Church View Surgery

19/06/2026

Cervical screening can save lives 💙

Cervical screening (previously called a smear test) is a quick and simple test that checks the health of your cervix and helps prevent cervical cancer 👍

It’s offered to women and people with a cervix aged 25 to 64, with invitations sent every 5 years 📅

The test doesn’t check for cancer itself – it looks for a virus called HPV, which can cause changes to the cells in your cervix. These changes can be treated early to stop cancer developing 💉

At your appointment, a small sample of cells is taken from your cervix by a nurse or doctor. It only takes a few minutes, and you’ll be supported throughout to make you as comfortable as possible 🤝

Even if you feel well and have no symptoms, it’s important to attend your screening when invited – it’s one of the best ways to protect your health 💙

Find out more:
Cervical screening: https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/cervical-screening/

18/06/2026

Looking for a simple way to boost your health and support a good cause?

Taking part in a walking challenge like “My WALK IT” can help improve your physical and mental wellbeing – while also raising awareness of Crohn’s and Colitis. 🚶

You don’t need to be an athlete – you can pick your distance and choose to do it in a day, a few weeks or the whole month of June. Every step you take is one towards a future free of IBD

Join here:
https://crohns-colitis-uk.sync.giving/mywalkit-2026/?utm_source=Social+Media&utm_medium=Post&utm_campaign=My+WALK+IT&utm_id=Redmoor+Health

18/06/2026

PLEASE READ - We are currently experiencing a widespread internet outage affecting our phone and computer systems, including access to Anima. As a result, we are unable to answer calls or process online requests at this time. If your request is urgent, please contact NHS 111. Our IT provider is actively working to resolve the issue as quickly as possible. We apologise for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience.

17/06/2026

🌼 Wednesday Feedback Focus 🌼

We're proud to receive feedback from patients in May, describing our team as:

⭐ "Professional and reassuring"
⭐ "Friendly, caring and helpful"
⭐ "Quick to respond and provide the right level of care"
⭐ "Easy to book an appointment"
⭐ "Listened to and reassured by the doctor"

Patients have also praised our same-day appointments, clear advice, and the support provided by our clinical and reception teams. 💙

Have you recently visited us? We'd love to hear about your experience. Your feedback helps us celebrate what's working well and identify where we can improve.

Share your thoughts here:
👉 https://churchviewsurgery.nhs.uk/contact/friends-and-family-test-feedback-form

17/06/2026

Know your skin. It could save your life 💙

Skin cancer is one of the most common cancers in the UK, but spotting the signs early can make a big difference to treatment and outcomes 👍

A helpful way to check your moles is the ABCDE checklist:
• A – Asymmetry: one half doesn’t match the other
• B – Border: edges are irregular, ragged or blurred
• C – Colour: uneven or multiple shades
• D – Diameter: larger than 6mm (about the size of a pencil eraser)
• E – Evolving: changing in size, shape, colour or feeling (e.g. itching or bleeding)

You should contact your GP if:
• a mole becomes painful, itchy, inflamed, bleeding or crusty
• you notice a new or unusual mark or lump that doesn’t go away
• a mole changes or looks different from others

Melanoma can appear anywhere on the body, not just sun-exposed areas, so it’s important to check your skin regularly 👀

Find out more:
Melanoma skin cancer: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/melanoma-skin-cancer/
Non-melanoma skin cancer: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/non-melanoma-skin-cancer/what-is-non-melanoma-skin-cancer/

16/06/2026

16/06/2026

We Need Your Feedback – CQC Inspection on Tuesday 23rd June.

Our practice is being inspected by the CQC next Tuesday. They have given us a QR code so patients can share their views directly with the inspection team.

If you have used our services recently, we would be grateful if you could scan the code or use the link below to complete the short survey.

We would appreciate it if you could take a moment to share your experience.

Thank you for your support.

https://www.cqc.org.uk/give-feedback-on-care

15/06/2026

‼️We are currently experiencing an issue with our phone system, please bear with us as we try and solve this as soon as we can. Thank you for all your patience as we sort this and we apologise for the delays with reaching your calls. ‼️

15/06/2026

Men’s Health Week is a great time to learn more about cancers that only affect men 💙

Some cancers specifically affect men, including prostate, testicular and pe**le cancer. These cancers develop in parts of the male reproductive system and can affect people at different stages of life 👨‍⚕️

For example:
• Prostate cancer starts in the prostate gland and is the most common cancer in men in the UK
• Testicular cancer often affects younger men and may present as a lump or swelling
• Pe**le cancer is rare but can develop on or under the fo****in

Treatments can vary depending on the type and stage of cancer, but may include surgery, radiotherapy or chemotherapy, with support available throughout 💙

It’s important to know your body and speak to a healthcare professional if something doesn’t feel right. Early detection can make a big difference 👍

This message is inclusive of trans women and non-binary people (assigned male at birth), who can also be affected by these cancers and should feel supported to seek advice 💙

Find out more:
Men’s cancers information: https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/mens-cancer

14/06/2026

❤️ Give blood. Save lives.

Donating blood is one of the simplest ways you can make a life-saving difference. Every donation can help patients in emergencies, during surgery, or those living with long-term conditions 💉

It’s quick, safe and takes around an hour, but the impact can last a lifetime. In fact, one donation can help save up to three lives 🙌

Most people aged 17–65 who are fit and healthy can donate, and you’ll be fully supported through the process to make sure it’s safe for you and the patient 👍

Blood is always in high demand, and new donors are needed all the time to make sure there’s enough for everyone who needs it 💙

Ready to make a difference?

Find out more and register:
Give blood: https://www.blood.co.uk/