Somerset Cancer Awareness

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Somerset Cancer Awareness Official account for Somerset NHS Foundation Trust Cancer Services. Welcome to our account! Please do not post personal or confidential information (e.g.

This page is run by two admin staff who work at Musgrove Park Hospital and Yeovil District Hospital. Through this page, we aim to provide information and resources to raise awareness of cancer, the early signs and symptoms, what to look for, self-checks, available screening for certain cancers as well as support networks and activities which are available in the local area: to support people living with and beyond cancer, their families and/or carers. You are welcome to share your stories, comments and feedback with us, but please be aware that this is a public page and that any information you post can be seen by anyone with internet access. contact details or hospital numbers) on this page. Remember that you are legally responsible for the information that you post. Please do not use swear words, offensive, abusive or sexual language. Please take care not to make defamatory statements and do not insult other comments made on this page. Any comment that violates these conditions may be removed from the page.

Many people confuse national screening with self-referral.Both are important for early diagnosis, but if you're experien...
05/11/2026

Many people confuse national screening with self-referral.

Both are important for early diagnosis, but if you're experiencing symptoms, don't wait for a screening invitation.

📱 Text ACT to 82228 to see if you're eligible to self-refer.

05/11/2026

When you're worried about cancer but still haven't self-referred yet...

🤔 Calculating every possible option except the obvious one.

📱 Text ACT to 82228 today.

❓ Did you know that some pharmacies across Somerset can now refer eligible patients directly to the Self-Referral Servic...
03/11/2026

❓ Did you know that some pharmacies across Somerset can now refer eligible patients directly to the Self-Referral Service.

Ask your local pharmacist if they offer this service and can refer you today.

🚨 PEOPLE OF BRIDGWATER 🚨Are you experiencing blood in your p*e?Self-refer today! Text ACT to 82228.
03/11/2026

🚨 PEOPLE OF BRIDGWATER 🚨

Are you experiencing blood in your p*e?

Self-refer today! Text ACT to 82228.

📍 WE’RE IN GLASTONBURY TODAY! 💙Come and find us at St Dunstan’s Car Park, Glastonbury, today between 9am and 3pm!We’re h...
03/11/2026

📍 WE’RE IN GLASTONBURY TODAY! 💙

Come and find us at St Dunstan’s Car Park, Glastonbury, today between 9am and 3pm!

We’re here to raise awareness of our Self-Referral pathways and chat to you about how you can access support directly, without needing to see your GP first!

Come over and say hello – we’d love to see you! 💙

03/11/2026
Check your breast symptoms 🔍Are you a female, over 30 years of age, and experiencing breast symptoms?Text ACT to 82228 t...
02/11/2026

Check your breast symptoms 🔍

Are you a female, over 30 years of age, and experiencing breast symptoms?

Text ACT to 82228 today.

November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month 🫁Have you been experiencing the symptoms listed below? Are you concerned it coul...
01/11/2026

November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month 🫁

Have you been experiencing the symptoms listed below? Are you concerned it could be more than a generic cough?

Self-refer today. Get a check.

Text ACT to 82228 ⚠️

31/10/2026

Claire, who works for NHS England South West, shares her personal experience of how Somerset NHS Foundation Trust’s breast cancer self-referral service helped her receive a quicker diagnosis. 💙

Her story is a powerful reminder of the importance of listening to your body and seeking medical advice if something doesn’t feel right.

If you live in Somerset, are aged over 30 and experiencing symptoms of breast cancer, you can self-refer through NHS 111 online.

Don’t ignore the signs. Trust your instincts and get checked. 💙

Text ACT to 82228 to see if you are eligible to self-refer📲

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