Poole Central Network - PCN

21/05/2026

🌟It's skin cancer awareness month this May🌟

Do you ?

✅ Check your skin and contact your GP if you notice new or changing moles or lesions.

✅ As we approach this lovely heatwave, remember to protect your skin from the sun with SPF30+ sunscreen. Did you know that more than 5 sunburns in your life DOUBLES your risk of melanoma skin cancer?

☀️Keep safe in the sun☀️

21/05/2026

Walk-in cervical smear clinic for Adam Practice patients.

Our next Walk-in Smear Clinic is on Wednesday 27th May, at our Upton Surgery, from 6:00pm-7:20pm. No need to book an appointment, just turn up!
Please note there may be a bit of a wait, depending on the number of attendees.

13/05/2026

Blood in your urine is the most common sign of bladder cancer.

You might notice blood in your urine just once, or many times. It could be a tiny spot, a few streaks, or it might change the colour of your urine completely.

However it appears, blood in your urine isn’t normal and should always be checked by your GP.

12/05/2026

Today we celebrate the compassion, dedication, and resilience of our incredible nurses. Your care makes a difference every single day.

From supporting patients through challenging times to keeping our services running smoothly, your impact is felt across every part of our community.

Thank you.

12/05/2026

We would like to invite you to our Lung Health Day on Wednesday 13th May 2026!
If you have a Long Term Respiratory Condition, drop in for a chance to speak to your Respiratory Nurses about your annual review, hear talks about living with your lung condition and view stands from Pulmonary Rehab, Lewis Manning, Help & Care and the Breathless Singers . Pneumonia and RSV vaccinations will be available for eligible groups, plus the chance to win a £25 shopping voucher!

01/04/2026

🟪 April - Testicular Cancer Awareness Month 🟪

Although testicular cancer is rare, it is more common in men between the ages of 25 and 40.

The most common symptom is a lump or swelling in your testicle, but other symptoms can include a heavy sc***um, a dull ache, discomfort or pain in your testicle or sc***um.

Although your symptoms are unlikely to be cancer, it is important to get them checked out by a doctor.

It's important to regularly check your testicles. It is usually possible to cure testicular cancer, but it is easier to treat when diagnosed early.

https://www.macmillan.org.uk/cancer-information-and-support/testicular-cancer/how-to-check

01/04/2026

🔹Bowel Cancer Awareness Month🔹

April is bowel cancer awareness month. When diagnosed early, 9 in 10 people survive bowel cancer. Knowing the symptoms is one of the most important steps in getting diagnosed at the earliest possible stage.

If you have any of the symptoms, make an appointment with your GP to get checked out.

If you're invited to complete a routine bowel screening test, it's important to take part.

19/03/2026

March is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. The symptoms of ovarian cancer can be vague, and can be linked to other less serious conditions. See your doctor if you have changes that are unusual for you or won't go away. In most cases, it won’t be cancer, but if it is, getting diagnosed early can make all the difference.

03/03/2026

Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month

Do you know the symptoms? These are also symptoms of lots of other conditions, but if they are persistent, severe or out of the ordinary it's important to get checked out with your GP.

03/03/2026

This month, more than 1,000 people will find out they have a brain tumour.

Greater awareness leads to earlier diagnosis💛

Some of the symptoms include
- headaches
- nausea
- vision problems
- seizures
- weakness and numbness
- speech difficulties
- cognitive changes