Moorside Medical Practice

03/04/2026

Bowel cancer Awareness

Bowel cancer starts in the large bowel. It can also be called colorectal cancer. You can find out more on this page about what bowel cancer is and how we can help support you through diagnosis, treatment and beyond.
The bowel is part of the digestive system. It is made up of the small bowel and the large bowel. The large bowel is made up of the colon and re**um.

Cancer that affects the large bowel is typically called bowel cancer. You may also hear it being called colorectal cancer, colon cancer or re**um cancer, depending on where it is found.

The earlier bowel cancer is spotted, the more treatable it’s likely to be.

Cancer that affects the small bowel is called small bowel cancer. For information and support about small bowel cancer, please visit Macmillan or Cancer Research UK’s website.

Cancer that affects the a**s is called a**l cancer. Read more about a**l cancer.

For more information and for support and guidance please visit:
https://www.bowelcanceruk.org.uk/

02/04/2026

Further information on 'Live Well- Oldham'

02/04/2026

Live Well Oldham

Find out what 'Live well' is and how it can help the Oldham communities.
Watch the videos below if you would like support or activities in your local area.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p-WiW3G7paQ&list=PLU-CGpE1vEPLpJ8l5bSULSP865x6J6z0S&index=6

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C5bkOlAHExU&list=PLU-CGpE1vEPLpJ8l5bSULSP865x6J6z0S&index=2

Made by Mortals worked with their community group to share what Live Well means to them. For more information about their organisation visit https://www.made...

01/04/2026

Always good to know...

This bank holiday think Pharmacy First! Your local pharmacy can provide advice and support for a range of minor illness – plus prescription medicines for some common conditions. All without a GP appointment!

To find a pharmacy near you open over the bank holiday, click the link in the comments.

Search ‘Greater Manchester Pharmacy First’ to find out more.

01/04/2026

Stress awareness month

During stress awareness month it is important to consider our wellbeing and the wellbeing of those around us.
Take steps to add self care into your day/week/month and look after yourself.

For advise and information regarding stress awareness please visit:
https://www.wellbeing.work/

31/03/2026

Making everything EASY, giving you CONTROL,
YOUR INFORMATION at your fingertips.
No need to visit or call the surgery.
A FASTER way to access your record, prescription requests and book appointments!
Get the NHS App:
nhs.uk/nhs-services/gps/view-your-gp-health-record

31/03/2026

International Transgender Day of Visibility

When we come together, we are unstoppable. On March 31st, we celebrate Trans Day of Visibility and cheer our trans siblings making their voices heard. We are showing up in the streets, at the polls, and in our daily lives.

Right now, attacks on the trans community are escalating. Anti-equality officials threaten our freedoms, our rights, and our very existence, but we are stronger. Our visibility is powerful and when we take action there is no stopping us.

For further information please visit:
https://www.hrc.org/campaigns/international-transgender-day-of-visibility

30/03/2026

Do you need help with your Mental Health?
Would you like information on Mental Health services?

Do you need some advise or signposting to the most relevant and appropriate service? Are you overwhelmed with the options before you?

Here at Moorside Medical we have a quite corner away from the busy waiting room, where you can come and sit for moment and find the information you need to get the help you deserve.
We also have highly trained staff that would be happy to take a little time to sit with you if you need support or can help you get the information you need if you are feeling overwhelmed.
Our care coordinator Debbie is also based in the practice and would be happy to help in any way she can, just ask for her at reception.

Take action now and let us help you.
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28/03/2026

27/03/2026

Greater Manchester Sexual Health Services

BHA’s sexual health services across Greater Manchester support Black and minoritised people to improve knowledge and understanding of sexual health issues and improve uptake of sexual health prevention tools and services.

All our services are free and confidential and include:

HIV testing (with results in minutes) in community settings – these can be booked online or accesses through our community outreach work

HIV testing kits to complete at home
Free screening for sexually transmitted infections (STI’s)
Training and group activities on all aspects of sexual health
Condoms and l**e via BHA’s postal service and available at community venues through our community outreach work
A wide range of information resources available in different languages
Talk to an advisor about everything to do with sexual health – drop us a line, come and chat to us at our events or get involved in designing and delivering our services

A wide range of activities and events to support National HIV Testing Week, World AIDS Day, Black History Month, Refugee week, and local festivals

For more information and advice, please contact
https://thebha.org.uk/gm-sexual-health/

26/03/2026

Social Prescribing Day

Social Prescribing Day is an annual celebration of the people, organisations and communities who make social prescribing happen. Since 2019, thousands of local, national and international organisations, link workers, medical professionals, academics and students have taken part across the world.

Every year, we have joined together to hold events, share ideas and highlight the impact of social prescribing on people and communities. Together, we want to raise awareness of what social prescribing is, how it works, and how it changes lives.

For more information please visit:

Social Prescribing Day is on the 26th March 2026 - get involved and share your stories

26/03/2026

Are you looking to Register with us?

Our website allows you to easily check if you are within the catchment area/boundary set by NHS England for our practice.

Once you have confirmed that you are 'in area', you can register via our website.

It's quick and easy to complete the online registration form by following the link below:
https://www.moorsidemedicalpractice.co.uk/pages/Registering