Cancer
1 in 2 people will develop some form of cancer during their lifetime.
There are more than 200 different types of cancer. The most common cancers in the UK are:
- Breast Cancer
- Lung Cancer
- Prostate Cancer
- Bowel Cancer
Each cancer is diagnosed and treated in a particular way. Surgery is the first treatment to try too firstly remove solid tumours. Then other treatments used are chemotherapy or radiotherapy.
Be aware of changes to your body, such as lumps appearing, unexplained bleeding or changes to your bowl habits.
Making lifestyle changes could reduce the risk of developing cancer, such as eating a healthy diet, exercising regularly and not smoking.>/p>
If you have any concerns, make an appointment to see your GP so they can investigate. Finding cancer early means it can be easier to treat.
Further information:
Executors and Guardians
Financial Considerations When Making a Will
Glossary
How to make a Will?
Inheritance Tax
Lasting Power of Attorney
Organ Donations, End of Life and Hospice Care
Planning Your Funeral
Special Types of Wills
Useful Contacts/Organisations
What happens if I die Intestate?
Where Should I Keep my Will?
Why make a Will?
