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1 in 3 women who get breast cancer are over 70 (poster)
This poster is aimed at women aged over 70.
1 in 3 women who get breast cancer are over 70 (Rani Atma)
An A4 poster featuring campaign case study and cancer survivor, Rani Atma.
1 in 3 women who get breast cancer are over 70 (Yvonne)
An A4 poster featuring campaign case study and cancer survivor, Yvonne.
1 in 3 women who get breast cancer are over 70, so don't assume you're past it
This Be Clear on Cancer - Breast campaign leaflet details breast cancer signs and symptoms.
1 in 3 women who get breast cancer are over 70, so don't assume you're past it (A4 poster - Margaret Underwood)
A poster featuring campaign case study and cancer survivor, Margaret Underwood. The Be Clear on Cancer (breast cancer) campaign is aimed at women over 70.
4 in 10 cancers can be prevented
This poster shows the proportions of cancer cases in the UK linked to risk factors which are theoretically preventable by lifestyle and other changes.
A change to a mole isn't the only sign of skin cancer (A3 poster)
A skin cancer prevention poster, featuring cancer survivor Bill Norton.
A change to a mole isn't the only sign of skin cancer - Dr Adrian Burt (A4 poster)
A change to a mole isn't the only sign of skin cancer.
Be clear on cancer (small blue dispenser)
A small blue cardboard dispenser for 'Be Clear on Cancer' cards.
Be clear on cancer - breast cancer (symptoms card)
A symptom card to support the Be Clear on Cancer campaign for women over 70.
Be sunsmart - kids cook quick
This striking A3 poster of two blonde boys emphasises the fact that children burn more easily and asks parents to keep them covered.
Be sunsmart - see beyond the tan (women)
Using sunbeds can cause skin cancer. This leaflet, aimed at women, explains the risk to your health from using sunbeds and redresses some common misconceptions.
Be sunsmart - see beyond the tan (women, poster)
This A3 poster highlights the health risks from using sunbeds.
Been coughing for 3 weeks or more? (A4 poster)
If someone has been coughing for 3 weeks, it could be a sign of lung disease, including cancer. Finding it early makes it more treatable. The message is "don't ignore it, tell your doctor".
Being active is important for cancer (A4 flyer)
This patient information leaflet contains a summary of key information and practical tips on physical activity for Cancer patients. Share it online, by social media or print it out. It can also be used as a poster on the wall.
Bowel cancer screening - an easy guide
A leaflet about bowel cancer screening, developed by and for people with learning disabilities.
Bowel scope screening
NHS bowel scope screening is a new test to help prevent bowel cancer. It does this by finding and removing any small growths called polyps, in the bowel that could eventually turn into cancer.
Bowel screening saves lives (A3 poster)
An A3 poster for doctors, pharmacists and nurses across primary care to promote bowel screening.
Breast cancer - the key facts
This short booklet looks at what breast cancer is, what can cause it, early detection and breast awareness.
Breast cancer and how to spot it (easy read)
An easy read version of the Breast Cancer campaign leaflet.
Cervical screening can stop cancer before it starts (A3 poster)
An A4 poster to target all eligible women aged 25 – 64 in the new cervical screening campaign.
Cervical screening can stop cancer before it starts (card)
A wallet sized concertina information card about the importance of having cervical screening. Sections include: What is cervical screening? Do I need a screening? What will happen during my appointment? Tips to make you more comfortable How do I book my screening?
Cervical screening can stop cancer before it starts - post it note (A4 poster)
This A4 poster promotes the new cervical screening campaign with the message "don't ignore your cervical screening invite letter. If you've missed your last cervical screening, book an appointment with your GP practice now". The target audience is all eligible women aged 25 – 64.
Do you have either of these symptoms? Tell your doctor (large print)
This leaflet tells the patient about why it is important to see a doctor if they have had a cough for more than 3 weeks, and why it is important you see a doctor if they get out of breath doing things they used to be able to do.
