Houghton Medical Group

17/06/2026

While many of us look forward to the England game, major sporting events can bring increased fear and risk for people experiencing domestic violence or abuse.

If it's happening to you, or you're worried about someone else, help is available. And you don’t have to wait for an emergency to get help.

Find out how to get support, and spot the signs of domestic violence.

Visit https://nhs.uk/live-well/getting-help-for-domestic-violence/

15/06/2026

1 in 5 women say embarrassment would stop them going for breast screening, and many don’t even talk about it with their friends or loved ones. It’s time to change that. Screening can find cancer before you notice any signs.

Find out more 👉 rebrand.ly/qhytnaf

15/06/2026

Pancreatic cancer can be hard to spot as symptoms can often come and go to begin with. If you notice anything unusual for you it's important to speak to your GP. Early diagnosis saves lives.

Find out more from Pancreatic Cancer UK 👉 bit.ly/3scGxjc

15/06/2026

🧠💚 If you’re struggling with your mental health today and feel like you need to speak to someone urgently, please don’t sit with it alone.

Help is available.

📞 Call 111 and select the mental health option (or ask for urgent mental health support) to be connected to the right service in your area.

Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, anxious, in crisis, or simply not coping, you deserve support.

You do not have to reach breaking point before asking for help.

Please reach out to someone you trust, a friend, family member, colleague, or a professional.

Most importantly, remember this:

You are not alone. There are people ready to listen, support and help you through today. 💚

If someone you know is struggling, share this with them. One conversation could make all the difference.

09/06/2026

Being very overweight and smoking can increase your risk of gallbladder cancer. It may be a rare cancer, but prevention is better than cure.
Get help and support to a healthier lifestyle 👉 nhs.uk/better-health/

Take steps to improve your health. Lose weight, boost your mood, get active and quit smoking with Better Health. Try our free NHS tools and tips to get you started.

09/06/2026

If you provide unpaid care to someone, Carers Week is for you! Learn about your rights as a carer in our advice article: https://bit.ly/4p1neVs

08/06/2026

Alcohol increases your risk of cancer—and it can be high in calories too.
Extra weight also raises your cancer risk. ⚠️
Check what your weekly drinks add up to using the World Cancer Research Fund calorie calculator 👉 bit.ly/4jZFV9O

08/06/2026

Staying vigilant about your health will help you recognise more easily when something isn't right. Thyroid cancer symptoms can be subtle so don't ignore the signs, the most common of which is a painless lump in your neck. Early diagnosis saves lives! Find out more from Cancer Research UK 👉 bit.ly/47r3jqY

07/06/2026

For many survivors, this day represents far more than a date on the calendar. It is a celebration of life, hope, and the precious gift of a second chance. It is a reminder of the battles fought, the obstacles overcome, and the moments that may once have seemed impossible to reach.

While cancer has taken far too many lives and left countless families grieving, it has never taken away our determination to keep fighting. Together, we continue to raise awareness, support research, and stand beside those currently facing their own cancer journey. Through every challenge, we hold on to hope—hope for better treatments, hope for more survivors, and hope for a future free from cancer.

Today, we also remember and honour those who are no longer with us. Their memories live on in our hearts and strengthen our commitment to continue the fight in their name.

Cancer survivors are living proof that strength can shine through even the darkest times. Their courage, perseverance, and positive spirit inspire us to keep moving forward, to cherish every moment, and to never give up hope.

On National Cancer Survivors Day, we celebrate every survivor, remember every life touched by cancer, and stand united in the belief that together we are stronger than this disease.

Cancer Survivors Day7th June 2026

05/06/2026

Worried about bladder cancer? Print off this handy symptoms guide from . Pass it on to friends and loved ones too. Early diagnosis saves lives. 👉 rebrand.ly/09b7vg4