Glan-Yr-Afon Surgery Ltd

05/01/2026

31/12/2025

Just for information - Boots Tredegar is now open.

30/12/2025

29/12/2025

A heartfelt thank you to all our patients for the lovely Christmas wishes, cards, and the very generous biscuits and chocolates — they truly meant a lot to our whole team. 🎄🍫

This season is a time of reflection, as we remember patients who are sadly no longer with us and hold their families in our thoughts, while also celebrating happy news, including new babies and new beginnings.

Thank you for your kindness and for being such an important part of our community. Wishing you all a healthy and peaceful year ahead. ✨

29/12/2025

ALL GP Surgeries and the majority of community pharmacies will be closed on New Years Day (Thursday 1st January 2026).

EMERGENCY CONTACT NUMBERS:
If you need to see a Dr urgently, please contact the 111 service, please dial 111. In a medical emergency, please dial 999. If you are in doubt about dialling 999, please contact 111.

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 East Wales Social Service Emergency Duty Team on 0800 328 4432.

Please ensure you order all your repeat prescriptions in plenty of time.

Thursday 1st Jan 2026 (New Years Day)

From 11:00am - 13:00pm Well Pharmacy, Brynmawr Well-Being Centre, Blaenavon Road, Brynmawr will be open

From: 16:00pm - 18:00 pm Tredegar Health Centre Pharmacy, The Bevan Well-Being Centre, Park Row, Tredegar will be open.

HAPPY NEW YEAR! 🥳🎉

11/12/2025

Lets Talk EPI PENS..
Patients at risk of anaphylaxis must carry two adrenaline auto-injectors (AAIs) at all times and ensure they are easily accessible, not in school, checked luggage or a car glove box. The pens must be protected from light and extreme temperatures.
Key Carrying and Storage Advice
Always carry two pens: Medical authorities recommend carrying two auto-injectors at all times, as a single dose may not be sufficient or the first device might fail. A second dose can be administered after 5-15 minutes if symptoms haven't improved.
Keep it accessible: The EpiPen must be immediately available for use at the first sign of a reaction. Do not store one at home, one in school, at the bottom of a large bag or in an overhead locker on a plane.
Use the carrier tube/case: Keep the auto-injector in its original protective carrier tube or a dedicated medical carrying case to protect it from light and potential damage. Insulated cases are recommended for managing temperature fluctuations.
Maintain optimal temperature: Store the EpiPen at room temperature, ideally between 20-25°C (68-77°F). Avoid exposure to extreme heat or cold; do not leave it in a car, refrigerator, or freezer.
Regularly check the expiry date: Epinephrine loses potency over time. Check the expiration dates monthly and get replacements before they expire. Many manufacturers offer an EpiPen Expiry Alert Service via text or email.
Inspect the solution: Periodically check the viewing window. The solution should be clear and colorless. If it is cloudy, contains particles, or has turned pinkish or brown, it should be replaced.
Inform others: Make sure family, friends, colleagues, and carers know where the EpiPens are kept and how to use them with a trainer pen.
Wear medical identification: Consider wearing a medical ID bracelet or necklace to alert others to your condition and the need for an EpiPen in an emergency.
When Traveling
Carry-on luggage only: Always keep EpiPens in your hand luggage when flying; never put them in checked baggage.
Doctor's note: Carry a letter from your doctor or allergy specialist explaining why you need the medication, which can be useful for airport security and foreign medical professionals. The EpiPen website provides a travel certificate for your doctor to complete.

10/12/2025

WE NEED YOUR HELP!!
If we text you and ask you to make an appointment, repeat a blood test or let us know if you don't want a vaccine.. please do so! It helps us greatly, these task lists of 100's we just go around and around, texting and ringing the same patients for the same GP task over and over again. This takes massive man hours, keeping staff from answering phones, processing scripts and organising other patient appointments. PLEASE respond to your messages, voicemails and always ensure your contact details are up to date. Patient's sometimes forget to tell us they've changed their contact details, we can only advise you of abnormal results, review appointments outstanding or offer follow-up/vaccinations if we have your current details. THANKS IN ADVANCE FOR YOUR HELP. A very Merry Christmas to all our patients 🎅🎄❄️

26/11/2025

Switching to 56-Day Prescribing – Information for Patients

As part of our commitment to improving services for our patients, we are reviewing repeat prescriptions during your next annual medication review, or sooner if appropriate.

If you currently receive your prescriptions every 28 days, we may extend this to a 56-day supply, provided it is clinically suitable. This change follows guidance from the Welsh Government and aims to:

Reduce the number of times you need to collect prescriptions from the pharmacy or surgery
Free up time for GPs and community pharmacists to focus on patient care
Make repeat prescribing more convenient for you
Who Will Be Switched to 56-Day Prescriptions?

Most patients who take regular, stable medication will be eligible for this change. However, some patients will continue to receive their medication every 28 days, including:

Those prescribed controlled drugs or medications that require close monitoring (e.g. Methotrexate, Warfarin)
Patients on new or regularly changing medicines
Patients who use a compliance aid (e.g. dosette boxes or blister packs)
Patients who require Medication Administration Record (MAR) charts
Those who receive support from a carer for their medicines
Anyone the GP feels is not suitable for 56-day prescribing

What Will Change for Me?

If you're eligible:

Your repeat prescriptions will be issued every 56 days instead of 28
You will need to request your medication less often
Acute prescriptions (for short-term issues) will continue to be issued as needed
You do not need to take any action. We will review your prescription when it is next due and make the change if you are eligible. Please continue to order your prescriptions as normal.

What We Ask of You

To help us manage this process efficiently:

Only order what you need
Order your prescriptions 7 days before you run out, allowing time for processing and dispensing
Use electronic methods (online services or apps) to order your medication, where possible
Return any unused medicines to your local pharmacy for safe disposal
Please do not order your medication earlier than usual, as requests may be declined if it is too soon.

When Will the Switch Happen?

We will be switching eligible patients gradually over the coming weeks and months as prescription requests are processed. You do not need to contact the practice—changes will happen automatically.

If you believe you are eligible and have not been switched, we kindly ask for your patience. Due to high demand and resource limitations, there may be delays. Our priority remains ensuring that everyone receives their medications on time.

We hope these changes will make it easier and more convenient for you to manage your prescriptions, while also helping the NHS to use its resources more efficiently.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support.

19/11/2025

Who doesn't love a game of bingo right? Gwent Carers Hub have eyes down between 10am - 2pm on Weds 26th Nov 2025 🏠

19/11/2025

Gwent Carers Hub run a Carers Support Group every Monday from 10am-2pm, get involved!

19/11/2025

Gwent Carers Hub are running a fantastic day out for unpaid Carers on 10th dec 2025, still time to book! 🚌🎄