Breast cancer
Breast cancer remains the most common cancer in Scottish women but you’re five times more likely to survive it if it’s caught in its earliest stage.
Coronavirus (COVID-19): Importance of detecting cancer early and advice for cancer patients and their carers
Coronavirus adviceDon’t delay in getting potential cancer signs and symptoms checked during COVID-19. Getting checked early is one of the main reasons why more people are surviving cancer. If you’re concerned about any unusual or persistent changes to your body, have a look at our symptom checker and contact your GP practice. It’s probably nothing serious, but it’s best to get checked. Cancer screening services may have been paused during the pandemic but GP practices are open and ready to help if you have a concern. Our survivor stories show why it’s so important to know the signs and symptoms to look out for - the earlier cancer is found, the easier it is to treat.
Survivor stories
Alison Daly was diagnosed with early stage breast cancer in August 2015 after visiting her GP concerned about a lump she felt in her breast.
Lung cancer
Lung cancer is the most common cancer in Scotland but the good news is, more people than ever in Scotland are surviving the disease.
Bowel cancer
Bowel cancer is the third most common cancer in Scotland. But when it's found early, it can often be cured. In fact, 9 out of 10 people beat it.