An increasing number of Practices are receiving communications from patients noting their ‘Dissent from secondary use of GP patient identifiable data’ either via a template letter, email or verbally. This … [continue] NHS Digital’s Notice on General Practice Data for Planning and Research
Support for people affected by Dementia in Cardiff
Please visit https://dementiafriendlycardiff.co.uk/ for Advice to help people live well with Dementia in Cardiff Find services and support in the city Advice and information for families Dementia-friendly events
Disruptions to MHOL
Server migration activities are planned for 16th June 2021, and during the day of migration My Health Online and EMIS Mobile may be unavailable to users between 07.30 a.m and … [continue] Disruptions to MHOL
Medical Photographs
PATIENT_GUIDE_TAKING_PHOTOGRAPHS_WITH_SMARTPHONE During the COVID-19 pandemic, the doctors may request that you forward photographs to them via text messages or emails. Here is a guide of how to take the … [continue] Medical Photographs
Contacting your GP remotely.
Prescribing of over the counter medicine is changing
Your GP, nurse or Pharmacist will not generally give you a prescription for over the counter medicines for a range of minor health concerns. Instead, over the counter medicines are … [continue] Prescribing of over the counter medicine is changing
Newly Pregnant
If you are newly pregnant please email [email protected] (this replaces the paper forms that are completed in the GP surgeries).
Information to patients regarding referrals.
You agreed with your GP or Primary Care Clinician that your problem needs to be considered by a specialist or a member of their team. You have now been referred … [continue] Information to patients regarding referrals.
Patient letter – Receipt of your referral in secondary care – ACCEPTED
“We have received a referral from your GP/Optician, because they would like us to provide a specialist opinion regarding your clinical symptoms. DR/MR\Mrs XXXXXX has reviewed the information provided by … [continue] Patient letter – Receipt of your referral in secondary care – ACCEPTED
Patient letter – Receipt of your referral in secondary care – ACCEPTED
“We have received a referral from your GP/Optician, because they would like us to provide a specialist opinion regarding your clinical symptoms. DR/MR\Mrs XXXX has reviewed the information provided by … [continue] Patient letter – Receipt of your referral in secondary care – ACCEPTED
How to self-manage your condition while waiting to be seen at the hospital.
You have been referred to the hospital outpatient department by your GP. Due to COVID-19 the hospital services will only be seeing those patients with the most urgent need to … [continue] How to self-manage your condition while waiting to be seen at the hospital.
Support for Carers
Do you care for Cardiff or the Vale of Glamorgan and are in search of help, advice and support. Cardiff and the Vale Carers Gateway can offer assistance during these … [continue] Support for Carers
Patient Notice – Parking
In a few weeks a modular building is going to be sited at the rear of the practice premises. The building will be an integral part of the practice, housing … [continue] Patient Notice – Parking
Walk in 1st dose vaccination
https://cavuhb.nhs.wales/news/home-page-news/bayside-mvc-to-operate-as-a-walk-in-centre-this-bank-holiday-weekend/?fbclid=IwAR1-HGCWHaT7opxcKPioKPxGTKVIPBL1MDEoPTjkWwUNkNaDK7aqUO9YjDQ Bayside MVC is open for 1st dose vaccination this weekend.
Getting a vaccine certificate for international travel
Request a certificate only if: you have had both doses of the COVID-19 vaccine (you should wait 5 days after your second dose before requesting it) you urgently need to … [continue] Getting a vaccine certificate for international travel
Cardiff and the Vale are facing a Covid emergency
Organisations on the frontline of Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan’s response to Covid-19 have come together to warn that they are facing an emergency situation as recorded cases of … [continue] Cardiff and the Vale are facing a Covid emergency
Keeping Well
Patients may also benefit from accessing the Health Board’s ‘Keeping Me Well’ online therapies resource, which features a range of information, advice and resources to support people to manage elements … [continue] Keeping Well
Stay well whilst staying at home
Please follow the link for access to a well being guide for older adults. stay_well_whilst_staying_at_home
Stay Steady Virtual Clinic
Have you had a fall in the last year? Do you need to use your hands to get up from a chair or ever feel unsteady on your feet? Does … [continue] Stay Steady Virtual Clinic
Face Covering Exemption Cards
Some people will be medically exempt from wearing a face mask. Please follow the link below to find out if this applies to you and for access an exemption card. … [continue] Face Covering Exemption Cards
Carers Events
Do you have any unpaid caring responsibilities? If so, be part of Age Cymru & Carers Trust Wales’ listening event. The National project between Age Cymru & Carers Trust Wales, … [continue] Carers Events
Macmillan Cancer Wellbeing Coordinator Service
In response to the current COVID-19 situation, the remit of this service is temporarily being extended to offer non-clinical telephone support to all patients (cancer and non-cancer). The Macmillan Cancer … [continue] Macmillan Cancer Wellbeing Coordinator Service
Statment in response to the media coverage
You may be aware of a recent Wales Online article. The press release was intended to highlight the significant premises pressures that the practices face.
CHC : Executive Committee Meeting
Executive Committee Meeting – Tuesday 10th of December 10am. Glamorgan Suite, Barry Memo Arts Centre, Gladstone Road, Barry CF62 8NA.
Reindeer Run
We have once again entered a staff team into the Reindeer Run. We would love to see some patients running alongside the team.
Appointments
Same Day Appointments We are able to over same day appointments to patients, who feel they cannot wait until the next routine appointment. To ensure that we work efficiently, the … [continue] Appointments
Patient Participation Group (PPG)
We are delighted to publicise the practice Patient Participation Group PPGs are about implementing real, positive change in their communities. Patients have long valued the relationship with their GP and … [continue] Patient Participation Group (PPG)
Veteran Support – Therapies4services
Therapies4services C.I.C. is a non- for profit organisation founded by Morwenna Pitkin. They provide a free non-judgemental, relaxing and caring environment, in a holistic approach to therapy; for people actively … [continue] Veteran Support – Therapies4services
Honorary Clinical Teacher awarded to Dr Hashmi
The practice would like to wish Dr Khurram Hashmi well-deserved congratulations on his award as Honorary Clinical Teacher. Dr Hashmi was awarded this title in recognition of his valued contribution … [continue] Honorary Clinical Teacher awarded to Dr Hashmi
Top tips from clinicians to empower parents of poorly children
Clinicians have recently developed some simple and effective leaflets to support GPs and reduce some of the pressures from parents asking for appointments for their children. The idea is to … [continue] Top tips from clinicians to empower parents of poorly children
