Bowel cancer screening uses a test called a faecal immunochemical test (FIT) to look for blood in a sample of your poo. This could be a sign of bowel cancer. You collect the sample at home and send it by post to be tested.
We are experiencing extraordinarily high demand for same day appointments today. A lot of people are getting in touch about sore throats, cough or viral symptoms. Most cough/cold symptoms will get better within a few days (some symptoms such as a cough can last up to 3 weeks). We do not prescribe antibiotics for most people with a cough/sore throats and will generally recommend self care: plenty fluids, rest and paracetamol/decongestants etc. If you are unsure about your symptoms, you can ask your local community pharmacist or NHS111. If you are a parent and unsure when to worry, here are some useful resources: ➡️ https://www.nhs.uk/symptoms/fever-in-children/ ➡️ https://www.healthiertogether.nhs.uk/child-under-5-years/fever
