Roath House Surgery

11/03/2026

Did you know - you can borrow a blood pressure machine from your local Hub or Library?

One in three adults in the UK has high blood pressure - but many don’t realise it.

Did you know you can now borrow a blood pressure monitor from Cardiff hubs and libraries to help you keep track of your blood pressure? Borrow a device for 3 weeks, just like borrowing a book!

More here https://orlo.uk/yBXRz

11/03/2026

🚭 No Smoking Day – 11th March 🚭

On 11th March, we mark No Smoking Day.

Whether you're thinking about quitting, trying to cut down, or supporting someone who is, today is the perfect day to take that first step. Quitting smoking is one of the best decisions you can make for your health, your loved ones, and your future.

💚 Benefits of quitting:
✔️ Improved lung health
✔️ Lower risk of heart disease and cancer
✔️ More energy
✔️ Better sense of taste and smell
✔️ Saving money

Remember - it’s never too late to quit, and you don’t have to do it alone. Reach out for support, speak to a healthcare professional, or explore local stop-smoking services.

30/01/2026

📢Calling all students 📢
If you’ve seen your GP back at home recently, this could mean you need to register back with Roath House / Park Place Surgery now that you’re back in Cardiff.
If you’re unsure, please e-mail us and we’ll be happy to help!

23/12/2025

03/12/2025

18/11/2025

Did you know that antibiotics don't work for all infections?

They’re only used to treat or prevent infections caused by bacteria. They don't work for viral infections, including colds and flu, and most coughs and sore throats.
Stop the spread of antibiotic resistance – only take them as prescribed by your doctor, pharmacist, nurse or dentist.

Find out more : https://phw.nhs.wales/services-and-teams/antibiotics-and-infections/antimicrobial-resistance-and-prescribing-surveillance-and-reports-2/




Wyddech chi nad yw gwrthfiotigau'n gweithio ar gyfer pob haint?

Maent ond yn cael eu defnyddio i drin neu atal heintiau a achosir gan facteria.

Nid ydynt yn gweithio ar gyfer heintiau feirysol, gan gynnwys annwyd a ffliw a'r rhan fwyaf o beswch a dolur gwddf.Ataliwch ledaeniad ymwrthedd i
wrthfiotigau – dylech ond eu cymryd fel y rhagnodir gan eich meddyg, nyrs, fferyllydd neu ddeintydd.

Dysgwch fwy: https://icc.gig.cymru/gwasanaethau-a-thimau/ymwrthedd-a-heintiau-gwrthfiotig/stiwardiaeth-gwrthficrobaidd1/

07/11/2025

Please see the image below for a detailed breakdown of the appointments, calls, emails, and administrative work that took place at the surgery in September 2025.

06/11/2025

Our team have been talking all about Electronic Prescribing (EPS) and how it can make managing your medication easier and more convenient. 💊✨

✅ No paper prescription needed
✅ Sent directly to your chosen pharmacy
✅ Quicker, safer, and more efficient
✅ Perfect for repeat prescriptions

We’re really pleased to be supporting more patients with EPS and hope you’ll find it helpful too.

Take a look at our latest newsletter to learn more and hear what our team has to say 👇

English - https://dhcw.nhs.wales/news/latest-news/more-than-100-gp-practices-in-wales-now-using-the-electronic-prescription-service/

Welsh - https://igdc.gig.cymru/newyddion/newyddion-diweddaraf/mae-mwy-na-100-o-feddygfeydd-teulu-yng-nghymru-bellach-yn-defnyddior-gwasanaeth-presgripsiynau-electronig/

Mae mwy na 100 o feddygfeydd teulu yng Nghymru bellach yn gallu defnyddio gwasanaeth digidol sy'n gwneud y broses ragnodi yn haws ac yn fwy diogel i gleifion a staff gofal iechyd.  

04/11/2025

Feeling under the weather with any of the following?
- A cough or cold
- Headaches or minor aches & pains
- Upset tummy or diarrhoea
- Other minor illnesses

Your community pharmacist can:
• Give you advice & treatment
• Help you decide whether you need to see a GP or not
• Offer NHS clinical services — free on the spot, often with no appointment required.

Find out more:
https://cavuhb.nhs.wales/our-services/community-pharmacies/

26/09/2025

Thank you for choosing our practice for your care. If you’ve visited us recently, we’d love to hear about your experience!

Please take a moment to complete a short survey – it only takes a minute and helps us continue to improve the care we provide.

👉

09/09/2025

🍁Flu season
We will be sending texts to all patients eligible for the flu vaccine this week.
Our weekend clinics are the 4th and 11th October - these appointments need to be pre-booked. If you think you are eligible, please contact the surgery by telephone.

18/08/2025

📢 Calling All Students Coming to Cardiff! 🎓🏙️

Are you starting, or returning to, university this year? Whether you're new to Cardiff or just moving into a new place — don’t forget to register with a GP near your term-time address!

✅ Being registered means you can access healthcare quickly and easily when you need it.

📝 It only takes a few minutes to register, and you don’t need to wait until you’re unwell.

Find a GP surgery near your term-time address on the NHS website: https://www.campusdoctor.co.uk/cardiff/select.html

Check our website for the services we offer: https://roathhousesurgery.nhs.wales/clinics-services/

It's very important that you register with a GP practice in Cardiff as soon as possible, if you're coming to live and study here (or if you already are). Once registered your new GP practice can:    »  Get hold of your medical history as soon as possible    »  Send information to you on rele...