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Hi @ElizabethDavies this is such great feedback and so good to hear! Would you be happy for us to use your quote to promote the course to others? If so let us know if you'd be happy for us to use your forename and role title (if you can provide the latter) or use anonymously if you'd prefer. Thanks
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Thank you for drawing our attention to this @SamanthaGoudie ! The link is now fixed :)
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Emma Fox replied to Andrew Medley
Hi @AndrewMedley thank you so much for the positive feedback. This is such a lovely comment about the course, we wondered if you'd be happy for us to use in marketing it to others, either anonymously or with your first name and job title if you're happy to provide? Thank you
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Emma Fox replied to Julie Taylor
Hi @JulieTaylor thank you so much for the positive feedback. This is such a lovely comment about the course, we wondered if you'd be happy for us to use in marketing it to others, either anonymously or with your first name and job title if you're happy to provide? Thank you
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Emma Fox replied to Jennifer Hutchinson
Hi @JenniferHutchinson we're really pleased you found the course helpful. This is such great feedback, we wondered if you'd mind us using in our marketing to help others understand the value of the course. Let us know if you'd be ok with that, either using the quote anonymously or with your first name and role title (if you wish to provide that). Thanks
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Emma Fox made a comment
If you'd like to continue learning how to talk about cancer and health, you can join our Talk Cancer online community. It's a closed Facebook group dedicated to our trainees, where you'll have access to exclusive bitesize content to continue to support your conversations about cancer prevention, early diagnosis and helping people make healthy changes. Join...
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Emma Fox made a comment
Hi all, with the current situation across the world we wanted to provide a link to Cancer Research UK guidance on coronavirus (COVID-19) for people with cancer. https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/cancer-in-general/coronavirus
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Emma Fox made a comment
Hi all, with the current situation across the world we wanted to provide a link to Cancer Research UK guidance on coronavirus (COVID-19) for people with cancer. https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/cancer-in-general/coronavirus
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Emma Fox replied to Heloise robinson
Hi Helen, we're really pleased you found the course helpful. This is such great feedback, we wondered if you'd mind us using in our marketing to help others understand the value of the course. Let us know if you'd be ok with that, either using the quote anonymously or with your first name and role title (if you wish to provide that). Thanks
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Brilliant thank you @AmberHadley !
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Hi @AmberHadley thank you so much for your wonderful feedback, it's hugely appreciated. Would you mind us using your comment to help promote the course to others? We can keep it anonymous if you prefer, please do let us know.
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Emma Fox made a comment
If you'd like to continue learning how to talk about cancer and health, you can join our Talk Cancer online community. It's a closed Facebook group dedicated to our trainees, where you'll have access to exclusive bitesize content around cancer prevention, early diagnosis and how to help people make healthy changes. Join here...
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Emma Fox replied to Anastasia M
Hi @AnastasiaM thanks for your question. There is a small increase in breast cancer risk for women who first give birth at older ages, compared to women who first give birth at younger ages. Age at first giving birth also affects womb and cervical cancer risk. But there are lots of other factors that affect when or if a women gives birth, and the differences...
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Emma Fox made a comment
Hi all, with the current situation across the world we wanted to provide a link to Cancer Research UK guidance on coronavirus (COVID-19) for people with cancer. https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/cancer-in-general/coronavirus
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Emma Fox made a comment
Hi all, with the current situation across the world we wanted to provide a link to Cancer Research UK guidance on coronavirus (COVID-19) for people with cancer. https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/cancer-in-general/coronavirus
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Emma Fox replied to Esther Muya
Overall, evidence from trials of prostate screening has shown that prostate cancer screening does not reduce the number of men dying from prostate cancer.
A high level of PSA can be a sign of cancer. But PSA levels can also be raised in prostate conditions that are not cancer (are benign) or if there is an infection.A diagnosis of cancer is not usually made...
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Hi @LisaCornish , the national bowel screening programme in England is for people aged 60-74. The screening programme uses a test called a faecal immunochemical test, which involves taking samples of poo and checking them for tiny traces of blood, which can be a sign of bowel cancer. While most people will experience bowel screening for the first time at age...
