Helpful resources about cancer and support
Signs and symptoms
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Cancer symptom check
Check your symptoms with the Cancer Research UK checker.
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Understanding signs and symptoms
Find signs and symptoms of cancer with Macmillan Cancer Support.
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Videos in other languages
Watch videos to understand the signs and symptoms of cancer in other languages.
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Lung cancer
Read 26 real life stories from people who have been diagnosed with lung cancer.
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Prostate Cancer
It's the most common cancer in men, but the earlier you find it, the easier it is to treat.
How to get checked (screening)
Population screening timeline
A timeline by age and points when screening is available.
Cancer screening information
Lung cancer screening
Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust offers people who are aged between 55 and 74, who smoke or used to smoke and have a Sandwell GP, Lung Cancer Screening (formerly known as Targeted Lung Health Checks).
Living with and beyond cancer
Living with and beyond cancer (LWBC) is a program of care for cancer patients in the UK. It helps them from diagnosis to recovery. Learn more from NHS Black Country Integrated Care Board (ICB).
Raising awareness in our communities
Online community
Macmillan Cancer Support offer an Online Community where support is available 24 hours a day.
Black Breasts Matter
Myths and facts about breast cancer for black African and Caribbean communities.