Kirkley Mill Surgery

26/10/2026

Breast screening can help find breast cancer before you notice any signs or symptoms. 🎀

NHS breast screening uses X-rays called mammograms to look for breast cancers that may be too small to see or feel. Finding breast cancer earlier can mean treatment is more likely to be successful.

If you're eligible for NHS breast screening, you'll be invited when it's time for your appointment. When you receive your invitation, please take the time to read the information provided and arrange your screening.

Screening is for people without symptoms. If you notice a new lump, changes to the size or shape of your breast, ni**le or skin changes, or anything else that is unusual for you, do not wait for your next screening invitation – contact your GP. 💗

NHS breast screening information:
https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/breast-screening-mammogram/

23/10/2026

National Health Education Week is a reminder that good health information should be useful and accessible to everyone. 💙

For people with a physical disability or limited mobility, staying active can sometimes require a different approach, but there are many ways to adapt exercise around your individual abilities and needs.

Physical activity can support heart health, strength, joints, maintaining a healthy weight and mental wellbeing. Everyday movements can also form part of staying active, and exercises can often be adapted so they can be completed seated or with mobility aids.

Start with manageable activities, listen to your body and gradually build up what you do. There is no single exercise plan that will suit everyone, so consider speaking to a healthcare professional before starting a new exercise routine if you're unsure what is appropriate for you. 🩺

Focus on what you can do and find activities that work for your body. Every bit of movement counts. 💙

Patient.info guide to exercising with a physical disability:
https://patient.info/features/healthy-living/how-stay-fit-if-you-have-a-physical-disability

21/10/2026

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Providing NHS services in Lowestoft, Suffolk

21/10/2026

📱 Need help with the NHS App? Come along to a FREE drop-in session! 💙

Whether you're setting up the NHS App for the first time, need help with notifications or want to learn how to use its features, support will be available to help you!

📍 Find us at:

📌 Gorleston Library
Thursday 22nd October | 9:30am – 12pm

📌 Great Yarmouth Library
Thursday 22nd October | 1:30pm – 4pm

📌 Lowestoft Library
Friday 23rd October | 1pm – 4pm

💙 From ordering repeat prescriptions and viewing test results to managing notifications and accessing NHS services, the team will be on hand to answer your questions and help you feel more confident using the app.

No question is too small! Come along and get the support you need.

21/10/2026

Did you know you can manage appointments through the NHS App? 📱💙

The NHS App can make it easier to keep track of your healthcare. Depending on the services available through your GP surgery and healthcare providers, you can view upcoming appointments, manage GP appointments and access information about hospital and specialist appointments.

For patients who use British Sign Language (BSL), NHS App guidance videos include the option to turn on BSL, including a video explaining how to manage upcoming GP and hospital appointments. 🤟

Using the app can also make it easier to cancel an appointment you no longer need, helping the appointment become available for someone else. If you need to change a GP appointment, you may need to cancel it and book a new one. 📅

NHS App information and BSL support:
https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-app/

20/10/2026

Su***de is the biggest killer of men under 54. One man every two hours. 💔 That’s why Andy’s Man Club exists - to give men a place to talk, connect, and support each other.

If you’re unable to attend in person, online Andy’s Man Club sessions are available, hosted on Google Meet. These sessions offer the same peer-to-peer support in a confidential and welcoming space.

To access online sessions, email 👉 [email protected]
Find out more 👉 https://andysmanclub.co.uk
Follow on Facebook 👉 https://www.facebook.com/andysmanclub/?locale=en_GB

20/10/2026

Get Online Week | 19–25 October 🌐 Being able to get online and use digital technology can make a real difference to everyday life – from keeping in touch with others to accessing information and essential services.

Get Online Week aims to help tackle digital exclusion and encourage people to build their confidence and digital skills. 💻📱🌐 Whether you’re getting online for the first time, want to improve your skills or know someone who could benefit from a little extra support, find out more about the campaign and the help available:

Good Things Foundation: https://www.goodthingsfoundation.org/
Find out more about Get Online Week: https://www.goodthingsfoundation.org/discover/get-online-week

19/10/2026

Flu season is here – would you know the symptoms and what to do if you become unwell? 🤒

Flu symptoms usually come on quickly and can include a sudden high temperature, an aching body, feeling very tired or exhausted, a dry cough, sore throat, headache, difficulty sleeping and loss of appetite. Some people may also experience diarrhoea, tummy pain, nausea or vomiting.

If you have flu, most people can look after themselves at home. Get plenty of rest and sleep, drink plenty of water to avoid dehydration, and consider paracetamol or ibuprofen for a temperature, aches and pains if these medicines are suitable for you. A pharmacist can also offer advice about treatments and flu remedies. 💧🛌

Try to stay at home and avoid contact with others if you have a high temperature, feel hot, cold or shivery, or are not well enough to carry out your usual activities. 🏠

Seek medical advice if you feel very unwell, become short of breath, your symptoms have not improved after 7 days, or you're in a group at higher risk of becoming seriously ill.

NHS flu symptoms and self-care advice:
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/flu/

16/10/2026

October is National Cholesterol Month – do you know your cholesterol levels? ❤️

High cholesterol means you have too much cholesterol in your blood. It does not usually cause symptoms, so a blood test is the only way to find out if your cholesterol is high. Left unmanaged, it can contribute to blocked blood vessels and increase your risk of heart problems and stroke. 🩺

There are positive steps you can take to help manage your cholesterol. Eating a balanced diet, being physically active, maintaining a healthy weight and stopping smoking can all support your heart health. Some people may also need cholesterol-lowering medication. 🥗🚶‍♀️

This National Cholesterol Month, take some time to think about your heart health and find out whether you should have your cholesterol checked. ❤️

NHS high cholesterol information:
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/high-cholesterol/

Patient.info cholesterol advice:
https://patient.info/features/heart-health/how-to-keep-your-cholesterol-on-track

14/10/2026

Sinusitis causing pain, pressure or a blocked nose? Your local pharmacy may be able to help. 💊

Sinusitis is swelling of the sinuses, often following a cold or flu. Symptoms can include pain or tenderness around the cheeks, eyes or forehead, a blocked or runny nose, reduced sense of smell, headache and green or yellow mucus. 🤧

Through Pharmacy First, eligible patients can speak to a pharmacist about sinusitis without needing to see their GP first. A pharmacist can assess your symptoms, provide advice and, where appropriate, offer treatment or direct you to other medical support. 🩺

Mild sinusitis will often clear by itself within four weeks. Resting, drinking plenty of fluids and using suitable pain relief can help manage symptoms while you recover. 💙

NHS sinusitis advice:
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/sinusitis-sinus-infection/