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Emma Fox replied to Barbara S.
Hi @BarbaraS. - replying on this post of the same question too just in case you miss the other one. This article explains in more depth how alcohol can cause cancer...
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Emma Fox replied to Barbara S.
Hi @BarbaraS. you can read more about the chemicals and the mechanisms of action for cell damage here...
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Emma Fox replied to joanne williams
Hi Joanne, you can find out more about all the potential causes of cancer here, including pollution and some cancer myths https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/causes-of-cancer
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Emma Fox replied to Saqib Khan
Hi @SaqibKhan thanks for your question - apologies for the delayed response, I needed to get our medical writers to advise. A new born baby is usually not at any direct risk of cancer if the mother is diagnosed when pregnant. There have only been a handful of cases ever recorded. This is because the unborn child’s immune system and the placenta are very...
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Emma Fox made a comment
Hi all, with the current situation across the world we wanted to provide a link to Cancer Research UK guidance on coronavirus (COVID-19) for people with cancer. https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/cancer-in-general/coronavirus
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Emma Fox made a comment
Hi all, with the current situation across the world we wanted to provide a link to Cancer Research UK guidance on coronavirus (COVID-19) for people with cancer. https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/cancer-in-general/coronavirus
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Hi @SeherShiekh - we are so glad you found this course valuable. to This is such a wonderful comment, would you mind if we used it to help promote the course to others, with your name or anonymously if you'd prefer. Let us know here or at talkcancer@cancer.org.uk
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Hi @JennyChantratita - we are so glad you found this course valuable. to This is such a wonderful comment, would you mind if we used it to help promote the course to others, with your name or anonymously if you'd prefer. Let us know here or at talkcancer@cancer.org.uk
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Emma Fox replied to Magdalena Witt
Hi @MagdalenaWitt. There is no evidence of a direct link between stress and cancer - studies have looked at lots of people for several years and found no evidence that those who are more stressed are more likely to get cancer.
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Emma Fox replied to Peter WILSON
Hi Peter, you will be able to join a future run. You can access each run of the course for up to 5 weeks, but if you'd like to return after that you can just sign up to the next. Or upgrade for unlimited access :)
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Emma Fox replied to Catherine Briggs
Hi @CatherineBriggs we're so glad you're finding this course valuable. Please do feel free to share it with colleagues at MacMillan, and do get in touch with us if you would like any promotional materials on talkcancer@cancer.org.uk
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Emma Fox replied to Laxmi Bajracharya
Hi Laxi, there is some research where results seem to suggest a link between drinking very hot tea every day and increased risk of squamous cell oesophageal cancer. However, this cancer is very rare. Even in this high-risk (where drinking very hot tea is extremely common) population, only 0.6% developed oesophageal cancer.
You can read more about the...
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@RebeccaG that would be great if you think they'd be interested! Please do direct them to the course https://www.futurelearn.com/courses/talking-about-cancer :)
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Hi @KiritPatel that's great to hear! We also look to train people in this type of role with our face-to-face Talk Cancer workshops. Workshops are not running at the moment due to COVID-19, but you can still find out more and apply for a funded workshop at www.cruk.org/talkcancer
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Hi @MehakShahid , you can gain a course certificate, but FutureLearn terms are that you'd need to purchase upgraded access to get one. You can read more about this on their website here https://www.futurelearn.com/using-futurelearn
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Emma Fox replied to Helen Doble
Hi @HelenDoble. It's true that some people have an increased risk of particular types of cancer because they have an inherited gene fault. However, cancers due to inherited faulty genes are much less common than cancers due to gene changes caused by aging or other factors. Most cancers develop because of a combination of chance and our environment, not because...
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Emma Fox replied to Allison Onyinyechukwu
@AllisonOnyinyechukwu a good question. It's true that some people have an increased risk of particular types of cancer because they have an inherited gene fault. However, cancers due to inherited faulty genes are much less common than cancers due to gene changes caused by aging or other factors. Most cancers develop because of a combination of chance and our...
