Dixton Surgery

19/08/2025

‼️Please note the Surgery will be closed on Monday due to the bank holiday‼️

Ordered your prescription? 🤔 With the bank holiday coming up, now is the time to order your repeat prescription so you don’t run out over the weekend! 📱💊

18/08/2025

Our Symptom Management Service is an all age service for adults and children and young people living with Long Covid, Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Fibromyalgia Syndrome and other Post Viral illnesses.

12/08/2025

Have you or a loved one received outstanding care from a healthcare professional or team?

Do you know someone who has:

Gone the extra mile to provide exceptional service?

Shown outstanding compassion, kindness, and dedication?

Delivered excellent safety and quality of care?

This is your chance to say thank you.

The Patient Choice Award gives patients, families, and the public the opportunity to recognise the incredible individuals and teams who have made a real difference in their lives.

Help us celebrate those who go above and beyond every day to provide exceptional healthcare.

It only takes a few minutes to show your appreciation.

https://abuhb.nhs.wales/about-us/patient-choice-award-nominate-someone-who-made-a-difference/

12/08/2025

5 tips for coping with results day stress

Exam results day can be a stressful and emotional time, but it’s important to remember that your grades are just one part of your journey. They don’t define you, and they’re not the whole story.
As the big day approaches, try to stay calm and look after your wellbeing. These five practical tips might help you manage your emotions and stay grounded.
If you’re still feeling overwhelmed, SilverCloud Wales offers free, confidential online support for young people and parents. You're not alone.
Stay Positive
Keep a positive mindset. Remember that a single set of results defines neither your future nor your worth. Regardless of your results, remember to focus on your strengths.
Prepare for Different Outcomes
You can feel more in control by giving some thought to potential outcomes and sketching out a plan for each. Research options like retakes, different courses, or other career paths, and remember that there are often multiple ways to realise your goals.
Talk to Someone
Sharing how you feel can help alleviate stress, so talk it through with family, friends, or a trusted teacher. Don’t hesitate to seek professional help if your anxiety feels overwhelming. Seek out your college’s wellbeing team, or see below for information on instant access to NHS Wales’ online support programmes.
Stay Busy and Distracted
Engage in activities you enjoy to take your mind off the results. Exercise, hobbies, and spending time with friends can be great stress relievers.
Plan a Post-Results Day Activity
Arrange something fun or relaxing for after you receive your results - regardless of the outcome - to give yourself something positive to look forward to. Having plans can help keep your spirits up and provide a distraction from any stress.
SilverCloud® Wales provides a range of guided, online support programmes for help with mild to moderate symptoms of stress, anxiety, depression and more. If you’re a parent supporting an anxious child or teen, there’s help for you, too. There are no waiting lists, no need for GP referral and you will be allocated a coordinator to support you through your programme.

Find out more and sign up for free online:

SilverCloud Wales is a supported self-help service based on cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) for adults and young people aged 16+, and for parents and carers of children as young as 4.

05/08/2025

A 32-year-old mother has spoken of her gratitude after a local community pharmacist helped her recognise the early warning signs of sepsis - ultimately saving her life.

Florrie, who was visiting the area for a wedding, had initially sought help for a throat infection. She was seen by Kyle, one of the area's Prescribing Pharmacists, who had recently accessed materials from the Health Board’s sepsis awareness campaign. Having come across the campaign online and received the printed resource pack, Kyle was well prepared to act.

As part of her consultation, Kyle prescribed antibiotics for the infection and provided Florrie with a leaflet and symptom card highlighting the key signs of sepsis. He carefully explained what to watch out for and urged her to seek urgent medical help if her symptoms worsened or matched any on the card.

The following day Florrie’s condition began to rapidly deteriorate. Recalling Kyle’s advice, she contacted emergency services and raised concerns about the possibility of sepsis. Upon arrival at hospital, she was quickly diagnosed and treated for the condition. Doctors later confirmed that if she had delayed seeking help any longer, the outcome could have been much more serious.

Florrie has praised Kyle’s actions, "I want to acknowledge everything that Kyle did that ultimately saved my two young children from losing their mummy! I cannot express my gratitude enough for everything he did, when I’m sure he was ready to shut up the pharmacy for the day at 4.55pm on a Friday evening. Sepsis itself is so scary, and without knowing about pharmacy services and utilising Kyle’s experience, by the time I got home and saw my own registered GP on the Monday, it could have been too late".

Kyle said the experience had reinforced the vital role pharmacists can play in spotting potential health emergencies. “I’m just glad I had the resources to hand and could pass that knowledge on. Campaigns like this really do make a difference.”

