Marple Cottage Surgery

28/01/2026

If you have received an invitation for cervical screening or missed your last screening, please don’t wait – book an appointment with your GP practice now.
Find out more ➡️ www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/cervical-screening/

23/01/2026

Cervical screening is an important test offered to women and people with a cervix aged between 25 and 64.
Screening checks the health of your cervix and helps prevent cervical cancer.
When invited by the NHS, don’t delay and book your appointment as soon as you can.

21/01/2026

Today is Race Against Dementia Day founded by Sir Jackie Stewart OBE in 2016 to raise awareness and funds with the mission to advance worldwide research and development in the pursuit of a dementia cure or treatment.

17/01/2026

Looking for trusted advice on pregnancy, childcare, or getting your child ready for school? Visit BestStartinLife.gov.uk for support, guidance, worries, and questions, no matter how big or small.
www.beststartinlife.gov.uk

16/01/2026

It’s important that you attend your cervical screening appointment when invited, even if you’ve had the HPV vaccination.
Find out more ➡️ https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/cervical-screening/

14/01/2026

14/01/2026

14/01/2026

Today is STI Question Day
Medical science has turned HIV into a manageable chronic condition, but the "social virus" of discrimination still hurts our communities.
Here are 3 facts everyone should know today:
U=U (Undetectable = Untransmittable): People on effective treatment who reach an undetectable viral load cannot pass HIV to their sexual partners.
PrEP is a Game Changer: Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis is a daily pill or injection that is highly effective at preventing HIV acquisition.
Testing is Power: The only way to know your status is to get tested. Modern tests are fast, confidential, and often free.

10/01/2026

Make 2026 the year you quit smoking for good.
With the NHS Quit Smoking app, you can:
➡️ track your progress
➡️ see how much you're saving
➡️ get daily support
➡️ get inspired by others
Find out more:
https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/quit-smoking/

06/01/2026

Today we celebrate World Braille Day, a system that changed the world. 🌍
In 1824, a 15-year-old named Louis Braille refined a complex military code into the elegant 6-dot system we know today. It wasn't just a new way to read; it was a gateway to education, employment, and complete independence for millions of people who are blind or partially sighted.
Why Braille still matters in a digital world:
Literacy: Braille allows users to understand grammar, spelling, and formatting in a way audio cannot.
Privacy: It enables people to read personal documents, labels, and signs independently.
Equality: Access to information is a fundamental human right, not a privilege.