Cwmtawe Cluster

06/01/2026

January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month. If you are called for your cervical screening test, please don't ignore it.

Cervical screening is also known as a smear test. It is not a test for cancer. It looks for high-risk types of a very common virus called human papillomavirus (HPV).

Regular screening can reduce the risk of getting cervical cancer by 70%.

Cervical cancers which are found early are easier to treat.

Women aged 25-64 will be invited for cervical screening every 5 years.

Find more information here: https://phw.nhs.wales/services-and-teams/screening/cervical-screening-wales/about-cervical-screening/

05/01/2026

From January 6, enjoy 🆓 soup and a roll every Tuesday to keep warm this winter 😊

⏰ 11.30am - 12.30pm
🏟️ Swansea.com Stadium
👋 Everyone welcome

05/01/2026

Join us on the 16th January 10 - 12pm for a talk about coping strategies for grief and loss. All carers welcome - no need to book, just come along.

For more info email melissa@swanseacarerscentre.org.uk.

02/01/2026

Did you know if you are suffering with a sore throat you can be assessed and even treated, if needed, at your local pharmacy?

The sore throat test and treat service is now available in ALL 90 community pharmacies across Swansea and Neath Port Talbot.

Anyone over five years of age can use the service.

You must register for the Common Ailments Service at your pharmacy to be able to access it, which only takes a few minutes.

The pharmacist will carry out an assessment in a private consultation room and decide whether it is appropriate to swab your throat. If so, the result will determine if the sore throat is due to a bacterial infection.

If the test is carried out, you will only need to wait a few moments to receive the result.

Following the result, the pharmacist may provide treatment if it is necessary or they may offer self-care advice instead.

Community pharmacies may ask you to call back or advise you to book an appointment, so please check availability at your local pharmacy.

You can find more information here: https://sbuhb.nhs.wales/news/swansea-bay-health-news/popular-sore-throat-service-now-available-in-all-community-pharmacies/

01/01/2026

Is quitting smoking one of your New Year's resolutions? ❌

Help Me Quit offers free confidential and non-judgemental support from a friendly stop smoking expert.

✅ Support is either face to face, virtual or over the phone, either 1:1 or in a group
✅ Weekly sessions are tailored to meet your needs and monitor your progress
✅ Access to free stop smoking medication including ni****ne patches and one additional oral product such as gum or an inhalator

If you would like to refer yourself into the service, you can contact Help Me Quit on 0800 085 2219 or text HMQ to 80818.

01/01/2026

📢 Don't forget the next FIT Jacks programme starts next week!

FIT Jacks is a free 12-week health and wellbeing programme which combines information about healthier choices with free weekly fitness sessions which cater to your fitness levels.

The next group will start on Thursday 8th January at the Swansea.com Stadium between 6-7.30pm.

You can find more information and register here: https://book.swanseacity.com/fit_jacks

31/12/2025

Have you had a look at our cluster website yet? Discover:

👉 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/

30/12/2025

The Common Ailments Service covers 28 conditions and is available at ALL community pharmacies across Swansea Bay.

Pharmacists can offer free over-the-counter treatments for a number of ailments without the need to see a doctor first.

You just have to register with the pharmacy to be able to use the service, which just takes a few minutes.

The 28 ailments covered are: acne, allergic rhinitis, athlete’s foot, back pain, chickenpox, cold sores, colic, conjunctivitis, constipation, dry skin, diarrhoea, dry eyes, haemorrhoids, head lice, indigestion/reflux, ingrowing toenails, intertrigo, mouth ulcers, nappy rash, oral thrush, ringworm, scabies, sore throat/tonsillitis, teething, threadworm, urinary tract infection (UTI), vaginal thrush, and warts and verruca.

Each community pharmacy has a private room where the consultations are held.

During the consultation, the pharmacist will discuss your symptoms with you and decide whether it would be best to offer advice only, treatment or refer you to a doctor.

There’s no need to make an appointment beforehand, you can visit your local pharmacy to discuss their availability on the day. You may be asked to call back at a more appropriate time or directed to a neighbouring pharmacy.

You can find more information about the Common Ailments Service on our website: https://sbuhb.nhs.wales/community-primary-care/primary-care/pharmacists/

30/12/2025