The most important factor impacting on how long people live for after a diagnosis of cancer is how much the cancer has spread in the body when diagnosed. Early detection is vital. Talk to your general practitioner straight away if you notice any unusual changes on or in your body – no matter your age or the time since your last check-up.
In addition, treatments for specific types of cancer are continually being improved and made more effective. Your general practitioner can provide more information about treatments available for people diagnosed with cancer.
