Cancer

Our Nuffield Health experts provide articles to help you cope with and understand cancer. 

Many of us don't know our family health history, but it's important as many conditions are inherited in our genes. Find out what questions you should be asking when it comes to your family health history.

Updated: Wednesday 27 November 2019

Published: Wednesday 17 April 2019

Ovarian cancer is notoriously difficult to diagnose, but there are symptoms to watch out for.

Updated: Wednesday 23 October 2019

Published: Tuesday 19 March 2019

Most people know what it’s like to feel bloated, but if your new-onset stomach bloating is becoming more than an occasional inconvenience, it’s essential to explore this with your doctor.

Updated: Monday 1 April 2019

Published: Thursday 28 March 2019

Cancer treatment can be mentally and physically exhausting, leaving many feeling like a shadow of their former selves. But you don’t have to put your health and wellbeing on hold, says cancer rehabilitation personal trainer Tom Cole.

Updated: Tuesday 19 March 2019

Published: Thursday 7 January 2016

A healthy diet can help to minimise cancer risk and maintain wellbeing after diagnosis. So what does a healthy diet look like when you're struggling to keep food down?

Updated: Tuesday 19 March 2019

Published: Tuesday 19 March 2019

Not sure what to expect during a CT scan? This 360 video gives you a sneak peek inside the scanner so you can feel a little more at ease.

Updated: Friday 7 December 2018

Published: Monday 7 November 2016

The idea of having your blood taken for testing can be daunting, but the experience is hardly ever as scary as you might imagine. Sister Jane Stebbing, experienced nurse at Nuffield Health Guildford Hospital, guides you through the process.

Updated: Thursday 6 December 2018

Published: Wednesday 9 December 2015

From early on, women are taught to check for lumps in their breasts. But lumps aren’t the only sign you should see a specialist. Here are four more.

Updated: Thursday 30 November 2017

Published: Friday 17 June 2016

On 6 October breast cancer survivor Joanne Taylor and Nuffield Health Professional Head of Mammography Sue Oliver answered your questions on breast cancer.

Updated: Wednesday 5 October 2016

Published: Tuesday 29 September 2015

After years of debate, the jury’s still out on whether the prostate specific-antigen (PSA) test does more harm than good for men. Dr Davina Deniszczyc, Medical Executive Director of Nuffield Health, looks at the pros and cons.

Updated: Monday 3 October 2016

Published: Wednesday 6 April 2016

The first port of call when thinking of giving up smoking should be to seek expert advice, GPs can provide valuable help and support.

Updated: Thursday 26 May 2016

Published: Thursday 17 March 2016

We all know stopping smoking is not easy.

Updated: Wednesday 30 March 2016

Published: Thursday 17 March 2016