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Find out about different types of cancer

There are around 200 different types of cancer. Some are very common, while others are extremely rare.

Cancers of the lung, breast, bowel and prostate account for over half of all new cases, whereas some types of blood cancer make up less than 1 in 100 new cases.

In this section you will find 'at a glance' information on the most common cancers, including risk factors and symptoms.

Select a cancer type from the drop-down menu below to find out more...

If you or a friend or relative have been diagnosed with cancer, you will find much more detailed information on our patient information site, CancerHelp UK.