Kevin Thomas Pharmacy

17/02/2025

Did you know that you can get FREE medication for 26 common ailments at your local pharmacy?

The Common Ailments Service covers 26 everyday conditions and is available at all community pharmacies in Swansea Bay.

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

All you have to do is register with the pharmacy to be able to use the service, which only takes a few minutes.

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.

The 26 ailments covered are: acne, athlete’s foot, back pain, chickenpox, cold sores, colic, conjunctivitis, constipation, diarrhoea, dry eyes, dermatitis, haemorrhoids, hay fever, head lice, indigestion, in-growing toenails, ringworm, mouth ulcers, nappy rash, oral thrush, scabies, sore throat/tonsillitis, teething, threadworms, vaginal thrush, and verruca.

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

29/12/2024

During winter, the cold, windy and damp weather can all make existing health problems worse.

Find out how you can stay well this winter. http://www.nhs.uk/staywell

25/12/2024

18/09/2024

Stop smoking with Help Me Quit

25/03/2024

Don't let the Easter bank holiday weekend get in the way of your quit journey! 🐣

Ahead of the long weekend, get in touch with one of our experts for tips on managing withdrawal symptoms and preparing for trigger situations.

Call 0800 085 2219 today or visit helpmequit.wales.

25/03/2024

💊 With the Easter Bank Holiday weekend fast approaching, remember to order your repeat prescription in plenty of time so you don’t run out! 🐰

🗣️ Help us spread the word and remind your friends, family and neighbours too!

Not sure what the opening times are for your nearest pharmacy? Follow this link for more information - https://111.wales.nhs.uk/LocalServices/Default.aspx

Follow the link in our bio for more information!

29/02/2024

Check your risk. Don’t wait.

25/12/2023

Not everyone feels on top of the world at this time of year. But did you know there’s a Swansea Bay telephone service aimed at supporting mental health?

Call 111 Option 2 puts you in direct contact with a team of mental health professionals based at Neath Port Talbot Hospital. Just ring NHS Wales 111 and choose Option 2.

The service is available for anyone in Swansea and Neath Port Talbot with a mental health concern, including relatives.

Call 111 Option 2 runs 24 hours a day, seven days a week, offering a triage service, support, or signposting as appropriate.

25/12/2023

🎄🎅 If you need a pharmacist over the festive period, here are the Christmas 2023 and New Year 2024 pharmacy opening hours for Swansea & Neath Port Talbot areas: https://sbuhb.nhs.wales/urgent-care-out-of-hours/pharmacy-rotas/

13/12/2023

Don't forget to order your repeat prescription in plenty of time so you don't run out over the festive period 🎄

30/11/2023