Check it, don’t chance it
Listen to your body. Act on cancer.
Most changes to your body won’t be cancer, but it’s important to know what’s normal for you. If you notice something that doesn’t feel right or won’t go away, don’t ignore it. Speaking to your doctor early can help provide reassurance or help find problems sooner, when treatment is often more successful.
Have you noticed…
- A lump?
- Blood in your poo?
- Blood in your wee?
- Losing weight without trying?
- Any unexplained pain?
Have you noticed a change in your body?
If you’ve noticed any of these symptoms, or something that isn’t normal for you, your doctor will want to see you.
Even if it’s not cancer (and most times it isn’t), your doctor will want to check it out. Reaching out to your doctor now can give you peace of mind, and catching any problem early makes all the difference.
How to get an appointment
There are a few ways you can book an appointment. Find out more on the NHS website (including how to register at a GP practice if you are not already)
By telephone
By calling the surgery where you are registered.
Via the NHS App
Via the NHS England app or the NHS Wales app for some surgeries in England and Wales.
Via the GP Website
Through the website at some of your local surgeries.
If you’re worried about any cancer symptoms, your doctor will want to see you. Book an appointment.
Need help talking to a doctor about your symptoms?
Download or print the Check it, don’t chance it prompt card to take with you to your GP appointment.
Campaign video
Watch our campaign video to hear why recognising the signs and symptoms of cancer and acting early can make a real difference.