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North Staffs #HeadandNeckCancer and #Laryngectomee Support Group. We meet on first Wed of each month at 7.30pm. All welcome.

Stoke-on-Trent, England
Joined July 2019
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When you get your bowel screening kit, put it by the loo. Don’t put it off. Ivan shares how the simple test saved his life ⬇️ 🎥: @BBCBreakfast
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Know your units, know your limits. There isn’t a completely safe amount of alcohol you can drink, but you are at lower risk of harm if you drink 14 units or less a week. Tracking your units helps you stay in control. ℹ️ nhs.uk/live-well/alcohol-adv…
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Know the signs of mouth cancer. We’ve partnered with @Asda to put cancer awareness messaging on oral hygiene products. These labels encourage people to contact their GP or dental practice if they spot potential symptoms of mouth cancer. nhs.uk/conditions/mouth-canc…
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Would you know the difference between a heart attack and cardiac arrest? Know what to do in these emergencies and help spread the word.
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"Since I had throat cancer, I've suffered dry, cracked lips, splits at the corners, pretty much constantly. 10 days of using this has completely turned it around, no bleeding splits, no dryness. Highly recommend 👌" Janet.H Oralieve Nourishing Lip Care ➡️ shorturl.at/a1jsr
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Cancer patients offered tattoo-free treatments The United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust is giving tattoo-free treatments to all cancer patients. Read in BBC News: apple.news/A1pB4v8r9SeKwSaQJ…
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Dry Mouth can cause issues with speaking & eating making socialising difficult or impacting your confidence. Oralieve dry mouth relief products provide instant moisture & help manage dry mouth symptoms day and night Explore the Oralieve product range here oralieve-direct.myshopify.co…
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Your next poo could save your life. If you’re sent a bowel cancer screening kit, put it by the loo. Don't put it off. ➡️ nhs.uk/bowel-screening #BowelCancerAwarenessMonth
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Early diagnosis can save lives, know the signs – at South Shore, England
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The early symptoms of a heart attack don’t always feel severe. A squeezing across the chest. A feeling of unease. It’s never too early to call 999 and describe your symptoms. #NationalHeartMonth
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If you are sent a free NHS bowel cancer screening kit in the post, make sure you do it. The kit tests for early signs of bowel cancer. It is easy to do and you can ask someone you trust like a carer to help. For an easy read guide, visit: assets.publishing.service.go… [PDF]
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With Head and Neck cancer being the 4th most common cancer in men, and 7th overall in UK it is important that we are aware of the #SignsAndSymptoms and how to #SelfCheck.
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Stop the savings rip-off! If banks won't pass on rate rises, DITCH 'em, and SWITCH to earn 4% easy-access, near 6% fixed. Here's how... moneysavingexpert.com/latest…
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SalivaMAX® is a supersaturated calcium phosphate powder that when dissolved in water, creates a solution with a high concentration of electrolytes similar to that of natural saliva. cancerproducts.co.uk/product… – at Lytham St. Annes, England
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No matter your complexion, always use protection. 🌞 Protecting your skin from the sun can help reduce your chance of developing skin cancer. Apply sunscreen and try to keep out of the sun during the hottest parts of the day. ➡️ nhs.uk/sun #SkinCancerAwarenessMonth
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Head and Neck CEN study event with @HeadNeckCEN 🌟 🤩 We are honoured to present the amazing Professor Liz Ward! 🔹Day-and-Night HME adoption 🔹FEES and late effects of radiation 🔹SLTAs in dysphagia and HNC Haven't got your ticket yet? Get booking!👇 🎟 eventbrite.com/e/updates-in-…
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Big thank you to North Staffordshire Head and Neck Cancer support group @headcases2 for this lovely china mug made in #stokeontrent by @HeronFineChina following my recent photographic presentation. #staffordshire #potteries #cancersupport #cancer
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Greenlight issued to commence recruitment at the centre into this important research study Principle Investigator @shirleypringle An NIHR funded study exploring experiences of those with head and cancer to identify challenges & develop patient led solutions
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Excellent poster presentation from Julie Crane & Vine Killen vice chair of our research forum at the NIHR roadshow. ‘Increasing participation in head and neck cancer research to reach under-served communities’ Continued ⬇️
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