Salford South East Primary Care Network

04/08/2026

We've found 20 different deals to help families save money during the school break with some offers just 88p! 🍽️

30/07/2026

Hot weather can affect your health in lots of ways. 🔆

Current Yellow Heat Health alerts mean temperatures could affect vulnerable people, including older adults, babies and young children.

If someone feels faint during hot weather it could be due to a combination of low blood pressure and dehydration. Help those who need support keep cool and stay hydrated. 💦

30/07/2026

The HPV vaccine helps prevent HPV related cancers in both boys and girls – these cancers include cervical, a**l, ge***al, head and neck cancers.

Since the vaccine was introduced in England, there has been a drop in the number of cases of HPV and it is expected to save hundreds of lives every year.

It’s important to sign your child’s HPV vaccine consent form when you receive it.

28/07/2026

28/07/2026

This is Ben from Denton.
He went to see his GP about a persistent cough that wouldn’t go away.
Ben’s doctor referred him for tests at Tameside Hospital which revealed cancer of the voicebox, also known as laryngeal cancer. He was transferred to Manchester Royal Infirmary who were luckily able to treat him.
Ben underwent a total laryngectomy — a major surgery that removed his voice box, followed by 25 rounds of radiotherapy and two 16-hour chemotherapy sessions.
He’s now doing well. He’s back at work and also volunteers as a patient representative for Greater Manchester Cancer Alliance.
We’re sharing Ben’s story to mark which takes place on Monday 27 July.
The main symptom of laryngeal cancer is having a hoarse voice for more than 3 weeks.
Other symptoms can include:
∙ A change in your voice,
∙ Pain when swallowing or difficulty swallowing
∙ Lump or swelling in your neck
∙ Long-lasting cough or breathlessness
∙ Persistent sore throat or earache
∙ High-pitched wheezing noise when you breathe
∙ In severe cases, difficulty breathing
∙ Some people may also experience bad breath, unintentional weight loss, or extreme tiredness.
If you have symptoms for more than 3 weeks that you are worried about, your GP wants to hear from you so please do make an appointment.
The chances are it won’t be cancer, but if it is then finding it early can make all the difference and help you to begin treatment sooner when it is more likely to be successful.
See the link in the comment to read Ben’s story👇

24/07/2026

If you're eligible, you can now get your free MenB vaccine.

MenB can cause serious illnesses like meningitis and septicaemia.

You may be eligible if you are:
✅ 17 to 18 years old and born between 1 September 2007 and 31 August 2008
✅ Under 25 and starting university or moving into residential further education for the first time

Eligible 17 to 18-year-olds born between these dates can book online if they’re registered with a GP in England. Eligible under-25s can get vaccinated at a participating pharmacy – no GP registration is needed.

You'll need 2 doses, given at least 4 weeks apart, for the best protection.

Find out if you're eligible and how to get vaccinated: https://www.nhs.uk/book-menb

23/07/2026

☕💬 What a fantastic couple of weeks of Brew & Chat across Salford!
Our community members have been learning, sharing and supporting one another across Swinton, Eccles and Pendleton.

• Received important updates on vaccine eligibility and staying safe during the recent heatwave
• Learned about dementia, brain health and local support services with a special guest from Alzheimer's Society
• Shared wellbeing tips, memories of Salford's past, and personal experiences
• Celebrated a participant's 60th birthday with friends old and new
• Enjoyed brain games, reminiscence activities and plenty of conversation over a brew

Brew & Chat is a welcoming space for people aged 50+ to connect, learn something new, make friends and support their wellbeing.
Why not come along and join us? Whether you'd like to meet new people, hear from guest speakers or simply enjoy a friendly chat and a cuppa, we'd love to welcome you.

☕❤️

18/07/2026

💼 Health and work are closely connected.

If a health condition is affecting your ability to work, return to work, or stay in work, support may be available through the WorkWell programme.

Dr Ambreen shares: "WorkWell is a free incentive programme designed to help people overcome health-related barriers to employment and improve overall wellbeing. Whether you need support to resume and maintain employment or simply want to feel complete confidence while working, Workwell can help."

To find out more about the support available, speak to a member of our GP practice or Wellbeing Matters Social Prescribing team.

💙 If you know someone whose health is affecting work, please do share this post. The support could help.

15/07/2026

July is a wonderful month to get out, enjoy the sunshine and spend time with others in your community.
Our July flyers are now ready, filled with neighbourhood activities, digital sessions and community learning opportunities to help you stay active, connected and confident.

Whether you prefer a relaxed session where you can meet others, want to learn something new, or simply enjoy a friendly chat there’s something for everyone this July.

📍 Have a look at our July flyers below — we’d love to welcome you along this month!

Find out more https://www.agefriendlysalford.org.uk/

09/07/2026

Take extra care to protect babies and children from the sun. Their skin is much more sensitive than adult skin, and damage caused by repeated exposure to sunlight could lead to skin cancer developing in later life.
Children under 6 months should be kept out of direct strong sunlight.

From March to October in the UK, children should:

Cover up with suitable clothing
Spend time in the shade, particularly from 11am to 3pm
Wear at least SPF30 sunscreen - and make sure it’s applied to areas not protected by clothing, such as face, ears, feet and the backs of hands.