Lung cancer is the third most common cancer in the UK

Lung cancer is the third most common cancer in the UK, and it causes the biggest loss
in healthy years of life.

We want more cancers to be diagnosed at an earlier stage, when treatment is more
likely to be successful.

According to Cancer Research UK data, if found at the earliest stage (stage 1) more than
55% will survive their lung cancer for five years or more after diagnosis. At the latest
stage (stage 4) this falls to 5%.

This is why we are raising awareness of the signs and symptoms of lung cancer so
people know when to seek advice and speak to their GP Surgery.

72% of lung cancer cases are caused by smoking. Lung screening is available to people
aged between 55 and 74 who have ever smoked.

You must be registered with a GP in an area where screening is available, and your GP
records must show that you are a current or former smoker.

The screening programme is for people with no symptoms. If you have symptoms of
lung cancer you must contact your GP surgery directly.

For more information, videos and useful links to further information, visit Lung Cancer – Lung Cancer – Cancer Matters Wessex