The Coach & Horses Surgery

15/04/2026

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR PATIENTS

We are still experiencing staff shortages with a GP off sick for the rest of the week. This will have a knock on effect to the amount of book on the day appointments we have.

Please consider utilising the common ailment scheme at your local pharmacy or call NHS 111 for general advice. If your matter is urgent there is a duty doctor in each day and your matter will be clinically triaged.

Apologies for any inconvenience caused
Thank you for your patience
C&H

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15/04/2026

IMPORTANT PATIENT INFORMATION:

Due GP sickness, we have less routine appointments available to offer today. We are aware that this is extremely frustrating for patients and we would like to apologise for this.

We do have an on call doctor on duty if your problem is urgent for today, alternatively your pharmacy maybe able to help you under the common ailment scheme.

Plese be respectful of our staff, abusive behaviour to any member of the Practice Team will not be tolerated under any circumstance.

The you for your understanding
Coach & Horses

14/04/2026

IMPORTANT PATIENT INFORMATION:

Due to staff and GP sickness, we have less routine appointments available to offer today. We are aware that this is extremely frustrating for patients and we would like to apologise for this.

Phone calls may take longer to answer due to shortage in reception, please bare this in mind when contacting us. Our staff are doing their utmost to help you.

Please be respectful of our staff, abusive behaviour to any member of the Practice Team will not be tolerated under any circumstance.

The you for your understanding
Coach & Horses

13/04/2026

April is Bowel Cancer Awareness Month.

Bowel cancer is one of the most common cancers in Wales, with more than 2,200 people diagnosed each year.

Recognising the symptoms of bowel cancer early can help save your life.

It’s important you contact your GP if you notice:
🔹Bleeding from your bottom
🔹Blood in your poo
🔹A change in how often you poo, or regularly having diarrhoea or constipation
🔹Unexplained weight loss
🔹Feeling very tired all the time
🔹A pain or lump in your tummy

These symptoms don’t always mean you have bowel cancer, but it’s important not to ignore them. Speaking to your GP as soon as you notice changes can help ensure you get the right support.

Research shows that 9 in 10 people survive bowel cancer if diagnosed at the earliest stage

👉To learn more about bowel cancer and screening in Wales visit: https://phw.nhs.wales/services-and-teams/screening/bowel-screening/about-bowel-screening/

13/04/2026

COVID and RSV clinics

Our apologies to those patients who have been booked in to the above this week.

Clinics were meant to start today, however resources have not reached us as yet to be enable this to go ahead.

Our staff have done their utmost to inform patients if their appointment had to be cancelled but again, apologies if we were unable to.

Thank you
Coach & Horses Surgery

11/04/2026

As part of the General Medical Services Contract in Wales, we are required to gather data on our practice activity to report to Welsh Government.

Below is a summary of the information we need to supply together with an explanation. However this is only a snapshot of the work that is covered by the team here at Coach & Horses Surgery.

Fel rhan o gytundeb Gwasanaethau Meddygol Cyffredinol yng Nghymru, mae’n ofynnol i ni gasglu gwybodaeth i Llywodraeth Cymru am weithgarwch y feddygfa.

Islaw, mae crynodeb o’r wybodaeth mae’n rhaid i ni ddarparu ynghyd âg esboniad. Er hynny, dim ond cipolwg yw hwn o’r holl waith sy’n cael ei wneud gan y tîm i gyd yma ym Meddygfa’r Coach & Horses.

Data for February/Chwefror

07/04/2026

Are you 75 years of age…

If so, you are eligible for the Covid 19 vaccination this spring.

We are now taking bookings for the Covid vaccination clinics. Please ring the surgery on 01994 230379/01994 427666 to book your appointment.

We are also sending text messages to eligible patients inviting them to book an appointment and there is a self book option in the text message so that you are able to book your appointment without the need to phone the surgery.

Clinics in St clears throughout April
Laugharne 13th and 20th April

02/04/2026

Choose the right service for your illness or injury this Easter.

From pharmacists, optometrists and minor injury units to mental health helplines and online support, there are many ways to access healthcare in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion and Pembrokeshire.

By selecting the right service for your illness or injury, you're not only looking after your health but using your NHS services responsibly. This then helps our staff treat and care for you appropriately.

Get the right care in the right place, there are many ways to access healthcare in Hywel Dda.

02/04/2026

Activities for the month of April at
Parc Dewi Sant

01/04/2026

If I run out of my prescribed medication and my GP surgery is closed – what do I do? 🤔

If you run out of your regularly prescribed medicine including contraceptives, our community pharmacies offer an emergency supply service.

Your local community pharmacy can provide a small supply, if appropriate, until you can obtain a prescription.

To find your nearest pharmacy, opening hours and what other services they can offer, visit

primary care

31/03/2026

31/03/2026

Covid-19 / RSV Spring Vaccinations.

Patients aged 75 and over will be eligible for this via the surgery.

Clinics start:

Laugharne Monday 13th April AM only
St Clears Monday 13th April AM/PM
Other dates also available

Important information:

🩼 If you have already received an RSV Vaccination you will NOT require a second dose.

🏠 Housebound Patients will be vaccinated by the health board who will contact patients directly to arrange an appointment.

Immunosuppressed patients will also be contacted directly by the health board to book their vaccination

☎️01994 427666 - Laugharne
☎️01994 230379 - St clears

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