There are 100,000 strokes in the UK every year. Remember F.A.S.T for the signs of a stroke. Face – has their face fallen on one side? Can they smile? Arms – can they raise both arms and keep them there? Speech – is it slurred? Time – it’s time to call 999 nhs.uk/actFAST

Bowelbabe, Dame Deborah James, showed amazing willingness to share her experiences and break taboos around bowel cancer that will undoubtedly have saved lives. Please check your poo, it could save your life. For more info ➡️ nhs.uk/bowel-cancer

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You can manage your organ donation decision in your NHS App. Help save thousands of lives every year by signing up to become a donor on the NHS Organ Donor Register. Download your NHS App today ➡️ nhs.uk/app

It's #SkinCancerAwarenessMonth. 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. More info: nhs.uk/skin-cancer

If you see someone with any of the signs or symptoms of a stroke, remember to Act F.A.S.T. F – Face (has their face fallen on one side?) A – Arms (can they raise both arms and keep them there?) S – Speech (is it slurred?) T – Time to call 999 nhs.uk/actFAST

This #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek, make the first move for your mental health with Every Mind Matters - featuring Tom Davis and Ranj Singh Find out more ➡️ nhs.uk/every-mind-mat…

When are you next giving blood, platelets or plasma? 🩸 Blood stocks can be affected by the bank holiday weekend, so your time donating is hugely appreciated. If your appointment is coming up, please do your best to keep it if you can. Or book it here ➡️ bit.ly/3BLGorz

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

People aged 75 or above, or those with a weakened immune system, can get their spring COVID-19 vaccine until 30 June. You can book at nhs.uk/CovidVaccinati…, through the NHS App, or by calling 119.

We're likely to see high temperatures over the weekend. It's vital that you try to avoid getting sunburn. It can increase your risk of developing skin cancer. Read our advice on what to look for when buying and applying sunscreen. ➡️ nhs.uk/Sun

This week is Cervical Screening Awareness Week, and we’re supporting Jo’s Cervical Cancer Trust to raise awareness of how cervical screening can help stop cervical cancer. #CervicalScreeningAwarenessWeek #LetsTalkScreening @JoTrust

Cervical cancer is one of the most preventable cancers, yet in England two women die every day from it. Screening can help stop cancer before it starts, so don’t ignore your cervical screening invite. Find out more at nhs.uk/cervicalscreen… #CervicalScreeningAwarenessWeek

Attending her regular cervical screening appointment saved Sophie Short’s life in 2019. “It’s really important to book your cervical screening appointment when you are invited, had I not gone for mine I might not be here today." Read her story bit.ly/3woCsdE #CSAW2023

It's the end of #CervicalScreeningAwarenessWeek but we can continue to take actions to end cervical cancer by attending cervical screening, sharing experiences and helping to break down some of the confusion and anxiety that exists around the test. @JosTrust #CSAW2023

Deep breathing for #anxiety management. Making your out breath longer than in the in breath kick starts the soothing part of your nervous system.

Measles cases are rising in England. You can still ask your GP practice for the MMR vaccine if your child has missed either of these 2 doses. For more info ➡️ nhs.uk/MMR

Get the most up-to-date information on women's health including: 🔴 painful periods and adenomyosis 🔴 different methods of contraception 🔴 symptoms of menopause 🔴 breast health 🔴 cancer screening Head to the women's health section on the NHS website 🔻

If you see someone with any of the signs or symptoms of a stroke, remember to Act F.A.S.T. F – Face (has their face fallen on one side?) A – Arms (can they raise both arms and keep them there?) S – Speech (is it slurred?) T – Time to call 999 nhs.uk/actFAST

Almost one third of people who were sent an NHS bowel cancer screening kit in England last year did not complete it. If you’re sent a bowel cancer screening kit, put it by the loo. Don't put it off. ➡️ nhs.uk/bowel-screening