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13/09/2026

🔴 World Sepsis Day

Sepsis is a life-threatening reaction to an infection and can affect anyone. Recognising the signs and getting urgent treatment quickly can save lives.

⚠️ Signs of sepsis in adults can include:

Confusion or slurred speech
Severe breathlessness
Extreme shivering or muscle pain
Blue, pale, grey or blotchy skin
A high or low temperature
Passing very little or no urine

👶 In children, signs can include very fast breathing, being difficult to wake, a seizure, pale/blotchy skin or a rash that doesn't fade when pressed.

🚨 If you think you or someone else may have sepsis, seek urgent medical help. Call 999 or go to A&E.

Find out more:
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/sepsis/
https://sepsistrust.org/

Know the signs. Trust your instincts. Act quickly. ❤️

12/09/2026

💚 Eczema Awareness Week 2026

Eczema is more than just a skin condition. It can affect sleep, comfort, confidence and everyday life. This year’s theme highlights “the hidden burden of eczema.”

🌿 Looking after eczema-prone skin:

-Use moisturisers/emollients regularly.
-Avoid soaps and products that irritate your skin.
-Keep cool, as heat can worsen itching.
-Follow your GP or pharmacist’s treatment advice.

💬 If eczema is affecting your daily life, sleep or wellbeing, speak to your GP or pharmacist for advice and support.

🔗 Find out more:
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/atopic-eczema/
https://www.eczema.org.uk/

💚 Eczema may be visible on the skin, but its impact can go much deeper.

Find out about atopic eczema, including symptoms, causes and treatments.

10/09/2026

💛 World Su***de Prevention Day – 10 September 2026 💛

Today is World Su***de Prevention Day, a time to raise awareness, encourage open conversations and remind people that help is available.

The theme for 2024–2026 is “Changing the Narrative on Su***de”, with the call to action “Start the Conversation.”

Sometimes, simply asking someone “Are you okay?” or taking the time to listen can make a difference. You don't need to have all the answers — being there, listening without judgement and helping someone find support can be incredibly important.

💬 If you’re struggling, you don’t have to face it alone.
Talk to someone you trust, contact your GP, or seek help from one of the services below:

📞 Samaritans: Call 116 123 – free, day or night
🌐 https://www.samaritans.org/how-we-can-help/contact-samaritan/

📱 NHS urgent mental health support: Call 111 and select the mental health option where available.
🌐 https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/mental-health-services/where-to-get-urgent-help-for-mental-health/

🚨 If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 999 or go to A&E.

🕯️The International Association for Su***de Prevention also encourages people to light a candle at 8pm on 10 September to show support for su***de prevention, remember loved ones lost to su***de and stand in solidarity with those affected.

Start the conversation. Listen. Be there. You could make a difference. 💛

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09/09/2026

💙 World Alzheimer’s Month 💙

September is World Alzheimer’s Month, with World Alzheimer’s Day taking place on 21 September. It’s an opportunity to raise awareness of Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia, challenge stigma and remind people that support is available.

Dementia is not a normal part of ageing. If you or someone you know is experiencing ongoing changes in memory, thinking, language or behaviour, it’s important to speak to your GP. Getting a diagnosis can help people access the right support and plan for the future.

💙 Find out more and get support:

🔗 https://www.alzheimers.org.uk/
🔗 www.alzint.org/get-involved/world-alzheimers-month

Let’s raise awareness, tackle stigma and support people living with dementia and their families. 💙

Alzheimer’s Society is the UK’s leading dementia charity. We give vital support to those who need it, fund groundbreaking research, and campaign to improve experiences. It will take a society to beat dementia.

07/09/2026

Know Your Numbers Week! 🔢

You know your age, do you know your numbers?

Know Your Numbers Week is a chance to check your blood pressure and understand what your numbers mean.

High blood pressure often has no symptoms, but if left untreated it can increase your risk of serious conditions including heart disease and stroke. The only way to know if your blood pressure is high is to have it checked.

🏠 You can have your blood pressure checked at home, at your GP practice, or through other health services such as pharmacies.

