The Market Cross Surgery

09/03/2026

With the road works right in the centre of town (Jet Roundabout) please allow extra time to arrive at the Surgery for an appointment today.
Many thanks!

06/03/2026

March marks Brain Tumour Awareness Month — a time to raise awareness, promote earlier diagnosis, and support those affected across the UK.

A Brain tumour occurs when abnormal cells grow within the brain or central nervous system. Tumours may be primary (originating in the brain) or secondary (metastatic), and can be benign or malignant. Symptoms vary depending on size and location but may include persistent headaches, seizures, visual disturbance, cognitive or personality changes, nausea, and focal neurological deficits.

Brain tumours remain one of the biggest cancer killers of children and adults under 40 in the UK. Despite this, research funding has historically lagged behind many other cancers — highlighting the urgent need for continued advocacy and investment. Charities such as https://www.thebraintumourcharity.org/ are continuing to call for further action and support.

If you have any symptoms or concerns, please complete an Anima request with the Surgery.

For further support: https://braintumourresearch.org/ & https://www.macmillan.org.uk/cancer-awareness/brain-tumour-awareness-month

March is Brain Tumour Awareness Month. Learn about the ways we can help if you've been diagnosed and how to raise awareness.

05/03/2026

We still have some availability for our upcoming Menopause and HRT session next Monday.

To register your interest, please email us at marketcross@nhs.net

05/03/2026

We are excited to announce that our Big Sport Project is moving to Mildenhall Hub!

Where?
Mildenhall Hub Leisure Centre

When?
Every Friday except Bank holidays, starting Friday 27th March 2026

Time?
iCan Swim session 10:45-12pm
Sport Session 1-2pm
Disco 2-3pm

Price £5.85

Big sport is a fun and social environment with trained staff members to deliver fun activities. Such as Boccia, Curling and Table Tennis.

04/03/2026

This Saturday! See you there! 😊

The staff of Market Cross Surgery are taking over Mildenhall park run again! 🏃‍♂️

📅 Saturday 7th March
🕘 09:00
📍 Mildenhall Hub, Sheldrick Way, Mildenhall, IP28 7JX.
5️⃣ 5km - all abilities welcome.

☕️ Post-parkrun coffee available at: The Cafe, Mildenhall Hub (run by Barleycorn). Please come and join us!

See course details below:
https://www.parkrun.org.uk/mildenhallhub/course/

03/03/2026

👂🌍 World Hearing Day 2026 🌍👂

This year’s theme is “From communities to classrooms: hearing care for all children.”

The 2026 campaign highlights two key imperatives, one being:
🔹 Preventing avoidable childhood hearing loss
Ensuring early identification and care for children with ear or hearing problems

Key Messages:

📊 Around 90 million children aged 5–19 years are living with hearing loss.
✅ Over 60% of childhood hearing loss is preventable through simple, cost-effective public health measures.
👂 Early identification and care are crucial to prevent long-term impacts on development, education, and future opportunities.
🏫 Integrating systematic screening and early intervention programmes into school and child health services can significantly improve outcomes.

If you are concerned about your child's hearing, please speak to the Health Visiting team for Under 5s and School Nurses for 5–16.

Anyone aged 16+ who is concerned about their hearing should visit their local community hearing care specialists for a hearing test.

Early action makes a lifelong difference. 💙

For further information:

World Hearing Day is an annual global advocacy event for raising awareness regarding hearing loss and promoting ear and hearing care, and calling for action to address hearing loss and related issues. Each year, this event is celebrated on 3 March, covering a specific theme on which the World Health...

02/03/2026

💙🎗 Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month 🎗💙

Why is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month important?

Currently, only 3 in 10 women diagnosed with ovarian cancer live beyond 10 years.

With 7,500 women receiving an ovarian cancer diagnosis in the UK each year, it’s vital we make faster progress towards a future where ovarian cancer is survivable for all women.

Ovarian cancer can be difficult to detect early, so knowing the symptoms is crucial. Look out for:

🔹 Persistent bloating
🔹 Feeling full quickly or loss of appetite
🔹 Pelvic or abdominal pain
🔹 Needing to wee more urgently or more often

Other possible symptoms include unexplained weight loss, changes in bowel habits, and extreme fatigue.

If you’re experiencing symptoms, please send in an Anima! Early diagnosis can save lives.

Let’s raise awareness, support research, and stand with everyone affected. 💙



For further information:

March is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month in the UK and we're calling on you to help us raise awareness of the symptoms and signs of ovarian cancer. Here you'll find out when is ovarian cancer awareness month, why and how it started and how you can get involved.

28/02/2026

Rare Disease Day raises awareness for the 300 million people worldwide living with a rare disease, along with their families and carers.

A rare disease is classed as affecting fewer than 1 in 2000 people. Rare diseases affect 3.5 – 5.9% of the world population. 72% are genetic diseases and 70% of all rare diseases start in childhood.

We see you and put you in the spotlight.

For further information and support, please visit: https://www.rarediseaseday.org/

26/02/2026

How well does Suffolk support young people with SEND into their adulthood? Don't miss the opportunity to share your views and experiences. There are ways to take part for:

👉 young people with special educational needs and disabilities (aged 13 - 20): http://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/PfAfeedback/
👉 Young adults aged 21 - 25 with special educational needs and disabilities: https://healthwatchsuffolk.co.uk/pfasignup/
👉 Parents, carers, and guardians: http://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/PfAParentFeedback/

Visit our website for more information or to find other formats of our surveys: https://healthwatchsuffolk.co.uk/pfasurvey/

Please help us to reach people for their views too: https://healthwatchsuffolk.co.uk/share-pfasurvey/ 🗣️🤳

NHS SNEE ICB - Ipswich and East Suffolk Sendiass in Suffolk TheSource for young people in Suffolk Ace Anglia PACT Parents And Carers Together Suffolk Local Offer West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust Suffolk Family Carers

24/02/2026

Illnesses such as measles and whooping cough can be serious. Vaccinating your child can help protect them and others. To check if they are missing any vaccines, look in their red book or send in an Anima to the Surgery.

If you child is overdue their vaccines, please call us on 01638 713109 opt 2 to book an appointment.

www.nhs.uk/childhoodvaccinations

24/02/2026

!! REMINDER - TOMORROW 25/2/26 !!

23/02/2026

7th March🏃🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

The staff of Market Cross Surgery are taking over Mildenhall park run again! 🏃‍♂️

📅 Saturday 7th March
🕘 09:00
📍 Mildenhall Hub, Sheldrick Way, Mildenhall, IP28 7JX.
5️⃣ 5km - all abilities welcome.

☕️ Post-parkrun coffee available at: The Cafe, Mildenhall Hub (run by Barleycorn). Please come and join us!

See course details below:
https://www.parkrun.org.uk/mildenhallhub/course/