New Longton Surgery

23/04/2026

Would you like to take part in research on bereavement telephone support for men?

Research is being undertaken by a researcher from The Open University to further understanding about how men’s grief has been influenced by receiving Cruse telephone support.

To participate in a confidential interview about your experience, you need to:
➡️identify as a man
➡️be aged 26 or above
➡️live in England, Northern Ireland or Wales
➡️have accessed Cruse telephone support for two sessions or more over a period of several weeks

If you would like to find out more or express your interest in participating, please email Andy Langford on andrew.langford@open.ac.uk

23/04/2026

23/04/2026

Victoria, aged 40 from London, had gestational diabetes when pregnant with her first daughter.

After receiving the diagnosis, she openly shares that she was upset. Victoria felt like she’d done something wrong, which was further amplified by harmful stigmatised comments from loved ones and even professionals in healthcare settings.

She told us: “Assumptions were made that I ate specific things, purely based on my race, which wasn't true. I don't really eat carb-heavy meals, but any time my sugar levels were high, and I said that it was due to lack of sleep or stress, the health professional would push back and say, ‘it has to be your diet’.

“It made me feel like they weren't listening to me. Some days it would just make me angry, like I'm doing the best that I can for myself and my baby, but they don't believe me.”

Victoria’s experience echoes that of more than half the women surveyed in our newly funded research, highlighting why raising awareness of diabetes‑related stigma is so important.

➡️ Read more: https://orlo.uk/w8FjI

23/04/2026

A third of people in the UK don’t complete their bowel cancer screening test.

Bowel screening helps spot bowel cancer before symptoms start, when it’s more treatable.

This , Bowel Cancer UK want everyone who receives their free bowel cancer screening test to complete and return it as soon as possible.

Let's spread the word together. Get involved today and .

https://bit.ly/4sJYMcT

23/04/2026

Heat stress is the leading cause of weather-related deaths and can worsen underlying illnesses.

We're now facing longer, more intense heatwaves each year due to , and this is how extreme heat impacts our health.

23/04/2026

Does it feel like your baby never sleeps when you want them to?

You’re not alone, and actually, it’s completely expected. You’re not doing anything wrong.

Baby sleep patterns are different to adults and it’s not uncommon for them to wake up often.

Our past surveys show that 59% of parents with babies under a year old say their baby sleeps for less than four hours at a stretch. Around a third of babies will never have slept all night by 12 months old.

Babies have small stomachs and will wake often throughout the night to feed. Baby sleep patterns will change over the first few years and are affected by things like teething, illness and growth spurts.

Learn more about baby sleep patterns ➡️ https://bit.ly/41CMWGV

23/04/2026

Are you affected by a family member’s alcohol or drug use?

Help and support is available for you and your family.

Find support at: www.pha.site/help-for-loved-ones

23/04/2026

People who have a weakened immune system can now book a COVID-19 vaccine to boost their protection this spring.

Book on the NHS App or the online booking system ➡️www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/vaccination-and-booking-services/book-covid-19-vaccination/

22/04/2026

Looking for some gentle knee exercises?

If you have problems affecting your knee or knees, or if you have knee pain - you might find our knee exercises helpful.

Find out more: https://www.arthritis-uk.org/information-and-support/living-with-arthritis/health-and-wellbeing/exercising-with-arthritis/exercises-for-healthy-joints/exercises-for-the-knees/

22/04/2026

Did you know?

This year alone, 4.5 million girls, many under the age of five, are at risk of undergoing female ge***al mutilation (FGM).

FGM is a severe violation of human rights. It causes lifelong physical and emotional harm and robs girls of their health, dignity, and future.

💜 Together, we can end FGM. Let’s raise our voices and protect every girl, everywhere.

22/04/2026

Looking for something local to get involved in?

We’ve included details of a range of community groups in the images below, including social meetups, and wellbeing support.

Take a look and see what might suit you.

22/04/2026

Cervical screening checks for high-risk types of the HPV virus. It 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 👉 https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/cervical-screening/