Take a few minutes this week to Know Your Numbers! ❤️

🔗 www.bloodpressureuk.org/know-your-numbers/know-your-numbers-week

🔗 www.nhs.uk/conditions/high-blood-pressure

Know Your Numbers! Week reaches those who have high blood pressure and don’t know it, so they can get the treatment and support they need to bring it under control.

03/09/2026

🩸 Blood Cancer Awareness Month – September 2026 🩸

September is Blood Cancer Awareness Month, helping to raise awareness of blood cancers including leukaemia, lymphoma and myeloma.

Knowing the possible signs and symptoms could help you recognise when to seek medical advice. These can include:

🔹 Unexplained bruising or bleeding
🔹 Persistent tiredness
🔹 Frequent or persistent infections
🔹 Unexplained weight loss
🔹 Lumps or swelling
🔹 Breathlessness
🔹 Drenching night sweats
🔹 Unexplained fever or bone pain

These symptoms can have many different causes and do not necessarily mean you have blood cancer. However, if you notice anything unusual or persistent, speak to your GP.

💙 Find out more and get support:
🔗 www,bloodcancer.org.uk/understanding-blood-cancer/about-blood-cancer/blood-cancer-signs-symptoms
🔗 www.nhs.uk/conditions/cancer

Let’s raise awareness and encourage people to know the signs and seek advice if something doesn’t feel right. 💙

Learn about the symptoms of blood cancer, including bruising or bleeding, lumps or swellings, shortness of breath, drenching night sweats, infections and more.

01/09/2026

🌿 Alopecia Awareness Month – September 2026 🌿

This September, we’re raising awareness of alopecia – a term used to describe hair loss.

Alopecia can affect anyone and may be temporary or permanent. For many people, hair loss can have a significant impact on confidence, self-esteem and emotional wellbeing. 💚

If you’re experiencing sudden, unexplained or concerning hair loss, speak to your GP. They can help explore possible causes and advise on appropriate support.

🤝 Support is available:
🔗 www.alopecia.org.uk
🔗 www.nhs.uk/symptoms/hair-loss

Let’s raise awareness, challenge misconceptions and remind those affected that they are not alone. 💜

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31/08/2026

💜 International Overdose Awareness Day

International Overdose Awareness Day is an opportunity to remember those who have lost their lives to overdose, support those affected, and raise awareness that overdose deaths can be prevented.

If you or someone you know is affected by drug or opioid use, support is available and it's never too late to ask for help.

💙 Know the signs. Know where to get help. Don't be afraid to seek support.

For more information about overdose awareness and prevention:
International Overdose Awareness Day

For NHS information and advice about medicines and overdose:
NHS Specialist Pharmacy Service – Overdose & Naloxone Information

If you think someone is experiencing an overdose, call 999 immediately and stay with them. Naloxone can temporarily reverse the effects of an opioid overdose, but emergency medical help is still needed.

29/08/2026

🫁 Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Month 🫁

This September is Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Month, helping to raise awareness of this serious lung condition, which causes scarring of the lungs and can make breathing increasingly difficult. 💙

Common symptoms can include:

🔹 Breathlessness, particularly during activity
🔹 A persistent dry cough
🔹 Tiredness and fatigue
🔹 Unexplained weight loss
🔹 Swollen or rounded fingertips

These symptoms can have many causes, but persistent breathlessness or a cough lasting more than 3 weeks should not be ignored. Speak to your GP if you have concerns about your breathing.

🔗 www.nhs.uk/conditions/idiopathic-pulmonary-fibrosis

🔗 www.actionpf.org/get-involved/awareness-month/september

💙 Every breath counts. Let’s raise awareness and help people recognise the signs of pulmonary fibrosis.

Find out about idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), including what the symptoms are, how it's treated and what the outlook is.

13/08/2026

💙 Help Shape Healthcare in Cheadle & Surrounding Areas

We’re planning for the future and want to understand what matters most to you.

We’d love to hear your views on local healthcare services and what you would like to see available in our community.

📝 Please take a few minutes to complete our short survey:
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Your feedback will help us understand what is important to local residents and help shape future healthcare services. 💙