Bryngwyn Surgery

06/08/2026

BANK HOLIDAY MONDAY 31 August 2026
Opening Times for Community Pharmacies
All GP surgeries and the majority of community pharmacies will be closed on Bank Holiday Monday 31 August 2026.
Please see below which pharmacies will be open on this day.

Emergency Contact Numbers:
If you need to see a doctor urgently over this period call 111. In a medical emergency, please dial 999. If you are feeling unwell but the problem is not a medical emergency, please call 111 for the NHS 111 Wales service.
If you need dental advice, please contact the Out of Hours Dental Helpline on 01633 744387
If you require urgent Social Services Care, please contact the South Wales Emergency Duty Team on 0800 328 4432

Please ensure that you order all your repeat prescriptions or blood test results in plenty of time with your GP Surgery.

Pharmacies Opening Times

NEWPORT BOROUGH
Boots Pharmacy, Unit 1A Newport Retail Park Spytty Rd, Spytty, Newport 09:00-18:00

Tesco Instore Pharmacy, Cardiff Rd, Newport 10:00-16:00

Asda Pharmacy, Pencarn Way, Coedkernew, Newport
10:00-16:00

Boots Pharmacy, 155-156 Commercial St, Newport 10:30-16:30

TORFAEN BOROUGH
Boots Pharmacy, 10-14 The Mall, Cwmbran 10:00-16:00

Health Plus Pharmacy, St Luke’s Rd, Pontypool 12:00-14:00

02/08/2026

02/08/2026

📱 Have you heard of Parent/CarerLine? A free SMS service for parents/carers of 5–16 year olds across Aneurin Bevan University Health Board 💛

Get support from our nurses on things like emotional wellbeing, behaviour, exam stress, toileting, healthy eating and more.

⏰ Replies: Mon–Fri, 9:00–4:00
📞 Out of hours: NHS 111 | 🚨 Emergency: 999

02/08/2026

A recovered hepatitis C patient in Wales is urging people in at-risk groups to get tested for the virus, as if left untreated, it can cause liver damage and cancer of the liver. Treatment for hepatitis C is highly effective and is a simple course of daily tablets with very few side effects.

Andy Green,was initially diagnosed with hepatitis C in the US in the 1990s, after going to his doctor suffering with extreme fatigue.
“My diagnosis was a shock and I don’t know how I got it. But the doctor wasn’t interested in how I acquired it and so immediately I felt there was no stigma and we just focused on treating the illness.”

Chronic hepatitis C is a serious condition that can lead to liver cancer and cirrhosis, it is therefore important that anyone who believes they may have been at risk gets tested.

Testing is free and confidential through our Test and Post serivce: https://www.shwales.online/wales-sti-testing-kit-test-and-post/

02/08/2026

Let’s talk about cervical screening

Going for cervical screening for the first time can feel daunting, especially if you’re not sure what to expect. That’s why open, supportive conversations really matter.

Mums, carers, older sisters, aunties and friends – you can make a real difference. Talking openly can help your loved ones feel more informed, less anxious, and more confident about attending their first screening appointment when invited.

You can help by explaining what happens, reassuring them that it’s usually quick, and reminding them why it’s important. Cervical screening checks for HPV (a common virus) that can cause changes in the cervix, and finding these early helps prevent cancer. Even if someone has had the HPV vaccine, it’s still important to attend screening when invited.

Let’s create safe spaces to ask questions, share experiences, and support each other 💜

A simple conversation today could help save a life tomorrow.

30/07/2026

😡 Anger is a normal emotion – learning how to manage it is a skill.

One of the best ways to help children cope with anger is to spot the warning signs early. Talk with your child about what happens in their body when they start to feel angry.

They might notice:
❤️ Their heart beating faster
💪 Tight or tense muscles
😬 Clenched teeth or jaw
👊 Fists tightening
😤 Faster breathing
🔥 Feeling hot or flushed

When they spot these signs, encourage them to:
✅ Take slow, deep breaths
✅ Count to 10 before reacting
✅ Move to a calm, quiet space
✅ Talk about how they're feeling
✅ Squeeze a stress ball, draw, or do another calming activity
✅ Go for a walk or burn off energy through physical activity
💙 Remind your child that it's okay to feel angry. What's important is learning healthy ways to express and manage those feelings.

30/07/2026

Looking for an NHS dentist?
The Dental Access Portal allows people to register their details so they can be matched with an NHS dental practice when appointments become available. NHS dental practices are no longer holding their own waiting lists for new routine patients, so it is important that anyone looking for routine NHS dental treatment registers on the portal.

People can register online here: https://dhcw.nhs.wales/product-directory/our-digital-services/dental-access-portal/

Support is available for anyone who needs help completing their registration by calling 01495 241234.

Access an NHS dentist in Wales for routine dental treatment for yourself or for someone in your care.

30/07/2026

Suffering with hayfever?

Did you know hayfever is covered by the Common Ailments Service?

Available at community pharmacies across Wales, the Common Ailments Service offers free NHS advice and treatment for a range of common health problems, without needing a GP appointment.

If your condition isn't covered, your pharmacist can still offer advice and help you find the right care.

Visit the 🔗 in comments to find out more.

30/07/2026

With great power comes great responsibility... 🕷️

If you're eligible, make sure you get both MenB doses for the best protection. 💉💉🛡️

23/07/2026

🎓 Under 25 and going to university/further education for the first time this autumn? Add one more thing to your checklist.

✅ Accommodation
✅ Student finance
✅ MenB vaccination

MenB disease can develop quickly and can have life-changing consequences. Vaccination is the best way to help protect yourself against meningococcal group B disease.

Check if you're eligible and book your appointment today.