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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Health
Jane Kirby

Dad diagnosed with cancer after dismissing stomach pain as IBS

Many Brits are postponing checks for potential cancer symptoms, largely due to perceived difficulties in securing GP appointments and a tendency to downplay the severity of their health concerns, a new poll indicates.

A Cancer Research UK survey of 6,844 people, conducted by YouGov, revealed that over half (53 per cent) anticipated challenges in booking an appointment, with 47 per cent actually experiencing them.

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