Sandy Lane Surgery

25/09/2025

Diarrhoea for three weeks or more could be a sign of cancer. It’s probably nothing serious, but finding cancer early makes it more treatable. Contact us to book an appointment if you're worried about symptoms.

nhs.uk/CancerSymptoms

22/09/2025

Cervical Screening Saves Lives

If you’ve had your invite in the post or by text, don’t put it off – book your cervical screening appointment with us today.

It only takes a few minutes, but it could help prevent cervical cancer.

📞 Call the surgery or book online to arrange your test.
✅ Early detection really does make all the difference.

Your health matters – please don’t delay. 💐

19/09/2025

The Friends and Family Test (FFT) is an important feedback tool that supports the fundamental principle that people who use NHS services should have the opportunity to provide feedback on their experience. Listening to the views of patients and staff helps identify what is working well, what can be improved and how.
The FFT asks people if they would recommend the services they have used and offers a range of responses.

18/09/2025

🚨 Bowel Cancer Screening Saves Lives 🚨

If you’ve received an NHS bowel cancer screening kit, don’t leave it lying around! ✅
It’s quick, simple, and can be done in the privacy of your own bathroom.

👉 Pop the kit next to the loo as a reminder – it only takes a few minutes.
👉 Sending it back could detect signs of cancer early, when it’s easier to treat.

17/09/2025

Stoptober is coming this October, and we are ready to support you. Let's quit smoking together.

If you want advice or help to quit smoking:
📲 Visit https://www.smokefreelancashire.org.uk/
☎ Or call 0808 196 2638

16/09/2025

📣📣Attention📣📣
The surgery will be closed this afternoon (16.09.25) from 1pm for staff training. We will re-open Wednesday 17.09.25 at 8am.
For genuine medical emergencies - please call 999.
If you require assistance and cannot wait until the practice re-opens please call 111.

14/09/2025

🚶‍♀️🚶‍♂️ Team Sandy Lane is out and about in Leyland today!

We’re walking to raise money and awareness for PAPYRUS, a UK charity dedicated to the prevention of young su***de 💜

If you see us out and about, please give us a wave, a honk, or stop for a chat — we’d love to see your support! 🙌

Every step we take is for a cause that matters, and if you’d like to donate, you can do so by texting the word PAPYRUS to 70085 to donate £5 🩵

Or you can donate via our own fundraising link here: https://www.justgiving.com/page/sandy-lane-surgery-ppg-2?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=EM

Thank you for your support 💙 PAPYRUS Prevention of Young Su***de

10/09/2025

Today is World Su***de Prevention Day.

Please take the time to share this post and let your friends and loved ones know that help is just a message or call away.

Your outreach might be the lifeline someone desperately needs. Together, we can help save lives. Let's break the silence and stigma surrounding su***de. 💜

03/09/2025

29/08/2025

You can call NHS 111 and select the mental health option to get help 24/7 from a mental health professional in the North West.
➡️http://nhs.uk/nhs-services/mental-health-services/where-to-get-urgent-help-for-mental-health/

28/08/2025

🤰 Protect yourself and your baby during pregnancy

Pregnancy makes you more vulnerable to certain infections – but the good news is that vaccines can help keep you and your baby safe.

✅ Whooping cough (pertussis) – protects your newborn until they’re old enough for their own vaccines.
✅ Flu – pregnancy increases your risk of serious complications, but the flu jab is safe and recommended.
✅ RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) – can cause serious illness in young babies, and protection in pregnancy helps reduce this risk.

Your immunity passes to your baby, giving them vital protection from birth.

📅 You can book your vaccines with us here at Sandy Lane Surgery – just call the practice or speak to reception at your next appointment.

27/08/2025

🎓 Heading off to university this September?

If you’ll be living away from home, don’t forget to register with a GP surgery near your uni. 🏥

Why it matters:
✅ If you have regular medication prescribed, you’ll need a local GP to continue your prescriptions
✅ If you live with a health condition, you’ll have access to care when you need it most
✅ You’ll be covered for urgent health needs while away from home

It’s quick and easy – just contact a GP practice near your university and register as a new patient. You can usually do this online via their website.