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Did you know you can self-refer to physiotherapy without consulting your GP first? If you have a North Manchester GP, are aged over 18 and are experiencing muscle or joint pain fill out the form to see a physio and save a trip to your GP➡️forms.office.com/pages/respo…
Calling all parents! 🧙♀️ Has your little one missed their flu vaccine? Join us for our Children’s Halloween Flu Vaccine Party! 🎃
🕷️ Tuesday 27th October
⏰ 11am – 1pm
📍 The Family Hub, inside Harpurhey Leisure Centre, Upper Conran Street, Manchester, M9 4DA
October is Black History Month in the UK, a time to celebrate the history, achievements and contributions of Black people and communities, both past and present💙
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❤️ World Heart Day – 29 September 2026
Today is World Heart Day, a great opportunity to raise awareness of the importance of looking after our hearts and taking steps to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.
Let's take small steps towards healthier hearts. ❤️
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🧡 Falls Prevention Awareness Week | 21–25 September
Falls can happen to anyone, but there are simple things we can all do to help reduce the risk of falling and stay independent.
Small steps can make a big difference. 💙
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💗 Sexual Health Awareness Week | 14–20 September
Many sexually transmitted infections (STIs) don’t cause any symptoms, so you may have an infection without knowing it. Getting tested is a simple way to look after yourself and your partners.
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🌬️ ASK ABOUT ASTHMA | 7–11 SEPTEMBER
This week is #AskAboutAsthma — a campaign supporting children and young people with asthma to stay well, active and in control of their condition.
If you have concerns about your child's asthma, speak to your GP or asthma nurse.
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🎗️ September is Blood Cancer Awareness Month.
Blood cancers include leukaemia, lymphoma and myeloma.
Be aware of symptoms such as unexplained tiredness, bruising/bleeding, weight loss, frequent infections, lumps or swelling, bone pain or night sweats.
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💊 Bank holiday reminder!
Please remember to order your repeat prescriptions in good time. GP practices and pharmacies may have different opening hours over the bank holiday.
Check your medication supply today and avoid leaving it until the last minute.
#NHS
💚 Your mental health matters
Small steps can make a big difference. Take time for yourself, stay connected, get enough rest and be kind to yourself.
If you're struggling, please speak to your GP or a healthcare professional. You don't have to manage things alone. ❤️
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🩺 HIGH OR LOW BLOOD PRESSURE — KNOW THE SIGNS
High blood pressure often has no symptoms, but can increase your risk of heart disease, heart attack and stroke.
Low blood pressure can cause dizziness, light-headedness, blurred vision, tiredness or fainting.
#BloodPressure #NHS
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🧠 Know the signs of meningitis. Act fast.
Meningitis can develop quickly and become life-threatening. Symptoms may include a high temperature, severe headache, stiff neck, sensitivity to light, drowsiness, vomiting and a rash that doesn't fade under pressure.
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Higher Blackley, Harpurhey & Charlestown PCN retweeted
People in Asian and Black ethnic groups are more at risk of liver cancer. Liver cancer is often diagnosed at late stage so it’s important to know the symptoms to look out for.
Find out more 👉 livercanceruk.org/news/sympt…
#EthnicMinorityCancerAwarenessMonth #LiverCancer
Higher Blackley, Harpurhey & Charlestown PCN retweeted
Spot potential signs of head and neck cancer
👉 an unexplained lump of any size
👉 red or white patches in your mouth
👉 a mouth ulcer
👉 a sore throat
👉 a croaky voice
👉 difficulty swallowing
See your GP if you have symptoms for 3 weeks or more
#WorldHeadandNeckCancerDay
ALT An older white man holding his neck and the words “Spot the signs of head and neck cancer” GET CANCER CLEVER
ALT an unexplained lump of any size red or white patches in your mouth a mouth ulcer a sore throat a croaky voice difficulty swallowing
ALT If you’ve had any of these symptoms for 3 weeks or more or speak to your GP. Spot the signs Get Cancer Clever
🌍 World Head and Neck Cancer Day
Speak to your GP or dentist if you experience symptoms lasting longer than 3 weeks, including:
👄 A mouth ulcer that doesn't heal
🗣️ A persistent sore throat or hoarse voice
🥣 Difficulty swallowing
🔎 A lump in the neck
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🌳 Looking for something fun to do with the family this summer? ☀️
Join Manchester’s Play Day 2026 for a FREE afternoon packed with activities for everyone!
📍 Boggart Hole Clough Park
📍 Charlestown Road, Manchester, M9 7DH
📅 Wednesday 5th August 2026
🕛 12:00pm – 3:00pm
The NHS is urging people in their 50s to complete lifesaving bowel cancer screening tests .
Bowel cancer screening is a test you do at home that checks for signs of bowel cancer.
Complete and return your kit.
✔️ Tick Off your bowel cancer screening.
Know Your Normal – Check Your Testicles Regularly 💙
Testicular cancer is the most common cancer in men aged 15–49, but it can affect anyone with testicles. The good news is that when found early, it is highly treatable.
💜 Disability Awareness Month – July 2026 💜
July is Disability Awareness Month, an opportunity to celebrate the strengths, achievements and contributions of disabled people while promoting understanding, inclusion and accessibility for everyone
#DisabilityAwarenessMonth
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This week is Alcohol Awareness Week, an opportunity to take a moment to reflect on your relationship with alcohol and the impact it can have on your physical and mental wellbeing.
#AlcoholAwarenessWeek #AlcoholAndMe #DrinkLess #HealthyChoices #NHS #PrimaryCare #Wellbeing
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