The Blandford Group Practice

25/11/2025

We are all set up at the Corn exchange pop in and see us we are here until 12 noon

24/11/2025

We are looking forward to seeing you tomorrow, pop in and see what support is available, or just come and have a cuppa.

24/11/2025

If you need the emergency contraceptive pill, you can now get it free from pharmacies across England — without needing an appointment with your GP or at a sexual health clinic.

Pharmacists can provide advice and support. Find your nearest participating pharmacy: https://www.nhs.uk/service-search/sexual-health-services/find-emergency-contraception/

24/11/2025

November is , which is all about raising awareness of the signs and symptoms to help with early detection, as well as highlighting the support services available for those affected.

Mouth cancer - also called oral cancer - can develop in any part of the mouth, and is one of the most common head and neck cancers. Common signs to look out for can include:

❗ A mouth ulcer or sore that doesn’t heal within 3 weeks
❗ Pain, discomfort or red/white patches in the mouth
❗ Changes on the lips, gums, tongue, or inside the cheeks

If something doesn’t feel right or you spot anything unusual, contact your GP as soon as possible. Early checks make a big difference.

Whether you’re worried about symptoms of mouth cancer, living with a diagnosis, or supporting someone who is, Cancer Care Map is here to help, with lots of listings on our site specifically for this type of cancer. Some good places to start:

1️⃣ Mouth Cancer Foundation - offers information and support, including a phone helpline manned by someone with lived experience of mouth cancer, a Facebook group, workshops and support groups (local and also online via Zoom on Mondays at 7pm.) Call their helpline on 01924 950 950.

2️⃣ Head & Neck Cancer UK (HANCUK) - offers information and advice and raises awareness of the condition. This includes real life written accounts from people, and signposting to local support groups.

3️⃣ YoungTongues - made up of people in their 20s - early 60s who have been diagnosed with tongue cancer. The group shares information, advice, and personal experiences, and hosts regular virtual meet ups. It also has a podcast.

4️⃣ The Swallows Head & Neck Cancer Support Group - offers peer support, information, advice and signposting. Monthly online meetings are held on the second Wednesday of the month, as well as other face-to-face meetings in locations around the UK. It also offers a range of Facebook groups to join, and can offer support by text message.

Most Maggie's Centres and Macmillan Cancer Support centres also often have specific support groups for head and neck cancers.

Enter your postcode on our site to discover the support services close to you, as well as further national and online support. 📍

24/11/2025

24/11/2025

24/11/2025

Think you need urgent dental care? Urgent dental appointments are now available.

Find out how to get the help you need. Go to nhs.uk/urgentdentalcare

21/11/2025