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The benefits of testing for an inherited genetic predisposition to ovarian cancer
Genetic testing can be carried out to identify if a person has an inherited genetic predisposition to developing ovarian cancer.
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Be Skin Aware – Choosing the right sunscreen and understanding UVA protection
Over 80% of all skin cancers are caused by over-exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun or sunbeds. This...
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Be Skin Aware - 5 ways to reduce your risk of developing skin cancer
Here are 5 easy ways you can reduce your risk of developing skin cancer today:
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Understanding Fitzpatrick Skin Types
You may be familiar with classifications such as dry, oily or combination skin, but as part of our series of...
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How to spot early signs of skin cancer with simple skin checks
There is currently no NHS national screening programme for skin cancer so it’s important to regularly check your skin for...
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Be Skin Aware - What are the symptoms of skin cancer?
A melanoma can grow anywhere on the body, so it’s important to check your entire body regularly (once per month)...
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Testing for an inherited genetic predisposition to bowel cancer
Genetic testing can be carried out to identify if a person has an inherited genetic predisposition to developing bowel cancer. This...
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Prostate Cancer Awareness Month: What are the symptoms?
Knowing what to look out for and recognising suspicious changes to your body is one of the most important ways...
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About our Skin Cancer Screening and Mole Clinics
If you have concerns about a specific mole or skin lesion, Check4Cancer‘s specialist skin cancer screening clinics are open throughout...
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What you can expect in a one-hour genetic counselling session
During your genetics consultation, a Genetic Counsellor will assess your family medical history and advise you on the risks within...
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At-home HPV testing for cervical cancer screening could help many patients who have missed their cervical screening during lockdown
At-home HPV testing should be accelerated by NHS England to cope with the increasing waiting lists of women due for...
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Ask the Expert: BRCA1 and BRCA2 gene testing
Sarah Beck, a Registered Genetic Counsellor at Check4Cancer, answers your questions about the risks of inheriting and the benefits of...
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About Our Breast Cancer Clinics
Mr Debashis Ghosh answers your questions and provides more detail on our Breast Cancer Clinics.
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Male Cancer Awareness - know the facts and get checked
We take a look at three cancers for which men are more at risk – prostate, bowel and lung –...
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Male Breast Cancer - know the facts and get checked
Usually thought of as a disease seen only in women, male breast cancer is a rare but real risk, most...
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What are the Symptoms of Skin Cancer?
Different types of skin cancer present different skin cancer symptoms but it is important to remember whatever the type of...
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What are the symptoms of prostate cancer?
Prostate cancer is caused when cells in the prostate gland grow abnormally and form lumps called tumours. How do you...
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AXA PPP enhances prostate cancer diagnosis pathway
AXA PPP healthcare has teamed up with screening service, Check4Cancer, to enhance its prostate cancer diagnosis pathway
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