Birchgrove Surgery

03/06/2026

03/06/2026

📣 Please find our activity data for May 2026

You will see we have recorded 106 appointments as did not attend. We kindly request that you inform us at your earliest convenience should you be unable to attend a scheduled appointment.

Thank you for your continued support

Birchgrove surgery

03/06/2026

The Radiology Team at the University Hospital of Wales is currently experiencing a very high volume of telephone calls. Patients who wish to make an enquiry are therefore encouraged, where possible, to contact the department via email instead.

Although we understand that email may not be everyone’s preferred method of communication, using email helps the department respond to enquiries more quickly.

Appropriate enquiries by email include:

• Cancelling or rearranging appointments
• Checking waiting list times
• Confirming that referrals have been received
• Confirming appointment dates and times

Patients should include the following information in their email:

• Full name
• Date of birth and/or hospital or NHS number
• Current address
• Contact telephone number

Depending on the nature of your enquiry, please use the following email addresses:

• Ultrasound: [email protected]
• CT scans: [email protected]
• MRI: [email protected]

28/05/2026

Enjoying the sunshine? Here are a few simple ways to stay safe while you’re out and about ☀️👇

🕒 Stay in the shade between 11am and 3pm.
🧴 Use SPF 30+ sun cream
🌊 Be aware that open water may look inviting, but it’s still very cold
🧢 Wear a hat, sunglasses, long sleeves and loose clothes to protect your skin.
💧 Drink plenty of water.

20/05/2026

When life feels busy or difficult, taking small moments throughout your day to focus on your wellbeing really can make a difference.✨

Whether it’s a lunchtime walk, curling up with a cup of tea and a good book, or catching up with friends, it’s the small things that can have a big impact ☕📖🌿

Follow Hapus - For our mental wellbeing for everyday tips to support your wellbeing 💚

14/05/2026

Today is the start of Mental Health Awareness Week. We’re shouting loudly that great mental health care isn't just clinical, it's human. It’s the kind voice at the end of the phone when you’re worried about rent and too unwell to work. It’s the adviser who listens actively, rather than waiting for their turn to speak. And it's you reminding friends and loved ones that these contact details can save lives. Please share 💙

11/05/2026

Important notice for audiology patients: due to training, Audiology drop in repairs will be closed all afternoon on 13th May in University Hospital of Wales and West Quay medical centre.

We apologise for any inconvenience.

06/05/2026

* Please see our activity data for April 2026 *

01/05/2026

What is RSV? 🤔

RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) is a common virus that affects the lungs and airways. Almost all adults will get RSV at some point.

For most people, symptoms are mild and can include a cough, runny or blocked nose, sneezing, and feeling tired.

However, it can be more serious for some people, particularly older adults, pregnant women, infants, and people with certain health conditions.

Symptoms can then include wheezing, shortness of breath or a fever, and can sometimes lead to pneumonia.

Find out more about the vaccination and whether you’re eligible here 👇
https://phw.nhs.wales/topics/immunisation-and-vaccines/respiratory-syncytial-virus-rsv-vaccination-information/

01/05/2026