Do you know or look after someone over 50? (Carers briefing)
This pdf is a carers briefing with details of the messaging for the campaign and what carers can do to advise whom they are caring for.
Don't forget to have your HPV vaccination! (A3 poster)
An A3 poster to promote the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination programme in schools.
Every 15 cigarettes smoked causes a mutation in your body
A poster reminding smokers about the physical damage caused by smoking. The 'mutation' image illustrates the harm caused by all forms of cigarette.
Feeling bloated most days for 3 weeks could be a sign of ovarian cancer (poster, A4)
This poster encourages women with persistent bloating to see their doctor in case it is a symptom of ovarian cancer.
Feeling bloated, most days, for 3 weeks could be a sign of ovarian cancer (Dr Barbara Barrie)
This poster encourages women with persistent bloating to see their doctor in case it is a symptom of ovarian cancer.
Food sticking when you swallow could be a sign of cancer (A4 poster)
A poster to promote the oesophageal cancer campaign (with Dr Jane Scott).
Get out of breath doing things you used to be able to do? (A4 poster)
If someone gets out of breath doing things they used to be able to do, it could be a sign of lung or heart disease, or even cancer. Finding it early makes it more treatable. The message is "don't ignore it, tell your doctor".
Have you had a cough for more than 3 weeks? (easy read)
This leaflet tells the patient about why it is important to see a doctor if they have had a cough for more than 3 weeks, and why it is important you see a doctor if they get out of breath doing things they used to be able to do.
Have you seen blood in your pee, even once? Then it is time to tell your doctor (easy read)
An easy read version of the Blood in Pee campaign leaflet.
Having a smear test - an easy guide
A leaflet about cervical screening by and for women with learning disabilities.
Having heartburn, most days, for 3 weeks or more (A4 poster)
A 'Be Clear On Cancer' oesophageal cancer campaign poster with Dr David Isaac .
How to try to not get cancer (easy read)
An easy read leaflet providing information on how to reduce your cancer risk, using simple language and pictures.
If for the last 3 weeks you've had blood in your poo or it's been looser, don't sit there, tell your doctor (A3 poster)
The early symptoms of bowel cancer can include changes in your bowel habits. This leaflet encourages people to speak to their doctor if they have any concerns.
If you notice blood in your pee, even if it's just the once, tell your doctor
Around 19,100 people in England are diagnosed with bladder or kidney cancer each year. Both cancers affect men and women, although they are more common in men. Bladder and kidney cancers can affect people of all ages but are most common in people over 50. This leaflet provides important information on what causes these cancers, how to spot it, seeing your doctor, and reducing your risk of cancer.
If you notice blood in your pee, even if it's just the once, tell your doctor (A3 poster - female)
If someone notices blood in their pee, even if it's just the once, they must tell their doctor straight away.
If you notice blood in your pee, even if it's just the once, tell your doctor (A3 poster - male)
If someone notices blood in their pee, even if it's just the once, they must tell their doctor straight away.
If you notice blood in your pee, even if it's just the once, tell your doctor (A4 poster - female)
If someone notices blood in their pee, even if it's just the once, they must tell their doctor straight away.
If you notice blood in your pee, even if it's just the once, tell your doctor (A4 poster - male)
If someone notices blood in their pee, even if it's just the once, they must tell their doctor straight away.
It's cancer. You're bound to have questions (poster)
It's cancer. You're bound to have questions. We'll help you find the answers.
Keeping your bowel healthy - easy read
An easy read A4 booklet to help someone understand the steps they can take for good bowel health and to reduce their risk of bowel cancer.
Know 4 sure - Dr Barbara Barrie (poster, A3)
This poster outlines the 4 keys signs to look out for when it comes to detecting possible early signs of cancer and encourages people to talk to their doctor if they notice any of these.
