Wolverhampton North Network

Join us on Saturday 10th May for Wolverhampton North Network's Women's Health Event ♀️ Support groups specialising in multiple aspects of women's health will be in attendance, providing information at stalls and during timed talks. Check out more details below 👇

The NHS bowel cancer screening kit can detect signs of cancer before you notice anything is wrong. If you’re sent a bowel cancer screening kit, put it by the loo. Don’t put it off. ➡️ nhs.uk/bowel-screening #BowelCancerAwarenessMonth

Need a supply of oral contraception?💊 Most community pharmacies can now prescribe oral contraception without the need to visit a GP or health centre – without the need for an appointment. To find a participating pharmacy near you, visit: blackcountry.icb.nhs.uk/your-health/fi…

1 in 8 men will get prostate cancer. That’s a dad, uncle, brother, partner or best mate. Check your risk in 30 seconds with @ProstateUK’s online risk checker and share with your loved ones. ➡️ prostatecanceruk.org/risk-checker #ProstateCancerAwarenessMonth

Your next poo could save your life. If you’re sent a bowel cancer screening kit, put it by the loo. Don't put it off. ➡️ nhs.uk/bowel-screening

@WNNPCN set up a pilot contraceptive service to address its higher-than-average abortion rate and prevalence of sexually transmitted infections. It was such a success that the service became permanent. Read about it here ⬇️ #primarycare buff.ly/4c6VOXu

It's a very warm start to the day and temperatures may hit 30°C in the West Midlands! ☀️🌡️ Please remember to: - Apply sunscreen - Keep out of the sun 11am - 3pm - Close curtains in rooms that face the sun to keep them cool - Drink plenty of fluids and limit alcohol intake

The NHS is aware of a global IT outage and an issue with a GP appointment and patient record system. If you have an appointment please do attend unless you are told otherwise. If you need help use 111 online or by phone and in an emergency call 999. ➡️111.nhs.uk

On Thursday 18th July, Wolverhampton North Network is hosting a Diabetes Screening Event! With our team of healthcare professionals in attendance, you will be able to ask any questions you may have after receiving your screening results. We look forward to seeing you!

The NHS App gives you a simple & secure way to access a range of NHS services. Download the NHS App on your smartphone/tablet. You can also access the same services in a web browser by logging in through your NHS account - NHS (nhsapp.service.nhs.uk/login)

A PCN set up a pilot contraceptive service to address its higher-than-average abortion rate and prevalence of STIs. It was such a success that the service became permanent. Read about it here ⬇️ #nhs #primarycare buff.ly/3UVCPdd

Wolverhampton North Network is hosting a Cancer Screening Awareness Day on Saturday 15th July 2023 from 10am-1pm at St. Mary's Church Hall, Bushbury Lane, Wolverhampton, WV10 8JP. Screening can detect cancer early and help save lives. For more details: wolverhamptonnorthnetwork.co.uk/pages/Events