Tynewydd Pharmacy

09/10/2025

📌Free liver checks and advice near you!

Cwm Taf Morgannwg UHB's Hepatology team is running free liver health advice and testing at events across our communities next week.

Hepatology Advanced Nurse Practitioners will be offering fibroscans - a quick, painless, non-invasive scan that assesses the liver for any inflammation or scarring and looks at how much fat is in the liver. Results are provided at the time, and if further follow up is required, an appointment will be provided.

Free confidential testing for Hepatitis B & C will also be available.

Events will take place at the following venues:

Monday 13th October 2025. 10.00 am – 6.00 pm. Halo, Merthyr Tydfil Leisure Centre, Merthyr Tydfil, CF48 1UT

Tuesday 14th October 2025. 9.30am - 5.30 pm. Aberdare Library, Green St/High St, Aberdare, CF44 7AG

Wednesday 15th October 2025. 10.00 am – 6.00 pm. Halo, Bridgend Life Centre, Angel Street, Bridgend, CF31 4AH

Thursday 16th October 2025. 10.00 am – 6.00 pm. Tonyrefail Leisure Centre, Waunrhydd Rd, Tonyrefail, CF39 8EW

Friday 17th October 2025. 9.00 am – 5.00 pm. Rhondda Sports Centre, Ystrad, CF41 7SY.

This is a walk-in event - no booking required.

Liver disease is the third biggest killer in the UK, with many diseases that can affect the liver leading to chronic liver disease, cirrhosis, liver failure and potentially liver cancer.

Obesity, alcohol misuse and blood borne viruses are some of the contributing factors to the development of liver disease in Wales. Hepatitis B & C are blood borne viruses that spread from person to person by contact with infected blood and/or bodily fluids. Many people show no symptoms and therefore are unaware of their infection. If left untreated these viruses can lead to chronic liver disease.

Obesity increases the risk of developing fatty liver disease. Of the 25% of the UK population categorised as obese, most will have fatty liver disease and many will have scarring and inflammation that leads to cirrhosis.

Drinking alcohol within the guidelines and taking regular breaks from alcohol will help your liver stay healthy.

07/10/2025

🌍 World Mental Health Day – Friday 10 October 💚

Every year, World Mental Health Day reminds us of the importance of looking after our mental health and the need to invest in services that support it.

This year’s theme is ‘Access to services – mental health in catastrophes and emergencies’, highlighting the importance of being able to protect our mental wellbeing even in times of crisis.

To mark the day, Interlink RCT are hosting three drop-in events across RCT where you can find out more about the mental health and wellbeing support available in your area:

📍 Rhondda Sports Centre – 10am–2pm
📍 Aberdare Market – 10am–2pm
📍 University of South Wales – 10am–2pm

Go along, meet the friendly Wellbeing Coordinators, and discover local services and support to help you or someone you know.

Let’s make mental health a priority – together. 💚

Rhondda Wellbeing Coordinators

07/10/2025

📣 FREE to a good home!

If anyone would like to make use of our old glass fronted pharmacy counter, it is available free from Tynewydd Pharmacy on Gwendoline Street, Tynewydd.

Would rather someone make use of it than have to throw away! 🙏

Let us know 🤞

04/10/2025

This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, remember to look after yourself by knowing what to look out for. 💗

If you see or feel something different, talk to your doctor.

Get it checked, even if you have been for screening. ✔️

🔗 Click here for more information: http://phw.nhs.wales/services-and-teams/screening/breast-screening

There is also a wealth of information from a number of charity organisations, including Breast Cancer Now: https://breastcancernow.org

If in Doubt, Check it Out

27/09/2025

📣 Free, confidential counselling service for young people

Eye to Eye is a trusted service offering free, confidential support for individuals aged 10–30.
🧠 Counselling in schools, community settings, and online
💬 Support for issues like anxiety, bullying, anger, and more
👥 A team of friendly, experienced counsellors
🕒 Evening and weekend appointments available
📚 Free factsheets for young people and parents

Whether you're seeking support or know someone who is, Eye to Eye is here to help.
📞 Call: 01443 202940
📧 Email: info@eyetoeye.wales
🌐 Visit: https://bit.ly/4n99Ldd

25/09/2025

💊 World Pharmacists Day 2025 💊
Think Health Think Pharmacist

Today is World Pharmacists Day and we celebrate pharmacists everywhere for their expertise, dedication and vital role in keeping communities healthy 💚

24/09/2025

📣 We wanted to provide some clarity regarding Paracetamol use in pregnancy following claims coming from the USA.

📝 The Welsh Medicines Advice Service has issued a statement to clarify that “Paracetamol remains safe in pregnancy” joining the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency and many others in reassuring the public and healthcare professionals.

🤰It also provides us an opportunity to share a fantastic resource for expectant parents - Bumps (Best Use of Medicines in Pregnancy):
https://www.medicinesinpregnancy.org/leaflets-a-z/paracetamol/

Please feel free to check in with us if you have any concerns 😊

Diolch o galon,
Gareth 💚

//www.wmic.wales.nhs.uk/paracetamol-remains-safe-to-take-during-pregnancy/

The Welsh Medicines Advice Service would like to join other UK health organisations in reassuring the public and healthcare professionals that there is no robust evidence that taking paracetamol during pregnancy causes autism in...

21/09/2025

17/02/2025

A very frustrating day without an incoming phone line for most of the day, hopefully all resolved by the morning - please use 01443 547958 if there is any difficulty.

A special thank you to one of our wonderful patients today - these beautiful homemade Welsh Cakes (Picau ar y Maen in Cymraeg 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿) absolutely helped get us through the day!

Thank you so much, we really appreciate it 💚
Diolch o galon 💚