Don’t ignore your cervical screening invite, and if you missed your last one, book an appointment with your GP practice today.

Cervical screening saves lives. For more information visit nhs.uk/cervicalscreen….

Use 111 online to get assessed and directed to the right place for you, like a consultation with a pharmacist.

➡️ 111.nhs.uk

The NHS is rolling out a game-changing new laser beam therapy next month to help reduce seizures for patients with epilepsy.

The treatment will offer new hope on the NHS to those for whom standard drugs are not effective in controlling their seizures.

england.nhs.uk/2024/05/nhs-pa…

Around 1 in 4 adults in the UK have high blood pressure, but many don’t know it. It can increase your risk of a heart attack or stroke.

Find out how to get checked, understand what your numbers mean and how to manage your risk.

➡️ nhs.uk/conditions/hig…

Some local pharmacies may have different opening hours over the bank holiday.

To find an open pharmacy near you, visit nhs.uk/service-search….

Today, we’re celebrating Jacqui and all NHS midwives for #IDM2024 !

Jacqui specialises in safeguarding mothers and babies through substance abuse at London North West University Healthcare, supporting people every day in their most life-changing moments.

Find a career in midwifery. healthcareers.nhs.uk/explore-roles/…

Today is #InternationalDayOfTheMidwife !

A baby is born in the NHS every 58 seconds. Thank you to all our incredible midwives for the care, compassion and support you give to mothers, babies and their families every single minute. 💙 👶

#IDM2024

Anyone worried they may be at risk of hepatitis C can order a confidential test online through our website.

➡️ hepctest.nhs.uk

Having worked as a midwife for over 40 years before retiring, Mary ran @parkrunuk today with her daughter (who works for the NHS) in honour of midwives everywhere. At 80, Mary must be one of the oldest midwives running today – a true inspiration! #IDM2024

Some GP services will be available over the bank holiday.

If you have a health concern, contact your GP practice or use NHS 111 online or call 111 for urgent medical help.

➡️ 111.nhs.uk

Thank you to everyone working across the NHS this bank holiday weekend. 💙

And to the public, if you need medical help, use 111, or for a serious or life-threatening emergency, please call 999.

If you need urgent dental treatment over the bank holiday, contact your usual dentist.

If you cannot contact your dentist, use NHS 111 online or call 111 for information about your local out of hours service.

➡️ 111.nhs.uk

‘I don’t think I would probably be here, if I hadn’t had the help.’

Over the last year, 57,000 new and expectant mums have received specialist mental health support, just like Hazvi did; helping her feel positive again.

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Millions of people are using the NHS App to manage their health the easy way.

Find out how you can use the NHS App to order repeat prescriptions.

➡️ nhs.uk/nhs-services/o…

This is one of the biggest breakthroughs in treatment for sickle cell in recent decades.

This roll out is part of our wider drive to improve the quality and experience of care for sickle cell patients and tackle the stigma and challenges they have told me they face.

Thousands of sickle cell patients have been given a new treatment lifeline by the NHS from today, following the approval of a new drug for the disease.

This innovative treatment could help up to 4,000 people with sickle cell disease. england.nhs.uk/2024/05/nhs-ro…

A record 57,000 new and expectant mums received specialist mental health support over the last year.

Megan was one of those mums, who after recovering herself, now works to help other new mums at Northants Healthcare. Find out more about the support available. nhs.uk/pregnancy/keep…

With the bank holiday approaching, make sure you order your repeat prescription in advance.

For more information on how to do this, visit nhs.uk/nhs-services/p….

If someone is having a sickle cell crisis, acting fast saves lives.

NHS colleagues, this e-learning module will help you spot the signs of a sickle cell crisis and learn how it should be treated.
e-lfh.org.uk/programmes/hea…

Check your skin. A new mole or a change in an existing mole may be signs of melanoma skin cancer.

Melanomas can appear anywhere on your body, but they're more common in areas that are often exposed to the sun.

Find out more: nhs.uk/skincancer

#SkinCancerAwarenessMonth