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It's #NationalStopSnoringWeek .

Snoring is very common and is not usually caused by anything serious.

Simple lifestyle changes can help stop or reduce snoring. To find out more, visit nhs.uk/conditions/sno….

It's #PlasmaDonationWeek , a celebration of the wonderful people looking after our nation. 💙

Our donors provide life-saving medicines made from plasma, used to treat people with more than 50 different diseases.

Inspired? Join us as a new donor today ➡️ orlo.uk/vaFK1

It’s #MSAwarenessWeek .

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a lifelong condition which can affect the brain and spinal cord.

It can cause a wide range of symptoms, including problems with vision, arm or leg movement, sensation or balance.

Read more. nhs.uk/conditions/mul…

View your test results, order repeat prescriptions and much more. Manage your health the easy way with the NHS App.

Start using the NHS App today. ➡️ nhs.uk/app

🥰 Top tips for self-care:

🌬️ Get plenty of fresh air
🫱🏼‍🫲🏽 Support your mental wellness by keeping connected to friends and family
☀️ Take vitamin D supplements
💪🏽 Speak to your GP practice about the best way to exercise and eat healthy
✍🏼 Try to learn something new

This #BowelCancerAwareness , Bowel Cancer UK want you to know this #OneThing – the earlier the disease is spotted, the more treatable it’s likely to be.

Having these symptoms doesn’t always mean you have bowel cancer. But it’s still important to find out what’s causing them.

Eligible people can now book their spring #COVID19 vaccine online or via the #NHSapp 📱 Appointments start from MONDAY 22 APRIL 💉
Find out more and book now at: nhs.uk/conditions/cov……

Cervical screening can help stop cancer before it starts.

If you missed your last one, book an appointment with your GP practice. You may also be able to book with your local sexual health service.

For more information visit nhs.uk/cervicalscreen….

Remember F.A.S.T for 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. When stroke strikes remember to Act

F.A.S.T. nhs.uk/actFAST

If you are feeling unwell and it is not an emergency please see our feeling unwell resources to see if one of our alternative services could help.

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For seven common conditions your pharmacist can now provide some prescription medicine, if needed, without you needing to see a GP.

Think pharmacy first.

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If your loved one will be leaving hospital soon, make sure to check how they will be getting home and ask us if they need any help.

⛔️ Please do not smoke near the entrance of our department. We are a non-smoking site and this is clearly marked throughout the hospital grounds. Please be considerate & respectful and protect our staff and patients from breathing your smoke. Thank you ⛔️

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. When stroke strikes remember to Act

F.A.S.T. nhs.uk/actFAST

ℹ️ COVID SPRING BOOSTERS

Get your Covid spring booster at our drop in clinics - no appointment needed! (eligibility applies).

See info, eligibility criteria and clinic dates: blackpool.gov.uk/Vaccinations

Find more ways to get your Covid vaccinations: nhs.uk/covidvaccinati…

If you have a long-term health condition, you could save money on your prescriptions.

A Prescription Prepayment Certificate will save you money if you pay for more than three items in three months, or 11 items in 12 months.

Check your eligibility at nhsbsa.nhs.uk/ppc.

If you are aged 75 or over or have a weakened immune system, you can now book your seasonal COVID-19 vaccine online or via the NHS App.

Visit nhs.uk/book-vaccine.

With the NHS App it's easy find your local NHS services. So you can manage your health while barely lifting a finger. 📱

❌ Please remember to cancel any unwanted appointments. ❌ If you have an appointment with a GP or other NHS service that you no longer need, remember to contact the service to cancel. Even if this is 30 minutes beforehand, NHS services will have someone to take the appointment.