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Hi Rebecca, we're glad you're enjoying the course! Could we ask who CR volunteers are and how we might reach them? We'd love to share the course with anyone who might find it helpful.
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Hi Wagdy, you can read more about this UK statistic here https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/health-professional/cancer-statistics/risk/lifetime-risk#heading-Zero We hope this is helpful
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Emma Fox replied to Dr Mahak Shaheen
Hi Dr Manak, unfortunately to gain the course certifcate FutureLearn terms is that you need to purchase upgraded access. You can read more about this on their website here https://www.futurelearn.com/using-futurelearn
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Emma Fox made a comment
Hi all, with the current situation across the world we wanted to provide a link to Cancer Research UK guidance on coronavirus (COVID-19) for people with cancer. https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/cancer-in-general/coronavirus
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Emma Fox made a comment
Hi all, with the current situation across the world we wanted to provide a link to Cancer Research UK guidance on coronavirus (COVID-19) for people with cancer. https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/cancer-in-general/coronavirus
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Emma Fox replied to Lorraine Bliss
Hi Lorraine, thanks for this comment we're really glad you found the course valuable. We wondered if you'd be happy for us to use your comment in our marketing of the course, along with your first name and job role or anonymously if you'd prefer? Many thanks, CRUK Talk Cancer team
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Emma Fox replied to Lorraine Bliss
Hi Lorraine, thanks for this comment we're really glad you found the course valuable. We wondered if you'd be happy for us to use your comment in our marketing of the course, along with your first name and job role (if you can inform us of the latter) or anonymously if you'd prefer. Many thanks, CRUK Talk Cancer team
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Emma Fox replied to Deborah Chessum
Hi Deborah, you might be interested in one of our Talk Cancer face-to-face workshops for groups of people who work in positions where they talk about health with the public. We can deliver workshops anywhere in the UK (none in the next 2 months due government advice) and have a funding scheme where groups can apply for a free workshop. See more here...
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Emma Fox made a comment
Hi all, with the current situation across the world we wanted to provide a link to Cancer Research UK guidance on coronavirus (COVID-19) for people with cancer. https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/cancer-in-general/coronavirus-and-cancer.
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Emma Fox made a comment
Hi all, with the current situation across the world we wanted to provide a link to Cancer Research UK guidance on coronavirus (COVID-19) for people with cancer. https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/cancer-in-general/coronavirus-and-cancer.
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Emma Fox replied to John Emery
Hi John, there are of course many foods that are good for our general health but on the balance of evidence, it's unlikely that any specific 'superfoods', on their own, could directly affect the risk of cancer. That's why we recommend a balanced diet to reduce cancer risk - one that has lots of fruit and vegetables, wholegrains, like brown rice or pasta, and...
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Emma Fox replied to Shirley Wood
It's never too late to stop smoking and get the benefits from this. Research shows quitting smoking could do more than just stop further damage to the lungs – it could also allow new, healthy cells to actively replenish the lining of our airways which could protect against cancer. You can read more about a study into this here...
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Hi @OrlaM - you're right that there is a strong correlation between being overweight/obese and cancer risk, so being physically active to keep a health weight will reduces the risk of 13 different types of cancer. But if you’re doing a lot of physical activity, it can help prevent breast and bowel cancer too, as well as numerous other physical and mental...
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Emma Fox replied to David Young
Hi @DavidYoung, this is great to hear you're working to improve peoples' health through the walking group. We are always looking to deliver our Talk Cancer face-to-face workshops to people in these roles in the UK, so they can feel more confident to raise cancer awareness as part of their health-based role. If you and any fellow walk leaders would be...
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Emma Fox replied to Elizabeth B
Hi Elizabeth, apologies but we're afraid FutureLearn doesn't allow us to upload editable documents to the course. If you email us at talkcancer@cancer.org.uk we can send the editable template through to you. Apologies for the inconvenience.
