St Andrews Medical Centre

04/09/2025

Worried about your symptoms but too embarrassed to talk to the doctor?
GPs have these conversations all the time, and there’s no need to be embarrassed. If your symptoms could be cancer, the earlier we find it the easier it is to treat.
Contact your GP today

04/09/2025

Did you know that over half of UK adults hold outdated views about cancer?

That’s around 31 million people who could be missing out on vital support or sourcing false information regarding cancer and their health.

With so much information available online about the disease, it is easy to see how misconceptions of cancer can spread.

If you have any questions, or don’t know where to look for trusted information that may help you during a cancer diagnosis or treatment, get in touch with us.

Source: Macmillan Cancer Support/YouGov survey of 8,509 UK adults, April 2025

04/09/2025

Could you join our focus group? We’re looking for patients and carers to share their lived experiences to help improve head and neck cancer care in Greater Manchester. Join us on Thursday 18 September at 11am to get involved!

04/09/2025

Please join us in celebrating Janice’s 25th anniversary with our practice! For a quarter of a century, she’s been our go-to resource, truly an encyclopedia of knowledge!

We’re so lucky to have her on our team. Thank you, Janice, for your dedication, wisdom, and the warmth you bring every day.

Here’s to you, Janice! 🙌

03/09/2025

Are you aged 40–64 and living in Salford? Zoe Hammett, Master of Public Health, wants to hear from you!

She’s running a study to find out how much people know about the UK’s physical activity guidelines and whether that affects how active they are.

- Share your views on physical activity
- Help shape future health campaigns in Salford
- It only takes 5–10 minutes!

Share your views on physical activity and help shape Salford's health initiatives.

Complete the survey by clicking the link here: https://qualtricsxmx2fmx58lb.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2nofgSDzJ4fy5lY

03/09/2025

Even if you’ve had the HPV vaccine, it’s very important that you attend your cervical screening.
If you have received an invitation for cervical screening or missed your last appointment – contact your GP practice.
Find out more ➡️ https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/cervical-cancer/

03/09/2025

https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/exercise/physical-activity-guidelines-for-adults-aged-19-to-64/

03/09/2025

03/09/2025

📢Tell us about a service that's doing great work in Salford!

Did the GP go above and beyond?
Was your Dentist great with your nervous child?
Did you get an appointment sooner than you thought?

Whilst we're always here to listen to experiences where things could be improved, we love to hear about when services get it right ⭐️

Take 5 minutes to complete our feedback form and we'll make sure the service hear about it:
https://www.healthwatchsalford.co.uk/share-your-views

02/09/2025

🌸SEPTEMBER🌸
Gynae Cancer Awareness Month

Have you noticed symptoms that are not normal for you? They’re more likely to be caused by something less serious than cancer, but it’s worth getting checked by a doctor.

Key gynae cancer symptoms:
🌸Unusual va**nal bleeding or discharge, including any bleeding after the menopause
🌸Persistent bloating, feeling full more quickly or nausea
🌸A persistent itch, lump or changes to the vulval skin or va**na
🌸Unexplained lower back, abdominal or pelvic pain

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