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14/02/2026

Bowel cancer screening in England is improving.

FIT kits, sent to everyone aged between 50 and 74, will now be checked at a lower threshold. This means smaller amounts of blood in poo samples can be spotted — helping to find signs of cancer earlier, treatment can be more successful.

It’s the same simple test, just better at picking things up even earlier. Most people who use their kit won’t need further tests.

When your kit arrives, put it by the loo. Don’t put it off.

Read more about bowel cancer screening: https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and.../bowel-cancer-screening/

13/02/2026

Know the signs to look out for 💔

Police warn of romance fraud ahead of Valentine's Day👇

Cheshire Police have warned residents to stay alert to the risks of romance fraud as Valentine's Day approaches

11/02/2026

If you feel you’re struggling and need support, Ashfields Primary Care Centre is here for you. 01270 446560

Crisis Line offers support on
0800 145 6485

Don’t be alone,seek support It’s good to talk ❤️

10/02/2026

Sandbach Food Bank

Could you spare an hour on a Wednesday or a Friday afternoon about once a fortnight? The Sandbach Food Bank needs someone to help with packing and delivering food parcels. You need to be over 18, with a car for delivering. We deliver in pairs in the CW11 postcode area. If you are interested in joining our team of volunteers or just want more information please send an email to sandbachfoodbank@gmail.com

10/02/2026

Children under 6 on 1st January 2026 will now be offered the MMRV (measles, mumps, rubella and chickenpox) vaccine as part of the NHS childhood vaccination programme.

The MMR vaccine is still available for adults and older children born on or before 31 December 2019 who were not vaccinated against measles, mumps and rubella when they were younger.

https://www.nhs.uk/mmrv

09/02/2026

The Lancet Journal - Statins

Please see link for information relating to Statins and their use

The results, in The Lancet journal, come from trials involving more than 120,000 people comparing statins with a dummy drug or placebo.

09/02/2026

LOCAL SUPPORT AND SERVICES

Cheshire East Holiday Activities and Food programme (HAF) February 2026 half term bookings going live! Cheshire East Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Programme is here for the February 2026 school half term holiday – bookings will go live on 26 January at 3.00pm! Places are limited so please book early to avoid disappointment.

Go to the Cheshire East HAF Programme booking platform to view the activities on offer, and when you find an activity you like, select book and complete the booking information.

For more information about the programme and eligibility criteria visit the Cheshire East webpage Holiday activities and food programme (HAF) (cheshireeast.gov.uk)

Scope Community Disability Energy Advice – Please see the posters attached for more information about this service for people that are disabled, or have a physical or mental issue, and this does not have to be identified. They can help you with benefits, manage your bills and claim the financial support you are entitled to.

Community Disability Energy Advice | Disability charity Scope UK

Green Doctor Energy Advice – Please find attached a leaflet for Green Doctor. They can help you with:
Saving money on your bills
Switching tariffs and suppliers
Applying for discounts and managing fuel debt
Budgeting and income maximisation advice
To find out more call us on 0330 1740863, or email: greendoctor.clm@groundwork.org.uk

Pennysmart CIC – Please find attached brochure from Penny Smart which is an organisation that help individuals and families in financial difficulty escape problem debt and regain control of their money. They provide tailored support that is free to clients, confidential, and delivered with care. Their experienced advisers collaborate closely with each person to understand their situation and offer clear, practical solutions.

Pennysmart CIC supports individuals and families across England and Wales whose income does not cover essential living costs - like rent, food, and bills - or who are facing unmanageable debt. As a referral-only service, we collaborate with trusted partners to reach those most in need (Money, Debts & Benefits Advice in Chester).

Veterans Support at a new drop-in in Crewe – Please see the posters attached for more information about the support available for veterans and their families at a new hub located at the Salvation Army in Crewe. Support includes wellbeing programmes, specialist guidance, community connections and tailored interventions for complex needs.

Join us for an Open Minds Tea and Talk – Open Minds is for people who have lived experiences of mental health services in Cheshire East, either directly as yourself or as a carer for someone else. If you want to shape how services are run in the future, then this is an invite for you.

06/02/2026

Think you need urgent dental care?

Urgent dental appointments are now available. Find out how to get the help you need. Go to nhs.uk/urgentdentalcare

05/02/2026

Behind every window is a story you might not see, and a burden you might not know someone is carrying. You never know what someone is going through.
Today is , a reminder that you don’t need to be an expert to listen, sometimes being there is enough. One conversation might not solve everything, but it lets someone know they aren't facing their "behind-the-scenes" alone.
Who are you checking in on today?

05/02/2026

We noticed on a previous post that no age details had been provided, please see below the eligible birthdates for the HPV under 25s

are aged 12 to 13 years in the birth cohort for school year 8

are females born on or after 1 September 1991 and males born on or
after 1 September 2006 and are less than 25 years old

• Transgender females and transgender males, in birth cohorts eligible for the girls’ programme from 1 September 2008, may be vaccinated in accordance with this PGD as appropriate

05/02/2026

Today is Time to Talk day, to break the stigma surrounding mental health.

Find out how to access NHS mental health services and where to get urgent help - https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/mental-health-services/

You can also find a lot of support at https://www.mind.org.uk

Find out how to access NHS mental health services and where to get urgent help.

04/02/2026

February 2026 is Heart Month.

Your heart age gives you an idea of how healthy your heart is.

This NHS heart age calculator will compare your real age to your heart age by asking you questions about your health. You'll also find out how to improve your heart age by making some healthy lifestyle changes.

Check your heart -

The NHS heart age calculator will help you understand your heart health by comparing your real age to your heart age by asking you questions about your health.