Here you will find some basic, general information about cancer – for example what it is, what causes it and who gets it.

• What is cancer?
• Who gets cancer?
• How can my doctors tell I’ve got cancer?
• What causes cancer?
• Are there different types of cancer?
• Which are the most common cancers?
• What is the difference between primary and secondary cancer?
• How is cancer treated?
• Can cancer be prevented?
• Can cancer be cured?
• Where can I get more detailed information about cancer?
• The multidisciplinary team (MDT)