Oakfield Street Surgery

05/01/2026

Thinking about your drinking in 2026?

Are you thinking about reducing your alcohol intake as part of your New Year’s resolutions, or considering taking part in an alcohol-free challenge, like Alcohol Change UK’s Dry January©?

Check out ABUHB’s Living Well page https://abuhb.nhs.wales/hospitals/staying-well-and-healthy/living-well/ to find out about alcohol, the benefits of cutting down and where to go if you’d like to access local support. It also has information about Alcohol Change UK’s Try Dry © app, which can help you track your alcohol units, savings, energy levels and much more.

You can find out more about Alcohol Change UK’s Try Dry app and their Dry January challenge on their website https://eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Falcoholchange.org.uk%2Fhelp-and-support%2Fmanaging-your-drinking%2Fdry-january%2Fget-involved%2Fthe-dry-january-app&data=05%7C02%7CYvonne.Minett%40wales.nhs.uk%7C7f0171c22e244cb8360a08de415d59d3%7Cbb5628b8e3284082a856433c9edc8fae%7C0%7C0%7C639020066405655285%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=vtA4j7WxZgIDp9lEwhsAbgNhpnJ%2BUCeHloOPBfBPQL8%3D&reserved=0. We’ve also attached one of their posters promoting their campaign. If you’re thinking of taking part, why not download the app and sign up today, so you’re ready to start on January 1st?

If you think you may be dependent on alcohol, it’s important you don’t reduce your drinking without first speaking to your GP or GDAS, the free, confidential, alcohol support service in Gwent.

18/12/2025

If you are in need of urgent mental health support, call 111 and press option 2 for free urgent help, 24 hours a day.

Whether it’s day or night, the 111 (press option 2) service will have specially-trained, local mental well-being practitioners ready to answer your call.

17/12/2025

Have your your say.....
on the future arrangements for Stroke Rehabilitation Services.

Aneurin Bevan Health Board are now at the half way point of their twelve week engagement exercise to help shape the future arrangements of stroke rehabilitation services in the area.

The engagement will continue to run until Friday 30th January 2026 and is an important opportunity for patients, carers, local residents, staff, partner organisations and community groups to share their views, provide full feedback and help ensure that stroke rehabilitation services are meeting the needs of the local population.

Meetings have now temporarily paused for the Christmas period but the survey still remains open for you to put forward your views. The first session of 2026 will take place on:

Wednesday 7th January, 5.30-7pm,
Education Centre,
Nevill Hall Hospital,
Brecon Road,
Abergavenny NP7 7EG

You can complete the survey which can be accessed via the URL or QR code below

URL: https://forms.office.com/e/240EWsFa37

Please visit the webpage to find out more about the proposal and ask any questions of Health Board staff: Future Arrangements for Stroke Rehabilitation Services - Aneurin Bevan University Health Board
https://abuhb.nhs.wales/about-us/engagement/public-engagement-consultation/current-opportunities/future-arrangements-for-stroke-rehabilitation-services/

17/12/2025

Good afternoon,

With this year’s Christmas bank holidays fast approaching, we’re encouraging residents to order any repeat medication as soon as possible to ensure they have plenty to see them through the festive period.

As all GP surgeries and the majority of community pharmacies will be closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day, access to dispensaries will be extremely limited over these days and the pharmacy teams in Gwent are asking patients to prepare for their medication needs by ordering them at least a week in advance.

Anyone in need of urgent medical help over the Christmas period should visit the Gwent Health Guide to find where they can go for help: Gwent Health Guide - Aneurin Bevan University Health Board

https://abuhb.nhs.wales/hospitals/gwent-health-guide/

17/12/2025

08/12/2025

October Practice Data

Please see our practice data for the 23 working days of October. Please note that this data reflects notable variances compared to prior months.

These variances are primarily the result of operational changes made during October to facilitate our transition to a new clinical system.

We would like to express our appreciation to our patients for your cooperation and understanding throughout this process.

08/12/2025

Please see details below for Menopause, Nutrition and Lifestyle sessions that are being held.

These session are free to attend. Spaces are limited so secure your place by emailing heather.r.manson@wales.nhs.uk

03/12/2025

CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR BANK HOLIDAY PRACTICE CLOSURES🎅🎄

Thursday 25th December
Friday 26th December
Thursday 1st January

❗️Please ensure you order your repeat medication in plenty of time for these closures💊 ❗️

▪️If you need to see a doctor urgently over this period, please contact the 111 service

▪️In a MEDICAL EMERGENCY please dial 999

▪️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 Services Emergency Duty Team on 0800 328 4432

03/12/2025

🎄Please find the Community Pharmacies opening times for the Christmas period. 🎄

13/11/2025

Are you living with Long Covid, ME/CFS, Post Viral Illness or Fibromyalgia? Do you want to help create connections and improve services?

You can do this by joining the Symptom Management Service Co-Production Group. The group runs on the 3rd Thursday of the month and takes place on Microsoft Teams.

The next meeting is:
• Thursday 20th November
• 5pm – 6:30pm
• Microsoft Teams

If you are interested in being a part of our community co-production group, please email: abb.symptommanagementservice@wales.nhs.uk

07/11/2025

It's Mens Health Awareness Month and it's important to know how to check for testicular cancer

05/11/2025

Arthritis UK Cymru are excited to announce the launch of a new suite of virtual services.

They've created a fantastic line-up of free online sessions designed to provide vital information, education and support for people living with arthritis and musculoskeletal conditions, no matter where they are on their journey.

What's on Offer?

Physical Activity Classes: Chi-Me, designed for people living with arthritis and musculoskeletal conditions. Chi-Me is a gentle, Tai Chi-influenced exercise that can improve flexibility and muscle strength.

Information & Support Talks: These peer-supported sessions run Monday-Friday and allow people to gain insight into specific topics related to their condition in a supportive environment. Topics include Managing Pain, Fatigue, our Mental Wellness designed in partnership with Mental Health https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/", and many more.

Self-management programme: Build on your confidence, knowledge, and skills to help you live well with your long-term condition.

They offer at least one session every weekday (outside of bank holidays), and the best part is they are completely free to join!

Booking and further information is on the dedicated webpage
https://www.arthritis-uk.org/information-and-support/support-and-resources/online-information-sessions/

To register or find out more:
Visit their website: https://www.arthritis-uk.org/information-and-support/support-and-resources/online-information-sessions/
Or email: AdultServices@arthritis-uk.org
Or Scan the QR code below