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The Latest Breaking News from Cancer Research UK

Cancer death rates hit historic new low across the UK, study shows

Cancer Research UK data suggests death rates have fallen by 11 per cent

The Independent UK

Cancer death rate in Britain down by almost a third since 1980s

Huge improvements in prevention, diagnosis and treatment have driven the fall, Cancer Research UK says

The Guardian - UK

Quarter of healthy years lost to breast cancer are due to lifestyle factors, research finds

Largest study of its kind suggests high red meat consumption has biggest impact, followed by smoking

The Guardian - UK

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Vegetarian diet can reduce the risk of five cancers by almost a third

However vegetarians have a doubled risk of developing the most common type of oesophagus cancer

The Independent UK

Vegetarian diet can slash the risk of five cancers by as much as 30% – study

A study led by experts at the University of Oxford found a lower risk of prostate and kidney cancer, among others.

The Independent UK

Am I more likely to get ovarian cancer as I get older?

Age is the primary risk factor for ovarian cancer.

The Independent UK

Smoke-free law could see use drop below 5% in young people

Smoking is responsible for more than a quarter of cancer deaths in the UK

The Independent UK

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Top preventable cancer causes in UK revealed – and how to cut your risk

Researchers estimate that 7.1 million of the 18.7 million cancer cases diagnosed globally in 2022 were preventable

The Independent UK

NHS to Save Hundreds of Lives Yearly by Boosting Accuracy of Key Cancer Test in England

NHS England lowers bowel cancer FIT test threshold from 120 to 80 micrograms, set to detect 600 more early cancers yearly.

International Business Times UK

The NHS cancer screenings you’re eligible for – and how to request a test

Eligibility for these vital NHS health checks varies significantly by age and location

The Independent UK

Rural and coastal areas of England to get more cancer doctors

Government says plan will help end postcode lottery in access to diagnostic tests and treatment

The Guardian - UK

Ads for sunbed firms banned for misleading and irresponsible safety claims

Long-standing advice from the NHS and Cancer Research UK says there is no safe or healthy way to get a tan using UV radiation.

Evening Standard

Researchers discover new treatments to prevent growth of two cancers

The research looked at the genes which can cause cancer, with a focus on the bowel and liver

The Independent UK

Researchers discover new treatments for liver and bowel cancer

Scientists hope to ‘tackle the disease at its beginnings’ after a genetic breakthrough.

Evening Standard

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King Charles 'deeply touched' by reaction to 'milestone' cancer message

King Charles said he was deeply touched by the public and media reaction to his cancer recovery message, which boosted awareness of screening and led to a surge in people checking their eligibility.

The Independent UK

Cancer charity reveals huge impact of Charles’ video message

Tens of thousands of people have visited a cancer screening website after the message

The Independent UK

How to get a cancer screening – as King Charles warns of missed opportunities

Monarch ‘deeply troubled’ 9 million people in UK are not up to date with cancer screenings, as he opens up about own diagnosis

The Guardian - UK

King Charles hails reduction in cancer treatment as ‘milestone’ in his recovery

King extols early diagnosis which can give ‘invaluable time’ and backs launch of screening checker tool

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Evening Standard

King Charles to share 'personal message' about cancer recovery in Channel 4 broadcast

Charles is set to give an update on his cancer diagnosis and recovery on Friday as part of campaign by Cancer Research UK and Channel 4

The Guardian - UK

What is prostate cancer and should I be worried if I wee a lot at night?

While risk of developing prostate cancer increases as you age, some groups are much more likely to get it than others

The Guardian - UK

What is prostate cancer and how is it diagnosed in the UK?

As David Cameron receives treatment and backs calls for an NHS screening programme, we look at the disease and its treatment

The Independent UK

Eight symptoms that could be a sign of cancer

A persistent cough and unexplained tiredness are among the symptoms you should get checked out

The Independent UK

Father ignored bowel cancer symptoms for months before diagnosis

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The Independent UK

Dad diagnosed with cancer after dismissing stomach pain as IBS

Steve Browne, 59, was diagnosed with bowel cancer in 2012, aged 45

The Independent UK

People putting off getting potential cancer symptoms checked, charity warns

Cancer Research UK surveyed 6,844 people via YouGov in the UK to understand what prevented people getting help.

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