Know the facts about common skin cancers
There are two main kinds of skin cancer : melanoma, and non-melanoma. This leaflet deals specifically with the more common, non-melanoma types of skin cancer.
Know your body - spot cancer early (bowel cancer)
This leaflet contains information on how to spot the symptoms of bowel cancer early and reduce your risk.
Know your body - spot cancer early (breast cancer)
This leaflet contains information on how to spot the symptoms of breast cancer early and reduce your risk.
Know your body - spot cancer early (cervical cancer)
This leaflet contains information on how to spot the symptoms of cervical cancer early and reduce your risk.
Know your body - spot cancer early (lung cancer)
This leaflet contains information on how to spot the symptoms of lung cancer early and reduce your risk.
Know your body - spot cancer early (prostate cancer)
This leaflet contains information on how to spot the symptoms of prostate cancer early and reduce your risk.
Know your body - spot cancer early (skin cancer)
This leaflet contains information on how to spot the symptoms of skin cancer early and reduce your risk.
Know your breasts (A3 poster)
This A3 poster illustrates the signs and symptoms of breast cancer to be aware of, and highlights the message that any new change should be reported to your GP. A breast change could be a sign of cancer, but get any changes checked as soon as you can.
Know your breasts (A4 poster)
This A4 poster illustrates the signs and symptoms of breast cancer to be aware of, and highlights the message that any new change should be reported to your GP.
Know your breasts - a guide to breast awareness and screening
This booklet explains the normal breast changes that can happen at different times throughout your life and how to be aware of any unusual changes.
Let's be clear. If for the last 3 weeks you've had blood in your poo (poster, A3)
The early symptoms of bowel cancer can include changes in your bowel habits.This poster encourages people to contact their doctor if they have any concerns.
Let's eat and drink healthily
This leaflet provides practical guidance on how to reduce the risk of cancer by eating and drinking healthily.
Let's stay safe in the sun
This leaflet talks about how to enjoy the sun safely and reduce the risk of skin cancer and when you need to protect yourself.
NHS bowel cancer screening - having a colonoscopy
A leaflet sent to individuals following an abnormal result from bowel scope screening.
NHS bowel cancer screening - helping you decide
The NHS Bowel Cancer Screening Programme now uses the new faecal immunochemical test (FIT) kit. This leaflet relates to the FIT test.
NHS breast screening - helping you decide
This leaflet provides information on the NHS breast screening programme to help eligible women make an informed choice about whether to participate.
NHS breast screening programme - 71 or over?
This leaflet is about NHS breast screening for women aged 71 or over.
NHS Cervical Screening - having a colposcopy
A leaflet to send to women referred for colposcopy, after an abnormal cervical screening result.
NHS cervical screening - helping you decide
This leaflet is sent to all women invited for NHS cervical screening.
Obesity is a cause of cancer (A3 poster)
Obesity is the biggest preventable cause of cancer after smoking. This poster highlights that message.
Over 70? You can still have breast screening if you choose
Breast screening is a way of detecting breast cancer, often at a very early stage. It involves X-rays called mammograms. This leaflet tells you more about breast screening if you are over 70 and what you are entitled to.
Questions about cancer (A3 poster)
An A3 poster promoting our free patient information services - a website, confidential nurse helpline and online discussion forum.
Save our skin/understanding UV
Ultra violet radiation (UVR) from the sun can cause sunburn and damage to the skin which may lead to skin cancer.
Shunburn - these steps can help prevent 80% of the most serious types of skin cancer (A3 poster)
It’s the damage done to your skin when you’re young that could lead to skin cancer developing in later life, so it's vital to get clued up now and protect yourself from the sun.
Simple steps for good bowel health
This booklet contains simple steps someone can take to keep their bowel healthy.
Skin cancer - don't get caught out (women)
This A3 poster, aimed at women, highlights the need to protect yourself from sunburn.
Skin damage - also available in the UK
This A6 postcard emphasises the impact of the sun in the UK. Someone doesn't have to be abroad to burn and damage their skin.
