Whyburn Medical Practice

20/04/2026

MS Awareness Week, 20th–26th April

More than 150,000 people in the UK have Multiple sclerosis (MS), a condition that affects the nerves in your brain and spinal cord, causing a range of symptoms like blurred vision and problems with how you move, think and feel.

MS Awareness Week is designed to raise awareness about the condition and the issues people with MS are talking about. In 2026 the focus is on challenging MS assumptions and the harm they can cause. You can find out more at https://www.mssociety.org.uk/get-involved/ms-awareness-week

17/04/2026

April is Bowel Cancer Awareness Month. When bowel cancer is diagnosed early, nine in ten people survive. That’s why we’re supporting Bowel Cancer UK’s campaign to help raise vital awareness and make sure everyone has the best chance of an early diagnosis.

Knowing the symptoms and taking part in bowel cancer screening can save lives. Find out more, download resources or get involved today: Bowel Cancer Awareness Month Toolkit | Bowel Cancer UK

16/04/2026

IBS Awareness Month, 1st– 30th April

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a condition that causes episodes of abdominal pain and often discomfort when using the toilet. It does not shorten your life, but leads to more pain, health care appointments, and surgeries, impacting quality of life, and sometimes the ability to work full-time.

This April, you can help to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and support people with IBS by sharing the hashtags and

Find out more at https://aboutibs.org/living-with-ibs/ibs-awareness-month/

15/04/2026

14/04/2026

World Autism Acceptance Month, 1st– 30th April

Autistic people face discrimination and barriers across all sectors of society. They, and their families and carers, need support to overcome those barriers, and opportunities to explore interests, develop skills and lead fulfilling lives.

World Autism Acceptance Month is a time for everyone to get involved in fundraising, sharing resources, raising awareness and helping to create a society that works for autistic people. Walk, run or fundraise your own way!

Find out more and sign up at https://waam.autism.org.uk

11/04/2026

World Parkinson’s Day, 11th April

In the UK, around 166,000 people live with Parkinson’s, and someone new is diagnosed every 20 minutes. There are over 40 symptoms of Parkinson’s. But the main three are a tremor (shaking), slowness of movement and rigidity (muscle stiffness). More information can be found at https://www.parkinsons.org.uk

10/04/2026

April is Stress Awareness Month

Stress is not always a ‘bad’ thing. However, when we experience stress in our workplace or everyday lives, it can affect our ability to function, and long-term stress can damage our health.

What is Stress Awareness Month? Stress Awareness Month is an annual event observed every April since 1992, dedicated to increasing public awareness about the causes, effects, and management of stress. The Stress Management Society, a nonprofit organisation established in 2003, has been championing t...

31/03/2026

On International Trans Day of Visibility, it’s a good time to share a reminder of why pronouns are so important. They’re an important part of self-identity. Respecting people’s chosen names and pronouns is a simple yet powerful act of allyship. Include pronouns in your email signatures and social media profiles to normalise their usage. If you’re unsure, simply ask politely what someone’s preferred pronouns are.

https://www.lpft.nhs.uk/about-us/equality-and-diversity/pronouns

30/03/2026

Impetigo? If needed, your pharmacist can now provide some prescription medicine without seeing a GP.

Think pharmacy first.
nhs.uk/thinkpharmacyfirst

27/03/2026

UTI? If needed, your pharmacist can now provide some prescription medicine without seeing a GP.

Think pharmacy first.

nhs.uk/thinkpharmacyfirst

26/03/2026

Social prescribing is a service to help boost wellbeing by linking you into local support networks or services, as part of an overall approach to individual care.

Today, we’re celebrating the importance of everyone who helps to improve our community’s health.

26/03/2026

Epilepsy affects around one in every 100 people, with 80 people diagnosed every day. Every March, Purple Day aims to raise awareness and show you’re not alone, whether you’re a sufferer, carer or if epilepsy touches your life in some way. Get involved!
https://www.epilepsy.org.uk/involved/fundraising/purple-day