Bryngwyn Surgery

11/01/2026

10/01/2026

As a result of sustained pressure and risk throughout the hospital system over the last week, we have declared a Critical Incident this afternoon.

We have taken this decision as our services are currently experiencing exceptional demand due to a combination of increased emergency attendances of very sick patients and an increase in the number of patients who are delayed in hospital awaiting discharge.

We continue to ask for your support by only attending if it is life threatening, or you have a very serious injury.

If you need medical help, please think carefully about the services you choose. Choosing the right place to receive advice and care will help us ensure that our Hospitals are not overwhelmed and enable us to provide timely treatment for patients most in need.

Please consider visiting your local pharmacy, your GP, visit https://orlo.uk/oW1W1 or call NHS 111 for advice. You can also ring 111 if you need to access urgent primary care when your own GP surgery is closed.

Our Minor Injury Units treat a range of injuries, such as:
- Limb injuries, which include broken bones (fractures) and minor joint dislocations
- Wounds, grazes, & minor burns
- Head injuries, provided there is no loss of consciousness or taking blood thinning drugs
- Face injuries, provided there is no loss of consciousness

Find your nearest Minor Injury Unit: https://orlo.uk/1sNK3

You can also find the details of alternative services by visiting our online Gwent Health Guide: https://orlo.uk/j6YV5

Thank you for your ongoing support in these challenging times for our NHS. We will keep you updated over the coming days.

09/01/2026

can be fatal.

Do you know its symptoms?
🔴 Rash that starts on the face and spreads over the body
🔴 Fever
🔴 Cough
🔴 Red and watery eyes
🔴 Small white spots inside the cheeks

Seek health care if you suspect you or your child has measles: https://zurl.co/2ilGc

09/01/2026

Now you know how to pronounce it, learn how you can protect your teen from this life-threatening infection. (30 second read)

Meningococcal disease is the term used to describe two major illnesses – meningitis and sepsis.

The MenACWY vaccine is offered to all young people aged 13/14 (school year 9) at the same time as the 3-in-1 Teenage Booster - which protects against Tetanus, Diphtheria and Polio.

Once you receive the consent form, returning it to school is the first step towards protection against four causes of meningitis and sepsis, as well as Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Polio.

1 consent form • 2 vaccines • protection against 7 diseases.

🔗 Click the link in the comments for more info, or to download the consent form now.

09/01/2026

A yellow weather warning for ice has been issued for Newport tonight ❄️

For more information visit the Met Office website 👉 https://weather.metoffice.gov.uk/warnings-and-advice/uk-warnings #?date=2026-01-09&id=208b0424-59df-4dd3-bc12-e1d03c744573

09/01/2026

🤒 Feeling under the weather? Your local Pharmacy is here to help!️

Get support on managing a range of seasonal health concerns at your local pharmacy this winter - all without the need for a GP appointment.

Pharmacies can provide:
✔️ Free advice and treatment for 26 common conditions through the Common Ailments Service, including sore throats, dry skin, eczema, and cold sores
✔️ Guidance on managing coughs, colds, sinus problems and flu symptoms at home

Winter is a busy time for community pharmacies, so if you’d like to be seen under the Common Ailments Service, it’s best to call ahead and book an appointment.

Find out more: https://orlo.uk/Xi7Ie

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=

08/01/2026

The surgery will be 'going live' with electronic prescriptions on Tuesday 13th January.
We do not anticipate any delays to our usual prescription processing times; however, we would appreciate your understanding while our staff familiarise themselves with this new way of working.
If you have any concerns, please do not hesitate to contact the surgery.

02/01/2026

Over the Christmas period, hospital demand and winter pressures mean we need more blood donations than we're able to collect 🩸

There are 435 appointments still available before the end of next week! 📆

Can you help?

Kick start 2026 in the best way possible 👉 www.wbs.wales/NY2026

02/01/2026

Happy New Year! 🎉 Making resolutions for 2026? Here's one that could save up to 9 lives: make a pledge to give blood at least 3 times this year.

That's 9 people who get more time with the people they love – and your donation helps make that possible. ♥️

Lock it in. Add your appointment reminders to your 2026 calendar.

Not registered yet? Sign up today: https://ow.ly/TFJA50XQuZa

02/01/2026

A vaccination programme to protect young children against chickenpox is being rolled out in Wales from today 🛡️.

All children aged 12 to 18 months across the UK will be offered a vaccine for chickenpox - also known as Varicella – for the first time.

The vaccine will be offered in a two-dose programme at 12 and 18 months of age using a combined MMRV (measles, mumps, rubella and varicella) vaccine.

A catch-up programme for older children up to six-years-old will be offered later in the year.

Read more here: https://phw.nhs.wales/topics/immunisation-and-vaccines/mmr/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=public+health+wales&utm_term=01774776-ae2d-41e2-864f-bbf24c4dd298&utm_content=&utm_campaign=

23/12/2025

Why Home First? Recovering at home after a hospital stay reduces the risk of physical and mental health problems associated with time spent in a hospital bed. It also helps speed up your recovery.

Learn more at: https://orlo.uk/oPFm4