Cancer is much more common in people over 50, but it can affect anyone of any age.

If something looks or feels unusual, remember that you’re in charge. Talk to your GP. Don’t assume unusual changes are down to ‘just getting older’, or part of another health condition. In most cases it won’t be cancer, but if it is, finding it at an early stage can make a real difference.

Look out for your screening invitation: Screening is for people who don’t have any symptoms. There are three national cancer screening programmes in the UK for:

• Breast
• Bowel
• Cervical

Click on the round buttons below to find out the signs and symptoms of cancer, reduce your risk of cancer and learn about the NHS screening programmes