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Persistent heartburn, indigestion and acid reflux is not normal

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In October 2025 we shared David, Gill, Nick and Nicola's experiences of oesophageal cancer as part of the Greater Manchester Heartburn Health Roadshow a partnership with Heartburn Cancer UK. Please continue to use these social media tiles and suggested messaging or order or download posters and leaflets to help keep the message alive that persistent heartburn, indigestion and acid reflux is not normal - particularly if you are over 55 - and needs to be checked out by a doctor. Download social media tiles + digital screen content Download awareness leaflets and posters [...]

How to do your bowel cancer screening (FIT test) video

2026-05-21T15:23:50+00:00

We have a video to explain how to complete a FIT test (bowel cancer screening kit) for use on social media and waiting rooms. Copy Video preview If you have bowel problems your GP might ask you to do a bowel cancer screening kit (FIT test) to see if you need other tests for your bowels. Watch this short video to see what to do.... #GMBowelScreening Just got your bowel cancer screening kit (FIT) test? Just a tiny sample of poo can detect signs of cancer before you notice anything is wrong. If you’re sent a kit or given [...]