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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Camilla Foster

The nine minor health issues that could be early signs of lung cancer

NHS England announced in May that it would introduce a pioneering liquid biopsy blood test, offering new hope to lung and breast cancer patients.

The innovative test is a world-first, and analyses tumour DNA fragments circulating in the bloodstream, enabling doctors to prescribe personalised treatments more swiftly. It is expected that 15,000 patients will benefit from the rollout each year.

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