Breast Cancer Awareness Month 

Whether it’s a bake sale, quiz night, or fitness challenge, you can raise money however you want this Breast Cancer Awareness Month.  For information on how to get involved and raise awareness, visit Breast Cancer Awareness Month | Breast Cancer Now

World Mental Health Day - 10th

World Mental Health Day is happening on Thursday 10th October 2024. The official theme is set annually by the World Federation for Mental Health.  To find out more please visit World Mental Health Day 2024 - Mental Health UK (mentalhealth-uk.org)

SUDEP Action Day & My Way to 5K - 16th October

SUDEP stands for Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy. It’s when someone with epilepsy dies without warning and the post-mortem fails to establish any other cause of death.

We must encourage every person with epilepsy, their families and health professionals to be more aware of risks and to take an active role in discussing, reviewing and reducing them.

For information about SUDEP and to help raise awareness visit SUDEP Action Day - SUDEP Action

World Menopause Day - 18th

World Menopause Day is held every year on the 18th of October. The purpose of the day is to raise awareness of the menopause and the support options available for improving health and wellbeing. We encourage professionals and women to participate in this global awareness raising campaign by printing and sharing these materials, organising events to engage their communities, and sharing World Menopause Day social media posts.  For more information visit World Menopause Day - International Menopause Society (imsociety.org)

Stoptober

This October, join the 2.5 million people who’ve been inspired by Stoptober.

Even if it’s your first time or you’ve tried before, Stoptober gives you the perfect opportunity to quit smoking. Stay smoke-free for 28 days, and you’re 5 times more likely to quit for good.

With the right support, quitting is easier than you think. Start planning today by checking out our free tools and tips to help you stay on track. You’ve got this!

For help and ideas on how to quit visit Quit smoking this Stoptober - Better Health - NHS (www.nhs.uk)

Lung Cancer Awareness Month

November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month.

Find out more about signs and symptoms, and where you can find information and support. You can also find out how you can make a difference this Lung Cancer Awareness Month.  For information on lung cancer and how to get involved visit Lung Cancer Awareness Month (macmillan.org.uk)

Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month and Day 21st November 

Pancreatic cancer deserves more attention. It is often diagnosed late, but knowing the symptoms can lead to an earlier diagnosis and save lives.

Raise awareness of the signs and symptoms of pancreatic cancer and put a spotlight on the disease by lighting up a landmark or your home purple on World Pancreatic Cancer Day on 21^st November.

Movember 

If there's one thing The Order of Mo is known for, it's this. Growing a Mo is the symbol for better men’s health. It also grabs attention and starts important conversations. So give it a go – it shows the world you stand for healthier men and a healthier world.  For ideas and more information visit Grow a moustache this Movember to support men’s health - Movember

World Diabetes Day - 14th

Diabetes and wellbeing is the theme for World Diabetes Day 2024.  With appropriate access to care and support for their wellbeing, everyone with diabetes has the chance to live well.  For more information and to get involved visit World Diabetes Day

Move Together Oxfordshire 

Move Together is an Oxfordshire wide programme and is here to support you to move more, to help improve your physical health, mental health and wellbeing.  

Moving more doesn’t have to mean joining a gym or going for a jog. Every movement that we take genuinely helps, whether it’s getting on our feet during a TV ad break, gardening or stretching while making a cup of tea.

To find out more visit GO Active - Activities that everyone can take part in. | GO Active (getoxfordshireactive.org) or Move Together

Cervical Screening 

Smear tests are happening and you may get a letter inviting you to go. We know you may find smear tests confusing or worrying, but you are not alone if you feel this way. You may want a friend, carer, or learning disability nurse to read it with you. 

For a guide to what happens at your smear test, please click here.

You can find more information including how to book on our dedicated page Cervical Screening - Newbury Street Practice