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12 Ways to Reduce Your Cancer Risk
Research shows that more than 40% of cancer cases in the UK are linked to lifestyle and environmental factors...
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Karen's Story
When 54-year-old Karen Smout received an email offering her a Check4Cancer screening service, it was just the nudge she needed...
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What is HPV and What are the Symptoms?
Understanding HPV, how it spreads, its symptoms, and how to protect yourself is crucial for maintaining your health.
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The Future of Testing for Prostate Cancer
PSA (Prostate-Specific Antigen) testing remains an important tool in the fight against prostate cancer
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What is a PSA Test and How to Check for Prostate Cancer?
Everything you need to know about PSA tests and how to check for prostate cancer, so you can take charge...
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Your Guide To Lung Cancer Risk Factors
A look at the most common factors that can impact your chance of having lung cancer, and what to avoid...
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Does Bowel Cancer Show Up In Blood Tests?
Bowel cancer is the fourth most common cancer and the second biggest cancer killer in the UK. Find out how...
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Does A Smear Test Hurt?
What happens at a smear test, does it hurt or not, what to do if you experience any side effects...
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Do Mammograms Hurt?
How a mammogram works, how long it takes, if it’s normal to hurt, and what to expect after a mammogram.
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What Happens At A Mammogram?
Looking at what a mammogram detects, how often you should have a breast screening, and what happens before, during and...
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How Is Cervical Cancer Diagnosed?
As with any type of cancer, early detection is the key to successfully treating cervical cancer and longer survival.
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How Often Should You Have a Screening Mammogram?
Your risk of breast cancer increases with age, so it is important to attend regular screening mammograms once you reach...
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