Houghton Medical Group

15/04/2026

The most common type of bowel cancer affects the large bowel which includes the colon and back passage. In the UK it mostly affects people over 50, but your risk could be higher if you have a family history of the disease, you have a genetic condition or an existing bowel condition such as colitis. Find out more 👉 bit.ly/4byoh9F

15/04/2026

If you're waiting for treatment or surgery, the My Planned Care website can help you stay informed and supported while you wait. It provides average waiting times for local hospital trusts, helping you understand what to expect, as well as signposting to advice and support to help maintain your health and wellbeing during this time. Taking small steps to look after yourself while waiting can make a real difference. 💙🩺✨

Find waiting times and support on My Planned Care: www.myplannedcare.nhs.uk

14/04/2026

Symptoms of bowel cancer include bleeding, changes in bowel habits and losing weight. This doesn't mean you have cancer but if you do, the earlier it is detected the better. See your GP today!

13/04/2026

13/04/2026

You can get oral contraception and emergency contraception directly from participating pharmacies, without needing a prescription or GP appointment. This makes accessing contraception quicker and more convenient, helping you stay in control of your s*xual health. Trained pharmacy teams can offer confidential advice and support to help you choose the right option for you. 💊🩺
Emergency contraception can stop you getting pregnant after unprotected s*x (s*x without contraception or when contraception might have failed). If you need emergency contraception after having unprotected s*x, speak to your local pharmacist as soon as you can. You need to use emergency contraception within 3 to 5 days of having unprotected s*x. ✨
Find a pharmacy offering contraception without a prescription: https://bit.ly/4tFHL58

13/04/2026

Everyone aged 50-74 will be sent a bowel screening kit every 2 years that could detect cancer before you have any symptoms. Don’t put it off, do your test. It could save your life.

13/04/2026

Do you know the most common symptoms of bowel cancer? Knowing them could save your life. If things don’t feel right, book an appointment with your GP today.
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09/04/2026

Unexplained bruising. Night sweats. Constant tiredness. These aren’t “just stress” or “just being busy”. If your child has symptoms that linger, their GP wants to hear from them.

Find out more 👉 teenagecancertrust.org 💛

09/04/2026

Parents, grandparents, carers… life moves fast for young people - school, work, friends, and everything in between. But if they feel something isn’t quite right, that feeling matters. Speaking to a GP isn’t “making a fuss” - it’s protecting their future.

Find out more 👉 teenagecancertrust.org 💛

08/04/2026

Did you know? 🦴
Bone cancer is rare but can affect any bone in the body. If you experience persistent bone pain, swelling, or fractures, consult your doctor ⬇️

08/04/2026

Cancer symptoms in teenagers and young people can resemble common illnesses. Parents can have a gut instinct when something isn't right, so if you're concerned about your child, see your GP promptly.

Find out more 👉 teenagecancertrust.org 💛

07/04/2026

Happy ! 🌍💪

This year’s theme set by the World Health Organisation is ‘Together for health. Stand with science’.

Highlighting the importance of working together for evidenced based solutions to better health.

Everything we share at Action for Happiness, our social posts, events, groups and courses are all backed by evidence-based research into the science of happiness.

Togetherness is one of the best ways to be happier. Building good relationships with others, being a part of your local community and belonging to something bigger than yourself.

What’s one simple action you can take today to support your mental health?

If you need inspiration check out our socials or monthly calendars as we share daily actions 365 days of the year 🤗🌟