North Cardiff Medical Centre

27/04/2026

Carers Information

Being an unpaid carer can take its toll — physically, emotionally and mentally. But you don’t have to do it alone.

The newly rebranded Cardiff Carers Advice Line is here not only for information and Carers Needs Assessments, but also as a regular point of contact.

Whether you need reassurance on a difficult day, want updates on local support, or just need someone to listen — our team is here.
📞 Call: 02920 234234 (Option 2)

27/04/2026

Have you borrowed a blood pressure monitor from one of our hubs or libraries? 📈
We’d love to hear how it worked for you.

Your feedback helps us improve the scheme and could help others feel more confident about checking their blood pressure at home. 💙
👉 Share your experience by completing our short feedback form
🔗 https://orlo.uk/h4gBY
If you’d be happy for us to get in touch about your experience, there’s an option to leave your details too.

27/04/2026

07/04/2026

📢 North Cardiff Medical Centre Patient Participation Group AGM 📢

The NCMC PPG will be holding their Annual General Meeting on the below date.

🗓 Date: 29th April
⏰ Time: 9:00am – 10:30am
📍 Venue: North Cardiff Medical Centre

The Patient Participation Group is a great opportunity to hear updates, share your views, and help shape the future of our practice.

For more information on how to join the PPG please visit our website.

The Patient Participation Group [PPG], comprises a number of North Cardiff Medical Centre patients who volunteer time, experience and a variety of skills toward achieving the group’s mission of ‘Making the Healthcare Experience Better’.

01/04/2026

Activity Data - February 2026
20 days the surgery was open

30/03/2026

📢 Easter Bank Holiday Closure 🐣🌼

Please be aware that the surgery will be closed over the Easter Bank Holiday (Friday 3rd April and Monday 6th April).

To avoid any disruption to your care, please ensure that you have ordered your repeat prescriptions in plenty of time.

💊 Prescription requests can take several days to process, so please plan ahead.

If you need any medical assistance during this time please contact NHS 111 for advice and support.

Have a safe and happy Easter 🐰

24/03/2026

Please take a moment to check that your next of kin and contact details are up to date with the practice.

Having accurate information helps us contact you promptly about appointments, test results, or important updates. In an emergency, it also ensures we can reach your chosen next of kin quickly, so they can be informed and support you when it matters most.

A quick update can make a big difference.

📍 You can easily update your details via our website.

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23/03/2026

💊 Electronic Prescriptions – We've gone live with EPS!

Did you know you can get your prescriptions sent straight to your chosen pharmacy - saving you a visit to the surgery.

The Electronic Prescriptions Service (EPS) means there’s no need for a paper prescription. Instead, we will securely send your prescription directly to the pharmacy you choose.

✅ Quicker and more convenient
✅ Helps reduce paper use (better for the environment 🌍)
✅ Supports the NHS in working more efficiently

What do you need to do?
Simply let our staff know your nominated pharmacy— we’ll take care of the rest!

You can still order your medication in the same way (NHS Wales App, at reception or through your chosen pharmacy). The main difference is that, in most cases, you won’t receive a green paper prescription form.

📲 Find out more: https://dhcw.nhs.wales/digital-medicines

Digital Medicines brings together the programmes and projects that will deliver the benefits of a fully digital prescribing approach in all care settings in Wales.

23/03/2026

Catch-up clinics are being held for teenagers and young adults who have not had an important meningitis vaccination.

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is holding walk-in clinics for young people in Year 9 and up to the age of 25 who have previously missed their MenACWY vaccination appointment.

Walk-in clinics are being held every Saturday (starting March 21) until further notice at the following locations:
- Barry Hospital, Colcot Road, CF62 8YH (9am-4.30pm)
- Maelfa Wellbeing Hub, Llanedeyrn, Cardiff, CF23 9PN (9am-4.30pm)

Young people aged 13-14 (school Year 9) are invited by GPs in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan to receive this vaccine as part of their routine schedule but sometimes these appointments can get missed.

The MenACWY vaccine protects against meningococcal disease type A, C, W and Y.

While rare, meningococcal disease can be very serious and require urgent hospital treatment. It can lead to life-changing disabilities such as amputations, hearing loss, brain damage and scars.

If parents of younger children would like information about their meningitis B and pneumococcal vaccination status - both of which are given to children as part of their routine vaccination schedule up to the age of 2 - please call the vaccination service on 02921 841234 (lines open Mon-Fri 9am-4.45pm). You can also book any missed doses with your GP.

18/03/2026

🦠 Important Patient Update: Meningitis Awareness

We are aware of a current meningitis outbreak and would like to remind patients about vaccination and what steps to take.

💉 Vaccination is the best protection:

Men B vaccine is part of the routine childhood immunisation schedule for babies and young children. You will be invited for these as eligible between 8 weeks and 13 months.

Pneumococcal vaccine also provides protection against some types of meningitis. If you are over the age of 65 years or between 2-64 and in an “at risk” group you can contact the surgery to book your vaccine. This is typically a once in a lifetime vaccine.

Men ACWY vaccine is routinely offered from school year 9 up to age 25.

📅 Missed a vaccine?
If you or your child have missed any of the above vaccinations, please contact the surgery or check your vaccination status via the NHS Wales App.

⚠️ Important to know:

Meningitis B and Meningitis ACWY vaccine are not routinely available on the NHS for older age groups. Private providers may offer it, but there is currently limited availability nationwide.

📱 Concerned about exposure?
If you are worried about possible exposure related to the outbreak, please seek guidance via the Public Health Wales.

🩺 Know the symptoms:
Early symptoms can include fever, headache, vomiting, stiff neck, sensitivity to light, and a rash. If you are concerned about meningitis, seek medical attention.

https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/meningitis/symptoms/

13/03/2026

🚫 Missed Appointments – Please Let Us Know

In February, the following appointments were not attended and could not be used for other patients:

• GP appointments: 17
• Nurse appointments: 35
• Phlebotomy appointments: 32

Each missed appointment is time that could have been offered to another patient who needs care.

If you’re unable to attend your appointment, please contact the surgery as soon as possible so we can offer it to someone else.

Appointments can be cancelled or rearranged by calling the surgery or through the NHS Wales App.

Thank you for helping us make the best use of our appointments and support all our patients 💙

11/03/2026

📌 Helpful Reminders – Please Save or Share

Just in case you need an update, here are some useful reminders that you may wish to save for future reference or share with family members or carers.

🌐 Practice Website
For the most up-to-date information on our services, please visit our website:
👉 https://www.northcardiffmedicalcentre.co.uk/

📱 NHS Wales App
You can use the NHS Wales App to:
• Book appointments
• Order repeat prescriptions
• View recent test results
👉 https://app.nhs.wales/login

🏥 Our Surgery Locations
📍 Excalibur Drive
Excalibur Drive
Thornhill
Cardiff
CF14 9BB

📍 Thornhill Road
67 Thornhill Road
Llanishen
Cardiff
CF14 6PE

📞 Contact Us
To speak with a member of our reception team, please call:
029 2076 4444

Thank you for your continued support 💙