Sepsis is a life-threatening reaction to infection and can be difficult to spot in its early stages. Prompt recognition and treatment are essential. The awareness campaign, which provides printed and digital materials to healthcare professionals, aims to improve public understanding and support timely intervention.

Knowing the signs of sepsis and acting quickly can save lives.

Signs of sepsis to look out for include:
Slurred speech or confusion
Extreme shivering or muscle pain
Passing no urine (in a day)
Severe breathlessness
It feels like you’re going to die
Skin mottled or discoloured

Sepsis is a medical emergency. If you or someone else shows signs, seek medical help immediately and just ask… “could it be sepsis?”

To find out more about sepsis, please visit: https://orlo.uk/Ti1li

05/08/2025

Free weight management support is available, please scan the QR code below.

23/07/2025

🩸The Welsh Blood Service have an upcoming session in Monmouth🩸Please see below for details:

21/07/2025

The Health Visiting Service run Well Baby Clinics that will regularly take place across the 5 borough's of Gwent. The Well Baby Clinics are available to service users of Aneurin Bevan University Health Board.The Well Baby Clinics are an opportunity to have your baby weighed and speak to a member of the Health Visiting Service about any concerns or questions you may have.

These clinics usually lasts for around 15-20 minutes and you will need to book a timeslot. As the name suggests, the Well Baby Clinics are for babies (and children up to age 4) who are in good physical health.

‼️To book a slot visit: Health Visitors :: Healthier Together ‼️

17/07/2025

👀 NHS Wales now offer free digital diabetes education for anyone with type 2 diabetes; find out what people have said about the program & sign up via www.mydesmond.wales 👀

16/07/2025

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A new breast screening video ‘Breast Screening – What to Expect’ is available.
This video shows the screening pathway from the point of invitation, to receiving results. It highlights the range of
support that is available to people accessing the service. It helps to raise awareness of screening and break down barriers to attendance, so people know what to expect when they come for
screening.

This short video helps people understand what breast screening is and why it is important. It shows the screening journey, including how a breast X-ray (mamm...

15/07/2025

👶🛡️ Protect your child from serious illness - make sure they’ve had their MMR vaccine.

The MMR vaccine is the safest and most effective way to protect children against measles, mumps and rubella. These diseases can spread rapidly and could lead to serious complications.

Since the MMR vaccine was introduced in 1988, these illnesses have become rare thanks to this vaccine, but outbreaks still happen when not enough children are vaccinated.

💬 Not sure if your child is up to date? Contact your GP or visit our Vaccination Centre - it’s never too late to catch up.

Find out more: https://orlo.uk/2egQa

07/07/2025

As schools break up and the summer holidays begin, many families feel the pressure to create that ‘perfect’ summer. But despite the sunshine and the endless stream of smiling snapshots on social media, the season can bring real mental health challenges for parents, students and young people alike.

The true cost of summer

It should be a time to recharge your batteries, but for many parents, summer becomes a financial juggling act. Days out, childcare, and the pressure to keep kids entertained all add up. A recent blog by Mental Health UK highlights how this mounting expectation can lead to stress, guilt, and anxiety. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by money worries this summer, our Space from Money Worries programme offers supportive tools to manage financial stress and its impact on your mental wellbeing.

Summer stress and burnout for parents

School holidays often mean parents must stretch themselves thin - balancing work, childcare, and the emotional needs of their children. Mind points out that this can result in heightened stress, fatigue, and feelings of isolation. SilverCloud’s Space from Stress programme is designed to help adults manage daily pressures, build resilience, and regain a sense of calm, even during the busiest months of the year. There’s no need to keep to appointments, and you can take your programme with you on your phone or tablet when you travel. Do it when and where you want.

Support for students and teens

The long break from school can be a double-edged sword for young people. Without the structure and social connection of term time, some students may experience a dip in mood, motivation, or self-esteem. Our Space from Low Mood and Space from Anxiety programmes for 16–18 year-olds offer flexible, digital support that’s designed to be discreet, relatable, and easy to use. We also provide specific support for parents through our Supporting an Anxious Child / Teen programmes.

If you’re a student looking for more practical ways to support your wellbeing this summer, check out these Best For You summer wellbeing tips from the NHS.

You're not alone

Summer holidays can amplify feelings of loneliness or worry - especially for those already managing mental health conditions. SilverCloud offers a wide range of evidence-based, online CBT programmes that you can access for free - anytime, from anywhere - through NHS Wales.

This summer, don’t struggle in silence. Whether you’re a parent under pressure, a teen feeling low, or a student looking for balance, SilverCloud is here to support you.

Explore the programmes today and make mental wellbeing a priority this summer:
https://nhswales.silvercloudhealth.com/signup/