Marmot Primary Care Network

27/05/2026

Skin Cancer Awareness Month

When the UV Index reaches three and above, SKCIN recommends following the five S’s approach to sun protection, used to prevent sun damage and reduce the risk of skin cancer.

27/05/2026

Moving Forward is for people who have come to the end of their hospital-based treatment for primary breast cancer.

For a lot of people it’s not ‘back to normal’ when they’ve finished their hospital-based treatment for breast cancer. Coping with the shock of a diagnosis, treatment side effects and worries about recurrence can make it difficult to adjust to everyday life. That’s why Breast Cancer Now have set up the Moving Forward courses.

The face-to-face course runs over two half day sessions (3 and a half hours) a week apart. Through supportive, open conversations in a safe, confidential space it’s an opportunity to connect with people who understand. You'll find the tools to feel more empowered, confident and in control. People attending can share as much or as little as they feel comfortable doing. The sessions are delivered by a facilitator along with the support of volunteers, who have had a personal diagnosis. There is a question and answer session with a local breast care nurse, so you have the opportunity to ask any questions you'd like.

Alongside the face-to-face course, you'll have access to presentations on a range of topics from expert speakers, via an online platform and a Moving Forward journal to support you throughout the course.

The next Moving Forward course in Hull is due to take place on Friday 26th June & Friday 3rd July 2026.

It’s free of charge and you can find your closest course, self-refer and book onto the courses via the website or by calling 0345 077 1893.

Adjust to life after primary breast cancer treatment with our Moving Forward course. Find support, practical tools and connection with others.

27/05/2026

Early years education and childcare can play a big part of your child’s development, helping them build confidence, social skills, and independence.

Best Start in Life brings together trusted information and practical advice on the range of support available to help parents juggle childcare with work and family life.

The website also features a handy childcare support checker so parents can see at a glance what help they can get based on their circumstances.

Visit www.BestStartinLife.gov.uk to check what childcare support you could get.

27/05/2026

21/05/2026

We’re reminding women to be aware of the signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer.
Symptoms can include feeling bloated constantly, a swollen tummy, needing to p*e more often than usual, change in bowel habits and unexplained tiredness.

To find out more about ovarian cancer visit www.BeCancerAwareNI.info and reach out to your GP if you feel something isn’t right.

20/05/2026

Dementia Action Week is an annual campaign that brings people together from across the country under a unified theme to take action on dementia.

1 in 3 people living with Dementia do not have a diagnosis.

A diagnosis is vital to give people access to the care, treatment and support they desperately need.

If you’re worried about yourself or someone close to you, then check your symptoms today using the symptoms checklist on the Alzheimers Society website –

https://www.alzheimers.org.uk/

19/05/2026

13/05/2026

13/05/2026

May is Skin Cancer Awareness month.

Skin cancer, including melanoma and non-melanoma types, is one of the most common cancers. Early signs include:

➡️New or changing moles
➡️Irregular borders or uneven colouring
➡️Lesions that do not heal
➡️Itching, bleeding, or crusting skin changes

The ABCDE rule of skin cancer is an easy to remember system for determining whether a mole or growth may be cancerous.

For more information please visit https://melanomauk.org.uk/skin-checks-and-abcde-of-melanoma/