Archwood Medical Practice

02/11/2025

This month, let’s talk about men's health—it's more than just growing a spectacular 'mo'!

At Archwood Medical Practice, we're encouraging all men to:

Move: Get active every day.

Talk: Check in with mates and seek support for your mental health.

Get Checked: If you notice changes (in your body or your mind), book an appointment. Early action saves lives!

Your health matters. Don't put it off.

01/11/2025

It's Mouth Cancer Awareness Month! 💙

Take control with a simple 2-minute self-check once a month. All you need is a mirror and a good light!

What to look for:

a mouth ulcer in your mouth that lasts more than 3 weeks
a red or white patch inside your mouth
a lump inside your mouth or on your lip
pain inside your mouth
difficulty swallowing
difficulty speaking or a hoarse (croaky) voice
a lump in your neck or throat
losing weight without trying

If you spot anything unusual, especially if it persists for more than three weeks, contact your dentist or doctor.

https://www.mouthcancerfoundation.org/

24/10/2025

Dr. Parker’s Charity Bike Ride Update.

We’re delighted to share that Dr. Parker successfully completed his bike ride from Woodley to Edinburgh, raising an incredible total for two wonderful charities.

🚴‍♂️ Kinder Mountain Rescue – £2,500
🤝 The Wellspring – £1,280

A huge thank you to everyone who supported and donated to this fantastic effort. Your generosity has made a real difference to both causes!

24/10/2025

Look and feel every month.
Most people survive breast cancer
if treated at an early stage.

Your GP wants to hear about
any changes

Visit NHS.uk and search
‘check your breasts’.

https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/how-to-check-your-breasts-or-chest/

19/10/2025

15/10/2025

Baby Loss Awareness Week is here. It's a vital time to break the silence and acknowledge the heartbreaking reality of miscarriage, stillbirth, neonatal death, and other forms of baby loss.

Its okay to reach out for support

11/10/2025

Myth busted: Think you’re not eligible for a cervical screening (smear test)? Check out this LGBTIQ+ health campaign to find out more! Help us ! More info at http://RemoveTheDoubt.co.uk

10/10/2025

Anyone of any age with ovaries can develop ovarian cancer although it is most common during and after the menopause. But when ovarian cancer is detected at the earliest stage 9 in 10 women will survive.

Know the symptoms:
feeling bloated
tummy pain
feeling full quickly
weeing more often.
And if you are worried make sure you contact your GP.

08/10/2025

Quitting smoking is one of the best things you can do for your health, no matter your age or how long you’ve smoked.

Smoking damages your lungs, heart, and other vital organs, and increases your risk of serious health conditions such as cancer, stroke, and heart disease.

If you’re ready to quit smoking, Your Health are here to help. Our team of experts can provide you with the tools, support, and guidance you need to kick the habit for good.

https://yourhealthstockport.co.uk/quit-smoking/

06/10/2025

Building strong connections during the first two years of your baby’s life makes them feel loved and secure, laying the foundations for their future mental health and happiness.

Looking, listening, and warmly responding to your baby makes a big difference. To interpret cues and build strong connections with their baby, parents can mirror their baby’s reactions, comfort them, play face-to-face and let them take breaks when they need it.

The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) has launched a new Better Health Start for Life – If They Could Tell You campaign, which aims to support parents to build a strong bond with their baby. For tips and advice visit the Start for Life website.

https://www.nhs.uk/start-for-life/

06/10/2025

🎉 Happy Children's Health Day! Let's Get Moving! 🤸

Your home, garden, or local park is the perfect place to start moving! Try to get at least 60 minutes of active time every day—it doesn't have to be all at once!

The Super-Speed Dance Party: Put on your favorite song and have a 3-minute dance-off! Can you invent a new move?

Animal Adventures: Pretend to be different animals! Crawl like a bear, hop like a frog, waddle like a penguin, or sneak like a cat!

Backyard Obstacle Course: Use pillows, ropes, or chalk to create a fun course. Can you jump over the pillow mountain and zig-zag through the chalk path?

Family Walk & Talk: Go for a walk after dinner. Talk about your day, look for interesting birds, or count how many blue cars you see!

Nature's Playground: Climb safely on playground equipment, swing high, or play tag with friends.

01/10/2025

It's Anaphylaxis Awareness Week! 🚨

Anaphylaxis is a life-threatening allergic reaction that happens very quickly. It can be caused by food, medicine or insect stings. Call 999 if you think you or someone else is having an anaphylactic reaction.

Symptoms include:

swelling of your throat and tongue
difficulty breathing or breathing very fast
difficulty swallowing, tightness in your throat or a hoarse voice
wheezing, coughing or noisy breathing
feeling tired or confused
feeling faint, dizzy or fainting
skin that feels cold to the touch
blue, grey or pale skin, lips or tongue – if you have brown or black skin, this may be easier to see on the palms of your hands or soles of your feet

KNOW THE SIGNS. ACT FAST.