Cwmtawe Cluster

18/11/2025

Swansea Diabetes Support & Well-being Group
10:00-11:00, Saturday 13th December 2025

Great news Swansea, we’re launching a brand-new Diabetes Support and Well-being Group, and we’d love for you to join us. It’s open to anyone 18 or over, pre-diabetic, has type 1 & 2 diabetes, or gestational diabetes. Whether you live in Neath Port Talbot or Swansea, everyone’s welcome! It'll be a friendly, relaxed drop-in social group held *once a month—an easy-going space to share stories, swap tips, and make new friends. We look forward to seeing you there!

Please be aware that this group does not provide advice or recommendation in relation to medication any concerns with medication should always be discussed with your own healthcare professional. Email us at
swansea.diabeteswellbeing@gmail.com

17/11/2025

If you have received a letter inviting you to an appointment with the diabetes prevention team, please book in as soon as possible.

The team is made up of specially trained dietetic support workers who provide a 30-minute intervention.

During that time, they will discuss topics such as physical activity, healthy eating and promote other lifestyle changes such as smoking cessation and alcohol reduction.

An increase in physical activity and having a healthy diet are just some of the steps you can take to help reduce the risk of developing diabetes.

The letter you receive will be from your GP practice on behalf of the diabetes prevention team. To book an appointment, please contact the diabetes prevention team directly. Their contact details will be available on your letter.

There are morning or afternoon clinics available at a number of locations across Swansea and Neath Port Talbot.

If you previously received a letter and didn’t make an appointment, it’s not too late to book in now.

You can find more information about the service and how it’s helping patients here: https://sbuhb.nhs.wales/news/swansea-bay-health-news/patients-educated-and-supported-to-help-prevent-developing-diabetes/

17/11/2025

17/11/2025

14/11/2025

📢 Do you have hearing problems, tinnitus or problematic wax?

Did you know, you can phone your GP surgery’s telephone triage system and book directly to see the primary care audiology team at the designated clinic at Clydach Primary Care Centre.

Find more information here: https://sbuhb.nhs.wales/news/swansea-bay-health-news/audiology-service-transformation-means-quicker-specialist-access-for-patients/

14/11/2025

COVID-19 is a very infectious respiratory disease which can cause serious illness in people who have a severely weakened immune system (severe immunosuppression).

This autumn/winter, we are offering an extra booster dose of the Covid-19 vaccine to individuals aged 6 months and over who have severe immunosuppression. This includes those who had or have:

• blood cancers (such as leukaemia or lymphoma)
• lowered immunity due to treatment (such as high dose steroid medication, biological therapy, chemotherapy, radiotherapy)
• lowered immunity due to inherited disorders of the immune system
• an organ or bone marrow transplant
• diseases and treatments that affect the immune system

If you are unsure if you require an additional dose of the vaccine between October 2025 – January 2026, speak to the specialist involved in your care or alternatively contact your GP surgery.

For individuals about to receive planned immunosuppressive treatment, vaccination should take place 2 weeks before immunosuppressive treatment commences, or 2 weeks after the period of immunosuppression. Your specialist will be able to advise you on this.

If you have recently become immunosuppressed, and not previously received a COVID-19 vaccine, your specialist or GP may refer you for vaccination.

Further information about the autumn/winter 2025 COVID-19 booster vaccine, and immunosuppression, can be found on the following links:
https://sbuhb.nhs.wales/vaccinations-in-swansea-and-neath-port-talbot1/vaccine-information/covid-19-vaccinations-autumnwinter-2025/a-guide-for-people-with-a-severely-weakened-immune-system/

https://sbuhb.nhs.wales/vaccinations-in-swansea-and-neath-port-talbot1/vaccine-information/covid-19-vaccinations-autumnwinter-2025/

13/11/2025

🤔Did you know you can also receive your flu vaccination in a community pharmacy close to you?

85 of our 90 community pharmacies across Swansea and Neath Port Talbot are delivering flu vaccinations to eligible groups.

💉 The eligiblity groups who can receive their flu vaccine at a community pharmacy include:
• people aged 65 years and older
• people aged 17 to 64 in a clinical risk group (with certain long-term health conditions – please check if eligible)
• pregnant women
• frontline workers in social care settings (e.g. care homes or domiciliary care)

Some community pharmacies may use a booking system for delivering flu vaccinations, please check with your local pharmacy if you need to book an appointment.

Many community pharmacies are open during the evenings and weekends, helping you to receive your vaccination at a time that is convenient for you.

Please check with your local community pharmacy for their local arrangements.

You can find more information on the services available to you at your local pharmacy here: https://111.wales.nhs.uk/localservices/?s=Pharmacy&pc=n&sort=default

13/11/2025

Don't forget that every Friday the Swansea City Football Club Mental Health Hub is at the Swansea . com Stadium between 10am and 3pm - so why not pop in for a chat and a cuppa 🗣️

You'll get instant support for mental health, housing, finance & training. No barriers, no judgment - just help when you need it 💚

👥 Over 18s only

12/11/2025

Make sure you take a look at our cluster website where you'll find:

👉 Services and projects running within Cwmtawe Cluster
👉 Information about community organisations, groups and services available locally
👉 Self-help guides and resources where you can find help and support
👉 Tips and guidance on ways to improve your health and wellbeing

Find our pages here: https://sbuhb.nhs.wales/cwmtawe-cluster/

12/11/2025

Goldies Cymru are holding a Festive Singalong 🎶 at Hazel Court in Sketty on Monday 15th December 11am-2pm.
Share with anyone you know who would enjoy friendly company and a good singalong!
Everyone is welcome! 🥳🎵
For more info call 01761 470006 or visit www.goldiescymru.org.uk

11/11/2025

Free Strength & Mobility Classes for 50+

Wednesdays 3-4pm

3, 10, 17 December

Wednesdays 11-12

7, 14, 21 January

4, 11, 18, 25 February



Join us for Functional Strength & Mobility sessions designed specifically for over 50s. Improve your strength, posture, balance, and flexibility in a supportive environment.

Suitable for all levels – includes bodyweight, weights & resistance band exercises.
Registration essential – contact Anna thelonggamestrength@outlook.com

11/11/2025

Our rearranged Killay and Fairwood Circular walk takes place next Tuesday! Still spaces available, email emily.valintine@swanseacarerscentre.org.uk to register for next week, or for any of the walks listed below 🥾🍂