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Bowel Screening

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Blood in your poo is one of the signs of bowel cancer but does not always mean cancer. Instead, it could be a sign of piles or polyps (growths in the bowel). Polyps are not cancer but could develop into cancer over time. If you’re sent a bowel screening kit, help yourself by remembering to … Continued

Ovarian Cancer

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Almost 7,500 women are diagnosed with ovarian cancer every year with those aged over 50 at higher risk. All women should be aware of the risk factors and symptoms of the disease, as the earlier it is detected, the easier it is to treat. Find out more at https://targetovariancancer.org.uk/about-ovarian-cancer/symptoms #OvarianCancerAwarenessMonth

Message from Thornfield Medical Group – Medical Records

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You are likely aware that NHS England has determined from 1 Nov 2022 all patients will have complete prospective access to their medical records, with surgeries required to enable this en masse. This instruction also includes automatic provisioning prospective access for patients who turn 16 years of age. Whilst we wish to support the principle … Continued

Your Views: What do you think of our website?

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Your Views: What do you think of our website? We launched our new website earlier this year after a joint project between GP practices across Newcastle and Gateshead. The project was funded by the NHS Digital First Primary Care programme, which works on improving patients’ access to advice, support and treatment through digital technology. Part … Continued

Prostate Cancer

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Check your risk of Prostate Cancer In partnership with NHS England, the charity Prostate Cancer UK has launched a new campaign encouraging people to check their risk of getting prostate cancer.  The online 30-second checker asks some simple questions about age, ethnicity, and family history, offering helpful information and next steps if you might be at risk.  … Continued

Enhanced Access Patient Survey

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In the future, GP practices in Newcastle will be working together to provide extra appointments outside of usual opening hours. These appointments could be to see a GP, Practice Nurse or other health care professional. We would like to know what patients would value the most from these new appointments, to ensure the new service … Continued

Pharmacy Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Service

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Get advice and treatment for Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) at your local Pharmacist. A new service has been launched in the North East and Cumbria to offer patients easy access to advice and treatment for UTIs. The six-month pilot scheme, aimed at women aged 16-64, will enable local pharmacists to treat patients with UTIs without … Continued

Monkeypox: What you need to know

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Whilst the chances of contracting it are relatively low, it is worth explaining what it is, how it spreads, the symptoms to look out for, and what to do if you think you have been exposed to monkeypox.