Spot cancer early
Spotting cancer early makes a difference
Up to 10,000 cancer deaths could be avoided each year through earlier detection and treatment because when cancer is diagnosed at an early stage, the chances of successful treatment are higher. You can help save lives by spreading this message.
Know the signs? Know your body!
Get to know your body. If you know what's normal for you, it's easier to notice when something's different. If you do notice any unexplained or persistent change, it's important to get it checked out by your doctor.
Cancer signs and symptoms
Find out about the possible warning signs and symptoms of cancer. If you notice any of these, it's most likely to be something much less serious than cancer, but it's worth getting checked out by your doctor.
You can also download the free app on your iPhone or if you have an Android smartphone you can search for "Cancer Research UK" or "cancer signs" in the Marketplace.
Screening saves lives
Screening saves thousands of lives every year. Screening can help doctors find cancer early, before any symptoms develop and it can also be used to prevent cancer from developing in the first place. Find out about the national screening programmes, for breast, cervical and bowel cancers.
Got questions about cancer?
Cancer Research UK can help you to find reliable and easy to understand information.
- Find out about cancer, its treatment and the latest research by visiting CancerHelp UK.
- Ask our cancer nurses questions on any aspect of cancer, freephone and in confidence on 0808 800 4040, Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm.
- Share experiences with others affected by cancer on our discussion forum Cancer Chat.
Join the fight against cancer and enter Race for Life
Every two minutes someone in the UK is told they have cancer. Join the biggest fight against cancer and enter your local Race for Life event.
