November is lung cancer awareness month, and so we have prepared a pack of social media assets to support with raising awareness of the signs and symptoms of lung cancer. The pack includes our "signs and symptoms of lung cancer" animation, some quote tiles from some of our lung cancer patient representatives, and suggested wording and alt text.
Adding a link to a post
Research is currently indicating that links in a social media post result in a less positive performance. If you would like to add a link to any of these posts, we would suggest that you do this in the first comment, using the copy:
For more information about the signs and symptoms of lung cancer, visit Lung cancer - NHS
Please use the hashtag #GMLungCancer with your posts.
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Get to know the signs of lung cancer so you can find it early.
Early detection makes treatment easier. If you notice symptoms, contact your GP. #GMLungCancer |
A blue tile, with a cartoon image of lungs and a magnifying glass. The copy reads "catching cancer early makes it much more treatable." |
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Lung cancer is much more treatable when found early so it’s important to know the signs: ·Breathlessness ·Unexplained weight loss If you notice these symptoms, and they have lasted for three weeks or more, your GP wants to see you. #GMLungCancer |
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“Anyone with lungs can get lung cancer”.
Approximately 10% to 20% of people who develop lung cancer have never smoked. So it’s important to know the signs of lung cancer even if you’re not a smoker. #GMLungCancer |
Tile with a blue hexagon and a photo of a lady wearing glasses and a purple t-shirt, smiling at the camera. The copy reads: "Anyone with lungs can get lung cancer. Ten years ago, as a never smoker, i never thought it could happen to me. I am on long term treatment and am able to get on with life. If you have any symptoms please get checked out. The earlier the diagnosis the better. Sally Hall, lung cancer patient." |
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Treatments for lung cancer are improving all the time. Many people go on to live a normal life after treatment.
Finding it early can make all the difference. If you have:
please contact your GP to get it checked out. #GMLungCancer |
Tile with a blue hexagon and a photo of a lady wearing a purple t-shirt, smiling at the camera. The text reads; "November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month. Should you have any symptoms please don't wait, see your doctor as soon as you can. Lung cancer treatment is getting better all the time. Sally Hayton, lung cancer patient". |