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Hi @AnastasiaKouki,
Thanks for your question about breast examinations and cancer.It’s a good idea from time to time to look at and feel your breasts and get to know what’s normal for you. But there’s no need to do a self-examination regularly at a specific time or in a specific way. This is because research shows that regular self-checking for breast...
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Emma Fox replied to Ahmed Ismail
Hi @ElizabethB, it's not the case that we can 'catch' cancer, but there are some infections, such as HPV, that can increase our risk. You can read more about these here https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/causes-of-cancer/infections-eg-hpv-and-cancer.
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Emma Fox replied to Winnie Wong
Hi @CharlotteCrole-Rees @WinnieWong, there are some gene faults that can increase the risk of more than one type of cancer. You can read about the different gene faults associated with the increased risk here https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/causes-of-cancer/inherited-cancer-genes-and-increased-cancer-risk/inherited-genes-and-cancer-types.
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@MyrnaB Thank you so much! May we ask what your job title or role is?
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Hi @MyrnaB thank you so much - we are glad you found the course valuable. Would you be happy for us to use this comment with your name and job title (please provide if happy) or anonymously if you'd prefer, in our marketing to help others understand the value? Thanks
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Emma Fox replied to Sally Hughes
Hi Sally, thank you for your feedback, we will most definitely take this on board. At the moment research shows that e-cigarettes or 'vaping' is much less harmful than smoking tobacco cigarettes. We recommend e-cigarettes only as a tool to help people to stop smoking, but we do not yet know their long term impacts so wouldn't recommend people who don't smoke...
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Emma Fox replied to Kenny Duffy
Hi @KennyDuffy Kenny - thank you we are glad you enjoyed the course! Would you mind if we used your comment to promote the course and help others understand how it's useful? Let us know if you'd be happy for us to use with your first name or job role / anonymously if you'd prefer. Thanks :)
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Hi Heather - apologies for the delayed response here, I was waiting from clarification from our statistics team. The statistic "1 in 2 people diagnosed with cancer in England and Wales between 2010 and 2011 now survive their disease for 10 or more years" statement is a projection based on the data from the most recent follow up time available when it was...
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Emma Fox replied to Tracey Savva
Thank you Tracey much appreciated and we are glad you found the course valuable
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Emma Fox replied to Tracey Savva
Hi Tracey, thanks for your positive comment it's really great to hear that you valued the course. I wondered if you'd mind us using your comment as one of our learner testimonials going forward? If so please confirm via comment and let us know your profession/voluntary role. Best wishes, Emma
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Hi @jackiek, there is evidence that eating lots of red and processed meat can increase the risk of bowel cancer - you can read more about it here https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/causes-of-cancer/diet-and-cancer/does-eating-processed-and-red-meat-cause-cancer. The most important thing to decrease risk is to eat a healthy and balanced diet. We hope...
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Emma Fox replied to Jean Randall
Hi Jean - at the moment there’s no strong evidence that caffeine increases the chances of cancer. Coffee is the main source of caffeine in the diet, but it’s also in tea and some soft drinks in smaller amounts. There is some evidence to suggest coffee could reduce the risk of some forms of cancer but more research needs to be done to establish whether there is...
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Emma Fox replied to Jean Randall
Hi Jean, I've asked our health information team to advise on this so we can ensure you're getting 100% latest and accurate information. We'll come back to you in the next few days.
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Hi @AnthonyCamplin, we do have data for this area but it's logged under 'North East Cambridgeshire' here is the link to the local statistics data for you https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/sites/default/files/local-cancer-stats/north_east_cambridgeshire_20180921.pdf. We hope this is helpful.
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Hi Anthony, what area in the UK are you based in? We'll do our best to find some local statistics for you.
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Emma Fox replied to Anne-Marie Palmer
Hi Anne-Marie. So far, there's been no strong evidence showing that stress itself causes cancer. However, stressful situations can sometimes lead us to develop unhealthy habits, such as smoking, overeating or heavy drinking. We know that these things can lead to cancer, so in this way, stress could indirectly increase cancer risk. You can read more about this...
