Denton Medical Practice

14/07/2026

14/07/2026

Drinking alcohol in the sun can increase your risk of dehydration, which can make you really ill.

Take care. If you're drinking alcohol this weekend, try to alternate each alcoholic drink with a glass of water. And choosing alcohol-free options is another great way to reduce your risk too.

Get more help and advice here: https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/eat-well/food-guidelines-and-food-labels/water-drinks-nutrition/

14/07/2026

Watch for your kit dropping through your letterbox.

If you remember Scott and Charlene's Neighbours wedding, the NHS bowel cancer screening kit is especially for you.

If you're aged 50 to 74, the NHS will send you a free bowel cancer screening kit every two years. It only takes a few minutes to complete at home and could help detect bowel cancer before symptoms appear.

When your kit arrives, don't put it on the side and forget about it. Complete it and send it back. It could save your life.

ℹ️ https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/bowel-cancer-screening/

24/06/2026

Heatstroke is a medical emergency – and with very high temperatures in parts of the country, it’s more important than ever to know the signs.

Find out how to spot it, what to do, and when to call 999.

➡️ https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/heat-exhaustion-heatstroke/

09/06/2026

Strike action starts from 7am Monday 15 June and runs until 7am Friday 19 June. Some NHS services will be affected.

You will be contacted if your appointment needs to be changed.

Please continue to come forward for the care you need

22/05/2026

It's now easier than ever to check, record or update your organ donation decision.

Just open the NHS App...

Right now, 8,200+ people are on the transplant waiting list, the highest number on record. And 9 in 10 families say yes to donation when they know it was what their loved one wanted.

A simple tap could make all the difference.

1) Open the NHS App.
2) Tap the banner on the homepage or go to your account settings and take a minute to record your wishes.
3) Sit back and relax.

It could be the most important thing you do today.