Our “Get Cancer Clever” campaign aims to help everyone in Greater Manchester understand everything they need to know about cancer. What are the signs and symptoms you should look out for? What screening programmes are you eligible for? And why is it important?
Could you spot the signs?
The earlier cancer is found, the easier it is to treat. The NHS wants everyone to know the key symptoms to look out for, including:
- A lump or swelling anywhere on the body
- A cough or breathlessness lasting more than three weeks
- Unexplained bleeding (in pee, poo, or between periods)
- Heartburn that lasts for three weeks or more
- Unexplained tiredness, pain, loss of appetite, or weight loss
Dr Sarah Taylor, a Manchester GP, explains:
“Most of the time, these symptoms aren’t cancer – but it’s always worth getting them checked. If it is cancer, catching it early makes all the difference. We want people to know that their GP is here for them.”
Resources to help you
If you’ve visited “This Van Can”, or you’ve seen our posts on social media, you may have come to this page looking for more detailed information about cancer signs, symptoms of screening. We have gathered together a range of links to NHS, charity and other websites and resources.
General cancer information resources
NHS Cancer page – Cancer – NHS
Signs and symptoms of cancer – CRUK – Cancer signs and symptoms | Cancer Research UK
Signs and symptoms of cancer – Macmillan Cancer Support – Understanding cancer symptoms | Macmillan Cancer Support
Information by cancer type
Cancer screening
- NHS – Cervical screening informaton – Cervical screening – NHS
- NHS – Bowel screening information – Bowel cancer screening – NHS
- NHS – Breast screening information – Breast screening (mammogram) – NHS
- Cancer Screening Bolton website – Cancer Screening Bolton – Check it. Screen it. Beat it.
- Greater Manchester Cancer Alliance – suite of cervical screening videos for women with learning disabilities and / or autism
Other support
Greater Manchester Cancer Health and Wellbeing hub – Health and Wellbeing Hub – Greater Manchester Cancer