Meddygfa Penrhyn

28/01/2026

PHONE LINES - update at 8.50am on 28/01/26

Phone lines are now working.

PLEASE NOTE - AS WE WERE USING A MOBILE, IF YOU LEFT A MESSAGE WE ARE UNABLE TO LISTEN TO THEM AND YOU WILL NEED TO CALL US BACK

If your call is not urgent please call back towards the end of the week.

Thank you for your undertstanding

28/01/2026

‼️The main phone line at Meddygfa Penrhyn is currently down due to an issue affecting the wider local area. The team is working to divert calls to a single mobile phone.

Please bear with the practice team during this time and only call if absolutely necessary so they can manage incoming queries as effectively as possible.

Thank you for your patience and understanding.

26/01/2026

❌️ PATIENT NOTICE ❌️

‼️ We are significant pressure today with GP staffing levels due to sickness.

If you are trying to book any routine appointments, request results, please do this on another day so the phone lines can be free for urgent queries.

Only URGENT queries will be dealt with today ‼️

15/01/2026

Stress can have a big impact on our day to day lives.
Self-care can help us find healthy ways to manage our stress and sometimes find a new activity that we enjoy.
If you're concerned about your mental health or that of a relative or friend, you can reach out to CALL 24/7 - Mental Health Wales
They are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year for support and signposting for those living in Wales
You can call, go to the website for information or use the emailing service
☎️ 0800 132 737
📧 CALL@helpline.wales
💻 https://www.callhelpline.org.uk
-NPC😊

14/01/2026

Norovirus (aka the winter vomiting bug) causes vomiting and diarrhoea. It’s unpleasant, but usually clears up in about 2 days.

Help protect yourself and others with these simple steps:

Do:
🧼 Wash your hands regularly with soap and water
🧽 Keep household surfaces clean
Don’t:
🚫 Share towels, flannels or toothbrushes
🚫 Eat raw or unwashed food

If you have symptoms of Norovirus, it’s important to stay home for 48 hours after they clear.

12/01/2026

For urgent mental health support call 111 and press OPTION 2.

For advice and support from a mental health professional 24 hrs a day, 7 days a week.

Healthcare advice you can trust. www.111.wales.nhs.uk

12/01/2026

An opportunity has arisen for a Clinical Secretary in Meddygfa Penrhyn. The role will support the GPs and designated medical staff and their teams with secretarial and administrative support.

You will be part of a large and diverse team and would be expected to work hours over Mon-Fri.

The post holder will be responsible for maintaining files both electronically and manually, be able to handle sensitive and confidential patient information.

You will have a range of duties and these are highlighted in the Job Description via the link.

Hywel Dda University Health Board have a range of job vacancies on offer within Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion and Pembrokeshire.

09/01/2026

Being a new parent can feel overwhelming, and there’s a lot to remember. Immunisation appointments are a key part of keeping your child healthy.

Here’s a simple roadmap to help you stay on track and help protect your little one 🩵🛡️

For more information visit 👇:
https://phw.nhs.wales/topics/immunisation-and-vaccines/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=public+health+wales&utm_term=222a7277-3014-4df4-8403-e0389e90f87d&utm_content=&utm_campaign=

07/01/2026