South Hylton Surgery

24/07/2025

Even if you've had the HPV vaccine, it's very important that you attend your cervical screening when invited.
If you've received an invitation for cervical screening or missed your last appointment, don’t wait - make your appointment.
Find out more ➡️

Find out about cervical cancer, which is cancer found anywhere in the cervix (the opening between the va**na and the womb).

22/07/2025

The most common symptom of thyroid cancer is a painless lump in the neck. Other symptoms include:

A hoarse voice that has no obvious cause
Difficulty swallowing
Difficulty breathing
Pain in the front of the neck

Most thyroid lumps are not cancerous, but it is important to visit your GP as soon as possible. More from Macmillan Cancer Support 👉 bit.ly/3zWGP1c Northern Cancer Alliance

20/07/2025

Over 5,000 people are diagnosed with a sarcoma every year in the UK. If you develop a lump that grows or changes, it needs to be checked by your GP.
Sarcoma UK Northern Cancer Alliance

18/07/2025

Do you know the symptoms of testicular cancer? Although rare, you should know what feels normal for you, so you can visit the GP with any concerns.
Read more 👉bit.ly/3w39SQc
Northern Cancer Alliance

18/07/2025

Our this week is from our Friends & Family Test which gives people who use NHS services the opportunity to provide feedback on their experience. All feedback received is recorded and reviewed by each practice.

17/07/2025

17/07/2025

📢Do you or someone you know use a hearing loop on a landline phone?
☎️Landlines switching from analogue to digital may affect how this works, but landline providers can help and you could be entitled to additional support.
More information is available at: https://rnid.org.uk/2025/01/landline-phones-are-going-digital/ #:~:text=The%20switchover%20has%20already%20started,phone%20into%20your%20existing%20router.

A new digital system is replacing landline phone services in the UK. Find out more about these changes, how they will affect you and the action you need to take.

16/07/2025

If a friend or family member has been coughing for three weeks or more, encourage them to contact their GP practice. It's probably nothing serious, but it could be a sign of cancer. Early diagnosis and treatment of cancer can save lives.
👉 nhs.uk/cancersymptoms
Northern Cancer Alliance

Find out more about cancer, including the possible symptoms, types of cancer, common treatments, causes and ways to reduce your risk, as well as information on waiting times for diagnosis and treatment.

14/07/2025

If you’re in need of some friendly, expert and confidential advice, emotional or practical support Sarcoma UK offer a free support line for everyone affected by sarcoma, as well as support groups. Find out more 👉 bit.ly/430TJaW

Northern Cancer Alliance

The Sarcoma UK Support Line is here for every person affected by sarcoma. Get in touch for friendly, expert, confidential and free advice.

11/07/2025

If you’re drinking more than you want to, taking more drink free days is a great way to cut down. Find advice, support and free tools to cut down at reducemyrisk.tv Northern Cancer Alliance

09/07/2025

Worried about your drinking habits? Cutting down on alcohol can reduce your risk of serious illnesses including cancer. Use the unit calculator from to check how much you’re drinking bit.ly/46l7TXn

Northern Cancer Alliance Alliance