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Emma Fox replied to Andreia Bauermann
Hi Andreia, happy to elaborate here. There have been rumours about chemicals called Bisphenol A (BPA) and dioxins from plastic bottles/containers leaking into food and drink and being linked to cancer. However The European Food Safety Authority did a full scientific review of BPA in 2015 and decided there was no health risk to people of any age (including...
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Hi Andy,
Apologies for the delay but please see below our considered response to your question about breast examinations and cancer.It’s a good idea from time to time to look at and feel your breasts and get to know what’s normal for you. But there’s no need to do a self-examination regularly at a specific time or in a specific way. This is because...
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Emma Fox replied to paul o'dee
@paulo'dee brilliant thank you! Are you happy to provide your job title if you are in work/a volunteer at all?
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Hi Andy, my apologies - I have asked our cancer intelligence team to advise on this one and I am waiting for a response but I should have this for you in the next few days. Apologies for the delay but I want to ensure the response is 100% accurate.
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Emma Fox replied to Anne Palmer
Hi Anne, we're really glad you've enjoyed the course! Would you be happy for us to use this positive comment to help promote the course to others? Let us know if you'd be happy with that and if you'd prefer it to be anonymous or if can use with your first name. If you're happy to provide your job title (if applicable) that would be helpful also. Thank you!
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Emma Fox replied to jainaba badjan
Hi Jainaba, we're really glad you've enjoyed the course! Would you be happy for us to use this positive comment to help promote the course to others? Let us know if you'd be happy with that and if you'd prefer it to be anonymous or if can use with your first name. If you're happy to provide your job title (if applicable) that would be helpful also. Thank you!
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Emma Fox replied to paul o'dee
Hi Paul, we're really glad you've enjoyed the course! Would you be happy for us to use this positive comment to help promote the course to others? Let us know if you'd be happy with that and if you'd prefer it to be anonymous or if can use with your first name. If you're happy to provide your job title (if applicable) that would be helpful also. Thank you!
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Hi Andy, are you able to explain a little more what information is contradictory to that the NHS give? Then we can do our best to address the question for you. Thanks
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Hi Luis, there is no evidence that use of household microwaves and ovens would cause cancer as any levels of radiation are very low and safe for humans. This is a common myth about what causes cancer, but you have nothing to worry about here.
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Emma Fox replied to Elena Tertyshnyk
Hi Elena, genetic specialists estimate that only between 3-10% of all cancers diagnosed are caused by a fault in a gene that has been passed down in the family. However the risk can vary for different types of cancer - you can read more about that here https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/causes-of-cancer/inherited-cancer-genes-and-increased-cancer-risk
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This is what we aim for :)
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Emma Fox replied to joan fitzgibbon
Hi Majorie, we have some information on the risk factors for soft tissue sarcoma on our website here https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/soft-tissue-sarcoma/risks-causes which includes some information on hereditary risk. We hope this is useful.
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Emma Fox replied to Adam NDIFOR
Hi Adam - happy to elaborate. There have been rumours about chemicals called Bisphenol A (BPA) and dioxins from plastic bottles/containers leaking into food and drink and being linked to cancer. However The European Food Safety Authority did a full scientific review of BPA in 2015 and decided there was no health risk to people of any age (including unborn...
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Hi Isabel, our statistics team have provided a useful link to our website where you can read more about the lifetime risk of being diagnosed with cancer being 1 in 2 born after 1960 in the UK here https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/health-professional/cancer-statistics/risk/lifetime-risk#heading-Zero.
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Hi Isabel, I've asked our statistics team to clarify on this one so I can get you an accurate response - it may take a few days or so, so bear with us, but we will get an answer for you.
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Emma Fox replied to Vivek Agarwal
Hi Vivek, this is a fantastic comment - would you mind if we used this to promote our course to other healthcare professionals? If you can let us know if you'd be comfortable with that and if so, what your profession is, that would be much appreciated.
