cancer signs and symptoms

This Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month [March], the Public Health Agency (PHA) is reminding people to be aware of the signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer. In Northern Ireland there were 1,019 cases of ovarian cancer (including fallopian tube) diagnosed during 2018 – 2022. This is around 200 cases per year on average. The PHA is urging women to speak to their GP as soon as possible if they notice any of the common symptoms. Dr Tracy Owen, Deputy Director of Public Health at the PHA, said: “Ovarian cancer is more common in women who have been through the menopause, usually in those over the age of

This Lung Cancer Awareness Month (November) the Public Health Agency (PHA) is reminding people to be aware of the signs and symptoms of lung cancer and to know how to reduce your risk. Lung cancer is one of the most common cancers in Northern Ireland, with the latest published data showing that there were 1,367 people diagnosed with the disease here in 2022. Dr Louise Herron, Consultant in Service Development and Screening at the PHA, said: “Lung cancer is more common in people over 50, but no matter what age you are, it is so important to be aware of the signs and symptoms of the disease as

A new campaign has been launched in community pharmacies across Northern Ireland to raise awareness of the signs and symptoms of cancer and help with early diagnosis. The ‘Be Cancer Aware’ campaign is running in community pharmacies this April and May as part of the Living Well service. It highlights the role of pharmacy teams in providing advice and support, and encourages people who may be experiencing possible cancer symptoms to talk to their GP. It also aims to promote healthy changes to help reduce the risk of developing cancer in the future. Dr Anna Cullen, Public Health Registrar at the