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Do mobile phones, 4G or 5G cause cancer

No there is no good evidence that the 5G mobile network increases cancer risk. 5G networks use higher frequency waves than 4G or older … See more

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Reducing your risk of breast cancer Cancer Research UK

WEBSome of the things that can help to reduce the risk of breast cancer include: keeping a healthy weight. a healthy diet. low amounts of alcohol. being physically active. …

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The immune system and cancer Cancer Research UK

WEBThe immune system protects the body against illness and infection that bacteria, viruses, fungi or parasites can cause. It is a collection of reactions and …

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Beating cancer by improving the public’s health: the road ahead in …

WEBThat’s where Public Health England (PHE) comes in. The organisation plays a key role in protecting and improving the health of England’s 56 million people, as well …

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Health inequalities: Breaking down barriers to cancer screening

WEBWelcome to the fourth post in our Inequalities Series, which discusses health inequalities and how they relate to cancer, from prevention and early diagnosis to …

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Breaking down changes in NHS cancer waiting times in England

WEBCancer waiting time standards are meant to reflect the minimum we expect for cancer patients, and right now in England every cancer target is being missed, and …

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Can stress cause cancer

WEBNo, being stressed doesn’t directly increase the risk of cancer. The best quality studies have followed up many people for several years. They have found no evidence that those who …

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Examination of your prostate Tests and scans

WEBThe doctor or nurse will ask you to take off your clothes on your lower half, including underwear. You’ll lie on your left hand side, with your knees brought up …

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UK health inequalities: 20,000 more cancer cases a year in the …

WEBBut inequalities in the UK affect more than our risk from COVID-19, they’re intricately entwined with all aspects of our health, including cancer. New figures released today …

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What is prehabilitation

WEBPrehabilitation (prehab) means getting ready for cancer treatment in whatever time you have before it starts. It is a programme of support and advice that some NHS hospitals …

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What is lung cancer

WEBTranscript. Lung cancer can start in the windpipe, the main airway or the lungs. It develops when there is uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells inside one or both lungs. These …

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Are ultra-processed foods linked to cancer

WEBGroup 1: Unprocessed and minimally processed Unprocessed foods are what we usually consider as whole foods. They have no added ingredients and haven’t been …

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What cancer benefits can I claim

WEBYou may qualify for government benefits if you have cancer or care for someone with cancer. If you have a disability or your cancer is advanced, you might also …

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What is the PSA test

WEBProstate specific antigen (PSA) is a protein produced by both normal and cancerous prostate cells. It's normal for all men to have some PSA in their blood. A high …

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Another huge milestone on our road to a smokefree UK

WEBBack in October 2023, we celebrated a critical milestone in our Smokefree UK campaign when Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced bold new plans for a ‘smokefree …

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Awareness and Prevention Cancer Research UK

WEBWhen Cancer Research UK material is used for commercial reasons, we encourage a donation to our life-saving research. Send a cheque payable to Cancer Research UK to: …

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Symptoms of metastatic prostate cancer Cancer Research UK

WEBSymptoms of prostate cancer that has spread to or near the bladder. Large tumours in the prostate can press on the urethra and spread to the bladder. You might find that you: …

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Mental health during and after cancer treatment

WEBAfter a cancer diagnosis, some people living with a mental health problem have experienced: triggering of previous trauma or mental health symptoms. an increase in …

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Be Clear on Cancer Cancer Research UK

WEBThe Be Clear on Cancer programme was developed in response to the Department of Health's 'Improving Outcomes - A strategy for Cancer', which set out how it will seek to …

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Survival of bladder cancer Cancer Research UK

WEBSurvival for all stages of bladder cancer. Generally, for people diagnosed with bladder cancer in England: around 75 out of every 100 (around 75%) survive their cancer for 1 …

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Bowel Cancer Screening Programme Cancer Research UK

WEBAccording to UK-wide guidance from the British Society of Gastroenterology (BSG), Lynch syndrome carriers should be offered surveillance colonoscopies every two …

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Is vaping harmful

WEBSome potentially harmful chemicals have been found in e-cigarettes. But levels are usually low and generally far lower than in tobacco cigarettes. There is no good evidence that …

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