I had no idea when we posed for this photo in a packed festival crowd that anything was wrong. I remember thinking how amazing it was that my dad, at the age of 69, was still going to music festivals with me. Not only that, but he absolutely rocked out to Guns n Roses at … Read more
Experts have warned that getting a tattoo could increase someone’s risk of blood cancer by 21 percent. Researchers from Lynd University in Sweden have discovered a potential link between tattoos and cancer developing in the lymphatic system. Their findings are part of a push to find out the potential impact of tattoos on the body … Read more
Cancer is a disease that will shockingly affect 1 in 2 people in the UK, with 1,000 more receiving a diagnosis each day. Sadly, only half of those diagnosed with cancer survive for a decade or more post-diagnosis, highlighting the critical importance of early detection. This is why GPs constantly urge individuals to remain vigilant … Read more
Cancer experts and dieticians have revealed the foods that can increase your risk of cancer – and what you should avoid to cut your chances of developing the disease. There are around 375,000 new cancer cases in the UK every year, that’s around 1,000 every day, according to Cancer Research UK. While it’s impossible to avoid every carcinogen – … Read more
An expert has warned to be on the lookout for a “common” symptom of a killer cancer that can appear on the hands. Speaking exclusively to Express.co.uk, Simon Ridley – who is Leukaemia UK’s director of research and advocacy revealed that bruising on the hands could be a sign of leukaemia. Leukaemia is a type of … Read more
Head and neck cancers affect the mouth, nose and throat, and they are becoming more and more prevalent. Every year more than 12,000 people in the UK are diagnosed with head and neck cancers, with Cancer Research UK saying incidence rates have increased by a third since the early 1990s. That’s largely thanks to the … Read more
The early warning signs of cancer can be subtle, but knowing what to look for can unlock the path to earlier diagnosis. That’s why you must pay attention to any new or unexplained changes, ranging from breathlessness to blood in your pee. Getting tested could put your mind at rest. Therefore, an expert has urged … Read more
The American Cancer Society’s recently released annual report predicts a record-breaking number of cancer diagnoses in the US this year. Surprisingly, while the incidence is set to surpass two million cases, there is a positive trend as fewer individuals are dying of the disease. Dr. William Dahut, Chief Scientific Officer at the ACS, noted a … Read more
When parents Scott and Natalie Bolton first noticed their daughter Ava was pale and lethargic in December 2022 they thought she might have picked up a virus. The three-year-old was also vomiting. But when she started walking with a limp and then developed bruising around her eyes they sought medical help. Scott, 34, recalled: “She … Read more
