Whittle Surgery

02/12/2025

01/12/2025

Taking your bra off at the end of the day feels great. And so does getting your breast screening sorted.

It can detect cancer before you can feel it. Or more likely, put your mind at rest.

So when you're invited, save the date. It could save your life.

28/11/2025

For many women, walking alone, waiting at a bus stop or passing a group on the street is not an option.

64% of Lancashire women are concerned about unwanted sexual comments.

You can change that. Women deserve to feel safe everywhere.

Find out how to be part of the change here: https://bit.ly/4r1FTCe

28/11/2025

We're taking part in Save the Children's Christmas Jumper Day on Thursday 11 December! By pulling on our Christmassy knits and donating, we’ll be supporting children in the UK and around the world to keep safe, healthy, and learning. We’ll be helping them fight for the future they deserve.
Please join us by wearing your Christmas jumpers! 🎄🎅
To donate now please scan the QR code or text WHITTLE to 70050

23/11/2025

Do you know the early signs of a heart attack?

It can be easy to dismiss these signs but it’s never too early to 📞call 999 and check.

21/11/2025

Cervical screening checks for high-risk types of the HPV virus and is the best way to find out who is at higher risk of developing the cell changes that could lead to cervical cancer.

Find out more 👉 www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/cervical-screening

21/11/2025

Keep Antibiotics Working 💊

Use antibiotics only when needed, take them exactly as prescribed, and never share or save leftovers.
Prevent infections with handwashing and vaccines.
Protect these lifesaving medicines for the future. 🌍💙

20/11/2025

There are now 34 accredited opticians who have been specifically trained in providing eye tests for people with a learning disability across our region

There is a QR code on the flyer below that will take you to a website where you can enter the patients postcode and find their nearest optician.

It is really important that everyone has regular eye tests – but lots of people with learning disabilities are missing out.

20/11/2025

Attention men aged 65+!

It's time to book your AAA check. If you have been invited for a scan, but have not yet attended, don't delay!

Book in for your 10-minute, pain free scan today. It could save your life.

➡️ https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/abdominal-aortic-aneurysm-screening/

19/11/2025

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.

Find out more about this service➡️ https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/mental-health-services/where-to-get-urgent-help-for-mental-health/?fbclid=IwY2xjawOJTbVleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETA1WTE2RWR2QmQzWEpZTldYc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHjdcYk8KTP201-lavsOxGRZTiKU2-sTl3gNgCN3Wy4k25cWkAtk2GvXIw_uS_aem_G4PAadXuBiu2sGgVQ2i0Ug

18/11/2025

Got a minor illness? Whether it’s a cough or cold, an itchy eye or earache, for expert advice speak to your pharmacist.

14/11/2025

💙 World Diabetes Day is a reminder to learn, share, and take action. Early detection and healthy habits can save lives — let’s spread the word together!