New Longton Surgery

15/11/2025

You’re entitled to free NHS prescriptions because of your medical condition if you have a medical exemption certificate.

Learn more:
➡️ https://www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/medex

15/11/2025

Being vulnerable and reaching out is a strength, not a weakness.

At PAPYRUS, we know how hard it can be reaching out and telling others about what is going on for you right now. We want to reassure you that our advisers on HOPELINE247 provide you with a safe space to talk and want to help you stay safe for now.

If you're experiencing thoughts of su***de, or concerned for a young person who might be, contact HOPELINE247 on 0800 068 4141. You can also text HOPE to 88247 or email pat@papyrus-uk.org. 💜

15/11/2025

The NHS urgently needs more people with specific blood types to come forward as hospitals work to reduce the backlog of planned surgery as well as preparing for the usual busy winter period.

15/11/2025

Here at Carers link Lancashire we support unpaid carers with the following -
☑️ Practical and emotional support - Carers Assessments and Emergency planning
☑️ Peer support & 1:1 support
☑️ Trips and activities
☑️ benefits advice including support to fill in forms
☑️ Access to grants
and much, much more.

We are a FREE and CONFIDENTIAL service and support unpaid carers all across East Lancashire including:




and

If you'd like to find out more information you can contact us on ☎️ 01254 387444,
or you can complete a self-referral form on our website 📲 https://www.carerslinklancashire.co.uk/
or email 📧 info@carerslinklancashire.co.uk.

Our friendly staff are here to help. 💙🧡🩷

15/11/2025

Did you know your heart and brain are more connected than you might think? ❤️🧠

New BHF-funded research shows poorer heart health in your 40s and 50s may increase your risk of developing dementia later in life.

The good news? Taking care of your heart now could help protect your memory and thinking skills in the years to come.

“This underscores why British Heart Foundation is investing £10 million into its Centre for vascular dementia research, alongside the UK Dementia Research Institute, to find better ways to prevent and treat the devastating impact of vascular dementia." - Professor Bryan Williams, our Chief Scientific and Medical Officer

Want to learn more about this research? You can do so here: https://www.bhf.org.uk/what-we-do/news-from-the-bhf/news-archive/2025/november/poorer-heart-health-in-middle-age-dementia-risk

15/11/2025

With temperatures forecasted to drop across the UK over the next few days, it’s important to make sure that we’re looking out for our loved ones living with dementia.

Winter can be a particularly difficult time for somebody living with dementia. The bad weather and colder temperatures can bring specific challenges, and can sometimes make symptoms temporarily worse.

They may not always be able to communicate that they are cold – or they might not even recognise it themselves.

Perception issues can also make it difficult for someone with dementia to see icy patches on a pavement or understand that a surface may be extra slippery.

So make sure to check in regularly on loved ones, friends and neighbours living with dementia, and follow our useful tips to help support them through the winter.

15/11/2025

An estimated 50% of patients worldwide do not take their medications as prescribed.

This can be for several reasons such as poor mobility, weather conditions or finances but means you could miss essential medications which could make you more poorly or your health condition worse.

Ask a relative, friend or neighbour to collect your prescription so you are not missing out from taking your medication.

Find out more here about how good health can start at home: https://www.lancashireandsouthcumbria.icb.nhs.uk/goodhealthstarts

13/11/2025

Pregnant women can now get the flu vaccine to help protect themselves and their baby. Contact your maternity service, GP surgery or community pharmacy to schedule yours.

Find out more ➡️ https://nhs.uk/pregnancy/keeping-well/flu-jab/

13/11/2025

There is planned industrial action starting from 7am on Friday 14 November until 7am Wednesday 19 November.

You will be contacted if your appointment needs to be changed.

Please continue to come forward for the care you need.

Learn more: https://www.lancsteachinghospitals.nhs.uk/news/article/841

13/11/2025

13/11/2025

Be an advocate for your health. PanCAN can help. 💜

We provide free, in-depth and personalized resources and information on . Learn more 🔗 pancan.org/awareness

12/11/2025

A cough that lasts more than three weeks could be a warning sign of lung cancer.

If you experience any symptoms, contact your GP.

Find out more➡️www.nhs.uk/conditions/lung-cancer/