Tylorstown Group Practice / Ynyshir Medical Centre

26/03/2026

🌼 Order Your Prescriptions in Time for the Easter Holidays! 🐣
With the Easter Bank Holiday approaching, please make sure you order your repeat prescriptions early to avoid running out while the practice is closed.
⏰ Recommended ordering times:

Please order before Friday 28th March 2026 for anything needed over the Easter weekend.

📅 Easter Bank Holiday Closures:

Friday 3rd April – CLOSED
Monday 6th April – CLOSED
We will reopen on Tuesday 7th April 2026.

Please also remember that pharmacies may have reduced opening hours over the bank holiday period.
Planning ahead ensures you have all the medication you need.
💙 Thank you for helping us keep your care smooth and uninterrupted this Easter!

23/03/2026

Here is some data that illustrates some of the work we did in February 2026.

23/03/2026

🚧 Travel Update for Patients 🚧

Please be aware that four‑way temporary traffic lights are currently in place on Pontygwaith roundabout. This may cause delays when travelling to the surgery over the coming days.

If you have an appointment booked, we kindly ask that you allow extra time for your journey to ensure you can arrive on time.

Thank you for your understanding and patience.

If you are running late, please give us a call and we will do our best to help.
📞 01443 730169

23/03/2026

21/03/2026

Remember to order your repeat prescription in time for the Easter holidays.

20/03/2026

We understand that young people, parents, and families may be worried following the recent meningitis outbreak in Kent.
We encourage everyone to take a moment to learn the signs and symptoms of meningitis and sepsis, and to check that vaccinations are up to date.
Find the latest updates and more information about meningitis vaccines here: https://ctmuhb.nhs.wales/.../update-following-the.../

We understand that young people, parents, and families may be worried following the recent meningitis outbreak in Kent.

We encourage everyone to take a moment to learn the signs and symptoms of meningitis and sepsis, and to check that vaccinations are up to date.

Find the latest updates and more information about meningitis vaccines here: https://ctmuhb.nhs.wales/patient-advice/update-following-the-meningitis-outbreak-in-kent/

17/03/2026

Protected Learning Time – Surgery Half Day Closure
Protected learning time (PLT) is about improving patient care by providing a dedicated learning time for healthcare professions away from their busy day-to-day primary care work. PLT is also an opportunity for practice staff to address their own learning and professional development needs.
Tylorstown Group Practice will be closed from 13:00 – 18:30 on Thursday 19th March 2026.
The surgery will re-open at 8am on the Friday.
For Medical Emergencies that cannot wait until the surgery re-opens please call the surgery number to obtain the on call service number.

24/02/2026

Repeat Prescriptions – Patient Information

At Tylorstown Group Practice, we aim to provide a safe, efficient repeat prescribing service in line with guidance from NHS Wales.

How to Order Your Repeat Prescription
You can request your repeat medication in the following ways:
✅ Online (via the NHS Wales App or our online system)
✅ In writing (using your repeat slip or a written request)
✅ Through your nominated pharmacy

❌ We do not normally take repeat prescription requests over the phone.

How Long Does It Take?
Please allow 2 working days (excluding weekends and bank holidays).

Order your medication in good time and before you run out.

Important Information
Only medications listed on your authorised repeat list can be ordered this way.
Some medicines require regular reviews or blood tests before they can be reissued.
If your medication review is overdue, we may contact you before issuing further prescriptions.

Medication Reviews
All patients on repeat medication need regular reviews to ensure medicines remain safe and effective.
You may be invited for:
A GP, nurse, or pharmacist appointment
A blood test
A blood pressure check
Please attend when invited to avoid delays with your prescriptions.

Early or Late Requests
Requests made too early may be queried.
If you request medication after your review date has passed, you may receive a limited supply until you are reviewed.

Controlled Drugs
Certain medicines (such as strong painkillers) are issued in limited quantities and require regular review.
Identification may be required when collecting these prescriptions.

Help Reduce Medicines Waste
Please:
Only order what you need
Check your medication before requesting
Let us know if you have stopped taking any medicine
Unused medicines should be returned to your pharmacy.

Questions?
If you have any queries about your medication or repeat prescriptions, please contact the practice during normal opening hours.