trust. www.111.wales.nhs.uk