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Spot cancer early

We know that people are more likely to survive cancer if it’s found at an early stage. So spotting cancer early can make a real difference.

How to spot lung, mouth, bowel, breast, testicular and skin cancer early.

Watch our new videos on bowel, breast, mouth and lung cancers and hear stories from doctors and survivors.

See your doctor quickly if you notice any unusual, persistent changes

Read our tips on visiting your doctor and talking to them about your symptoms.

Spotting cancer early can help to beat the disease

Thousands of people beat cancer every year. Doing so is easier when cancer’s diagnosed at an early stage.

Screening for cancer

Find out about the national screening programmes for breast, bowel and cervical cancers.

National Awareness and Early Diagnosis Initiative

The National Awareness and Early Diagnosis Initiative (NAEDI) works to promote the earlier diagnosis of cancer.