Cancer Awareness

Cancer is a condition where cells in a specific part of the body grow and reproduce uncontrollably. The cancerous cells can invade and destroy surrounding healthy tissue, including organs. Cancer sometimes begins in one part of the body before spreading to other areas. This process is known as metastasis.

1 in 2 people will develop some form of cancer during their lifetime. In the UK, the 4 most common types of cancer are; breast cancer, lung cancer, prostate cancer, bowel cancer. Click here for more information from NHS on cancer, including spotting the signs, reducing your risk, treatment and more.

Diagnosing cancer in its earlier stages often makes it easier to treat, meaning the chances of recovering are much better. There are more than 200 different types of cancer with lots of different symptoms. Read more from Cancer Research here on different types of cancer, the treatments for them and coping with cancer.

At Macmillan, they understand the many ways in which a cancer diagnosis can affect your life and whatever cancer throws your way, they’re right there with you. On their website, you can access resources and information to help you understand cancer and access physical, emotional, financial and practical support. Click here to visit their website now.