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The Latest Breaking News from Cancer Research 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 · Feb 18

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 · Feb 11

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 · Feb 3

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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 · Jan 26

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 · Jan 23

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 · Jan 22

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 · Jan 21

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Researchers discover new treatments for liver and bowel cancer

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

Evening Standard · Jan 19

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 · Jan 19

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.

BANG Premier · Dec 13, 2025

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 · Dec 13, 2025

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 Independent UK · Dec 13, 2025

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

The Guardian - UK · Dec 12, 2025

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

Evening Standard · Dec 12, 2025

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The Guardian - UK · Nov 28, 2025

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 · Nov 25, 2025

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 · Nov 19, 2025

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 · Nov 19, 2025

Father ignored bowel cancer symptoms for months before diagnosis

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The Independent UK · Nov 19, 2025

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 · Nov 19, 2025

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.

The Independent UK · Nov 13, 2025

Ultra-processed food consumption linked to pre-cancerous growths in new study

Experts said the study shows how diet can influence changes in the bowel which could lead to cancer

Evening Standard · Nov 1, 2025

Retired banker ‘proud and exhausted’ as he completes 200 marathons in 200 days

Steve James, 66, has spent the last seven months completing a 5,240-mile course along the British coast.

The Independent UK · Oct 14, 2025

The cream you can pick up at the pharmacy that can help fight skin cancer

Research shows common steroid creams can shrink melanoma tumours

The Independent UK · Oct 14, 2025

Simple steroid creams ‘could help the body fight cancer’

Experts believe the way steroids work could have a powerful effect in fighting different forms of the disease.

Evening Standard · Oct 10, 2025

Cancer Research to close 88 stores - full list revealed

Cancer Research UK will close over 80 shops as part of a major shake-up of its retail network amid rising costs and shifting shopper habits

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