Every November, we dedicate time to raising awareness about Lung Cancer — a disease that sadly affects thousands of families across the UK every year. This month is about more than just remembering; it’s about empowering ourselves and our loved ones with knowledge and hope.

Why Awareness Matters:

Early Detection is Key: Lung cancer is often diagnosed too late because symptoms can be mistaken for less serious conditions like a cough or persistent cold. Knowing the signs can save lives.

It Affects Everyone: While smoking is the leading cause, non-smokers can and do get lung cancer. Understanding all risk factors and symptoms is crucial.

🚩 Know the Key Symptoms:

If you experience any of these symptoms persistently, please speak to your GP:

• A cough that doesn’t go away after 2 or 3 weeks.
• Persistent chest infections.
• Coughing up blood.
• A persistent ache or pain in the chest or shoulder.
• Persistent breathlessness.
• Unexplained tiredness or weight loss.

How You Can Help This Month:

1.  Educate Yourself: Learn about the risk factors and symptoms (NHS and Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation are great UK resources).

2.  Encourage Screening: If you or a loved one is high-risk, discuss lung health checks with your doctor.

3.  Share This Post: Help us spread this vital information — you never know whose life you might touch.

Let’s unite this November to shine a light on lung cancer, support those affected, and ensure everyone knows the signs.