Skin damage also availabe in the UK (A3 poster)
An A3 poster emphasising the impact of the sun in the UK. You don't have to be abroad to burn or damage your skin.
Skindex / Are you at risk?
Not everyone's skin offers the same level of protection in the sun. This 'skin type' chart gives an idea of how much care is needed in the sun. The reverse side encourages people to slip on a shirt, seek out shade and slap on sunscreen - and to advise a doctor of any changes to a mole or patch of skin.
Spotting cancer early saves lives (easy read)
An easy read leaflet providing information on early diagnosis, using simple language and pictures.
Spotting cancer early saves lives - information for men
.A leaflet for men covering cancer screening and the importance of early diagnosis.
Spotting cancer early saves lives - information for women
A leaflet for women covering cancer screening and the importance of early diagnosis.
Spotting cancer early saves lives - wallet card
This wallet sized fold-out card covers cancer screening and the importance of early diagnosis for both men and women.
Staying safe in the sun
In the past 30 years, skin cancer has risen faster than any cancer in the UK. It is important to stay protected from UVA - which is associated with skin ageing, and UVB which is responsible for sun burning.
Summer wise - how to protect yourself in hot weather
While summer may lift our spirits, temperatures can become dangerously hot. Anyone can be affected by the heat but you may be especially at risk if you're living with a long-term health condition or on some medications.
The ABCD E-asy way to check your moles
There are three types of cancer and all look different. This leaflet tells explains a few of the changes that might indicate a 'melanoma', which is the deadliest form of skin cancer.
The cancer guide
This booklet is for anyone living with cancer. There is also information for carers, family members and friends. This booklet explains what cancer is and what to expect.
The facts about bowel cancer (card)
This credit card sized leaflet summarises the facts about bowel cancer, what to look out for and how to reduce your risk.
Tummy troubles for 3 weeks or more?
The Be Clear on Cancer campaigns aim to improve early diagnosis of cancer by raising public awareness of signs and/or symptoms of cancer, and to encourage people to see their GP without delay.
Want to cut your cancer risk?
This leaflet highlights the importance of living a healthy lifestyle and top tips for reducing the risk of cancer.
Warning: sunburn can double your risk of skin cancer
This poster warns that sunburn can double the risk of skin cancer and advises of key ways to avoid burning: seeking shade, covering up, protecting children and applying sun cream generously.
What do smoking and obesity have in common?
A poster supporting the Cancer Research Obesity campaign which can be displayed in GP surgeries and primary care settings.
What is bowel cancer? What it is, who's at risk and what to look out for
This leaflet explains what bowel cancer is, who's at risk and what symptoms to look out for.
What you need to know about e-cigarettes (cancer insight for GPs)
This edition of Cancer Insight provides GPs with need-to-know information on the relative safety of e-cigarettes compared to tobacco and answers some common patient questions.
Why have I been referred urgently to the hospital?
A leaflet explaining the urgent two week referral system. Available as download only.
Worried about the symptoms of ovarian cancer?
A guide to Ovarian Cancer symptoms.
You can be smoke free
Giving up smoking is the best thing someone can do for their health. As many as two out of three long-term smokers die from smoking-related illnesses.
You were right, my cervical screening was nothing to worry about (A4 poster)
An A4 poster to target all eligible women aged 25 – 64 in the new cervical screening campaign.
Your breasts, your health (poster, A3)
Your breasts, your health. It's important whatever your age, size or shape to take care of your breasts.
Your breasts, your health (poster, A4)
It is important for women of any age, size or shape to take care of their breasts. This poster encourages women to contact Breast Cancer Care with any questions about breast health.
Your breasts, your health - a quick guide to being breast aware
Breast cancer is the most common cancer in the UK. This booklet explains how to check breasts, when to see the doctor, how the breast screening programme works and how to reduce the risk of getting breast cancer.