Saville Medical Group

GP practice in Newcastle upon Tyne based across 2 sites.
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Be smart about skin cancer and enjoy the sun safely this summer. If you have had more than 5 sunburns, you have doubled your risk of melanoma skin cancer. Don’t take that risk!
#SkinCancerAwareness
#SunAwareness

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Cancer in teenagers and young adults is rare, but it does happen. Knowing the signs early can save lives. If something doesn’t feel right, get it checked 💛
#TeenageAndYoungAdultCancer
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Mesothelioma is a cancer mainly caused by inhaling asbestos dust, something many people were unknowingly exposed to. It mostly affects the lining of the lungs and can take 15 to 60 years to develop.
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Skin cancer is one of the most preventable cancers. Protect your skin. Check your skin. Get to know what’s normal for you, a changing mole isn’t something to ignore 🌤️💙
#SkinCancerAwareness
@Skcincharity

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Both sites telephone lines are currently down please bare with us as we are trying to sort this out.
Thanks,
Saville Medical Group

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📢 Register for free BRCA testing by 31 October.
If you’re aged 18+ and have Jewish ancestry (even just one Jewish grandparent), register for free BRCA genetic testing through @NHSEngland's programme.
Don’t miss out - sign up today: https://t.co/tvhC2Sl25v

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Hay fever
Here are some tips to help you cope during pollen season: Wear sunglasses to protect your eyes ,keep windows shut during high pollen times, shower and change your clothes after being outside Antihistamines can help – talk to your GP or pharmacist if you’re struggling

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There are two ways that we can better manage our weight. A calorie-controlled diet can be part of the answer for weight management or weight loss. https://t.co/HWhPtwLCU8 . Increasing your levels of activity is a brilliant way to improve your health. https://t.co/e2UAzI4OrB

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School holidays
If your children are entitled to free school meals, you’ll be able to access free meals over the break. It can be challenging to think about healthy snack ideas. The NHS has some easy suggestions whether you’re at home or on the move! https://t.co/tAcapLUcJF

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The first dose of PCV13 will be moved to 16 weeksFind the full schedule here: https://t.co/FTwCOTEbdH If you’d like more information, please speak to the Practice Nurse or your Health Visitor.

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The UK childhood immunisation schedule is changing from July 2025. Your baby will no longer receive the Hib/MenC vaccine at their one-year appointment. The second dose of MenB will be brought forward to 12 weeks.

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MS Awareness Week, 28th April – 4th May

Multiple sclerosis is a neurological condition where your immune system attacks your nerves by mistake. You can get MS symptoms in any part of your body and each person’s experience of MS is different. https://t.co/RirzC4CLJK

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This April, during Bowel Cancer Awareness Month, we’re being encouraged to ‘Pass It On’. Pass It On is an awareness campaign aimed at getting bowel cancer sufferers to share their own stories to raise awareness. https://t.co/MYtW9nOZO7

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Testicular Cancer Awareness Month

Each year in the UK, 2,400 men are diagnosed with testicular cancer. Testicular cancer is most likely to occur between the ages of 25 and 40.
https://t.co/yHFfpNZKFS

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Blood donation

ENGLAND

Blood stocks across the UK are critically low. If you’re able to donate, see if you can find an appointment here: https://t.co/6B0o3MgHIC Aged 17 to 65? Generally fit and well? Weigh more than 7st 12lbs (50kg) and less than 25st (158kg)? You could help.

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World Parkinson’s Day, 11th April
In 2024, over 150 landmarks and buildings were lit in blue to raise awareness of Parkinson’s. Can we beat this in 2025? https://t.co/W21eB2pS9J

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Stress Awareness Month (#LeadWithLove)

The central idea of this focus is that we’re ensuring that we approach others with kindness, compassion and from a place of support. This helps to reduce stress in others.
https://t.co/agCo34pZMJ

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Many older people are facing a harsh winter, with cost-of-living challenges and cold weather. If you’re in receipt of a means-tested benefit, you can still receive the winter fuel payment. Find out more here:
https://t.co/dkfOTEJGNg