Leeds (UK) community project aiming to increase awareness of and prevent long-term conditions across Leeds. Email us: [email protected] or DM.

Leeds, England
Joined July 2017
Interested in becoming a volunteer action team member? Get in touch & help save lives in your community! #CancerAwareness [email protected]
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If you are aged 40+, registered with a Leeds GP and have a cough that isn't going away. Go to any of the Leeds NHS hospitals sites for a free walk in chest x-ray! ❤ Early detection saves lives.
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Research has shown that for some people, a combination of lifestyle changes can reduce their risk of type 2 diabetes by about 50%. There are some factors that ⬆ risk of type 2 diabetes that you can’t change e.g. age, ethnicity and medical history. diabetes.org.uk/.../type-2-d…
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Monthly breast/pec check reminder! We recommend you look, touch & feel for any unusual changes to your breasts/pecs at least once a month. Everyone has breast tissue, so everyone should self-check. coppafeel.org/your-boobs/boo… If you notice any unusual changes, speak to your GP. ❤
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Have you had an NHS Health Check? People aged 40-74, without a pre-existing condition, are eligible and should receive a letter to book a free NHS Health Check every 5 years.☺ To book your appointment, speak to your GP. ❤ nhs.uk/conditions/nhs-health…
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Many people with high blood pressure feel fine, so it’s important to get your blood pressure checked regularly. If you notice any potential signs of high blood pressure speak to your GP or pop into your local pharmacy for a blood pressure check.❤
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#CervicalCancerPreventionWeek Cervical screening (smear test) isn't always easy. But there are some things you can do that may help make the appointment more comfortable. 📷 If you have received a letter about cervical screening, speak to your GP. 📷
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#cervicalscreeningpreventionweek! Are you yet to attend your cervical screening (smear test) & unsure what to expect? Watch this video, youtu.be/etyMF-ENIr0?si=ysNd…. Cervical screening checks the health of your cervix & helps find any abnormal changes before they turn into cancer.
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#CervicalCancerPreventionWeek Nearly all cervical cancers are caused by certain high-risk types of human papillomavirus (HPV). The HPV vaccine ⬇ your chances of getting human papillomavirus (HPV). Children aged 12-13 are offered the vaccine in school!❤ nhs.uk/conditions/cervical-c…
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#CervicalCancerPreventionWeek!🥳 If you notice any possible symptoms, it is important that you see your GP. Even if you have recently had a clear cervical screening. It is likely to be caused by something else, but it is always best to check.❤ eveappeal.org.uk/information…
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Monthly breast/pec check reminder! We recommend you look, touch & feel for any unusual changes to your breasts/pecs at least once a month. Everyone has breast tissue, so everyone should check. coppafeel.org/your-boobs/boo… If you notice any unusual changes, speak to your GP. 📞
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If you notice any potential signs of dementia in yourself or in people close to you, speak to your GP.❤ Although dementia has a common set of signs and symptoms, each type presents itself differently, and people may have some or all of them.
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If you notice any potential signs of diabetes, speak to your GP. Type 2 diabetes can go undiagnosed for years if you don’t have symptoms or your symptoms are missed. There are many reasons type 2 diabetes develops.❤ diabetes.org.uk/
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If you are aged 40+, registered with a Leeds GP and have a cough that isn't going away. Go to any of the Leeds NHS hospitals sites for a free walk in chest x-ray! ❤ Early detection saves lives.
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Cervical screening (smear test) isn't always easy. But there are some things you can do that may help make the appointment more comfortable. ❤ If you have received a letter about cervical screening, speak to your GP. 📞
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We're back! Happy New Year.🥳 If you are running events or community groups, get in touch with our team. ❤
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Today is our team's last day before they get a well deserved break! See you in the New Year! 🥳
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NHS breast screening uses X-rays (mammograms), to look for cancers that are too small to see or feel. Women & people with breasts, aged 50-71 will receive a letter every 3 years about their appointment.❤ If you have received the letter but are yet to attend call 0113 733 4974.
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1 in 8 men & people with a prostate will get prostate cancer at some point in their life. Check your risk in 30 seconds bit.ly/3yTBGpX, please share this link with friends & family members. If you are at risk, speak to your GP about prostate checks. ❤
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Have you had an NHS Health Check? People aged 40-74, without a pre-existing condition, are eligible & should receive a letter to book a free NHS Health Check every 5 years.☺ To book your appointment, speak to your GP. ❤ nhs.uk/conditions/nhs-health…
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If you notice any potential signs of bowel cancer, speak to your GP. These symptoms are often caused by other non-cancerous health issues, but it is always best to get checked.📷 bowelcanceruk.org.uk/
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