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Emma Fox replied to Selma Ottonicar
Hi Selma, this is a fantastic comment - would you mind if we used this to promote our course to other healthcare professionals? If you can let us know if you'd be comfortable with that and if so, what your profession is, that would be much appreciated.
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Emma Fox replied to jacques shunshion
Hi Jacques, this is a fantastic comment - would you mind if we used this to promote our course to other healthcare professionals? If you can let us know if you'd be comfortable with that and if so, what your profession is, that would be much appreciated.
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Emma Fox replied to Norman Bailey
@NormanBailey this is such great feedback to hear! If it's not too late, we wondered if you would be happy for us to use your comment to tell others about the course? Let us know if that would be ok on here or you can email us at talkcancer@cancer.org.uk also. Thanks
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Thanks for flagging Sue, the link has now been updated. Apologies for any inconvenience caused.
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Emma Fox replied to Sue Nethercott
Thanks for flagging Sue, this has now been updated
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Emma Fox replied to Norman Bailey
Hi Norman, thanks for your comment on our course. We would love to use it to promote the course in our CRUK newsletter. May we have your permission to do this? Hopefully we're not too late to catch you for approval!
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Our apologies Sue, this link has now been updated and should be accessible - see the updated below also for easy access
https://blogs.ucl.ac.uk/bsh/tag/attitude-to-cancer/
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Hi Chris, Cancer Research UK look at all the research available on a subject area and check that any recommendations are based on the most robust and up-to-date evidence. If new research does come to light that challenges this, and is found to be reliable, CRUK would ensure that this information was reflected in our information and communicated to the public...
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Hi Chris, it is true that age is the biggest risk factor for prostate cancer and the highest rates of this cancer are in the 90+ age group. There is no data to suggest that everyone would have either a benign or malignant prostate cancer if they lived long enough. You can read more around the UK stats for prostate cancer here:...
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Hi @ChrisD @GillThompson, we just want to make it clear that in the UK melanoma skin cancer is not that rare, being the 5th most common cancer and with a 50% increase in incidence in the UK in the past decade. You can read more about the UK stats here:...
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Hi Chris. There is so much information out there on the internet, it can be difficult to decipher what is reliable evidence and what is potentially inaccurate or misleading. There's a great guide for reviewing whether information on the web is reliable here:...
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Hi Chris, our message is very much to enjoy the sun, but safely, as it's over-exposure and burning the skin which can be damaging. Melanoma is actually the 5th most common cancers in the UK (you can read more on the statistics here:...
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Hi Chris. You're not wrong there - the evidence tells us that stress itself doesn’t directly cause cancer, but stressful situations can sometimes lead us to develop unhealthy habits, such as smoking, overeating or heavy drinking. We know that these things can increase the risk of cancer, so in this way, stress could indirectly increase your cancer risk.
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Emma Fox replied to [Learner left FutureLearn]
Hi Maria, SPF15 is a guide recommended in the UK (unfortunately we don't get quite as much sun here) but for New Zealand and Australia, you are correct, the guide is SPF 30 and above as the sun is much stronger.
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Hi Dhana.
At present there is no good evidence that using plastic bottles or containers increases the risk of cancer. Some studies have shown that small amounts of chemicals from plastic containers can end up in the food or drinks that are kept inside them. But the levels of these are very low. In the UK there is very strict regulation about plastics and... -
This is a tricky situation to navigate as you point out. Often it’s not so much about what is said, it’s more about the questions asked the person experiencing bodily changes that are not normal for them. In our experience, it’s good to remember that some people find it difficult to act, even after a supportive conversation and this can of course be made more...
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Emma Fox replied to Kris Jones
Hi Kris, thanks for your question. We can group cancer according to the type of cell they start in and we can also classify cancers according to where they start in the body, such as breast cancer or lung cancer.
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It's likely to be a combination of the two factors - alcohol & age - as well as others (smoking, diet/weight and exposure to radiation being the main ones - you can read about other contributing factors here: https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/health-professional/cancer-statistics/statistics-by-cancer-type/breast-cancer/risk-factors).
Research conducted in...