There are more than 200 different types of cancer that can cause many different symptoms. Knowing what is normal for your body means you are more likely to recognise new symptoms. Detecting cancer at an early stage can save lives. Self-checks including...
New Year’s resolutions start to wane and the good intention of giving up alcohol is now passing as we return to our usual drinking habits. However, are we really aware of the risk of drinking alcohol? Alcohol is a powerful chemical that can have a wide range of...
Bowel cancer: the facts Bowel cancer is also known as colorectal cancer. It is a cancer of the large bowel or rectum. Bowel cancer is the fourth most common cancer in the UK and the second biggest cancer killer. Over 42,000 people are diagnosed with bowel...
November 21 2019 marks World Pancreatic Cancer Day, a day dedicated to the combined efforts of more than 80 organisations from over 30 countries to inspire action for better outcomes for pancreatic cancer. It is essential to raise awareness of this specific cancer,...
Influenza is a viral infection of the respiratory tract and is highly infectious. Symptoms include sudden onset of fever, chills, muscle pain, fatigue, headache, dry cough, sore throat and stuffy nose. Most healthy individuals usually recover within two to seven...
What is the prostate gland? The prostate is a small gland found only in men and contributes to the production of healthy sperm. It is about the size and shape of a walnut, however it tends to get bigger with increasing age. It lies just below the bladder and surrounds...
