Cancer myths and questions

Test tubes in a lab
General cancer research
Could somebody be hiding the cure for cancer?

There is a common myth that there is already a cure for cancer, but it’s being hidden. We explain why this isn't the case.

General cancer research
Why is cancer so hard to cure?

There are many reasons why cancer is so difficult to cure, largely including the sheer complexity of the disease. But there is also reason to be optimistic for the future. 

Two women smiling wearing Great North Run medals and Worldwide Cancer Research t-shirts
Multiple cancers
What makes Worldwide Cancer Research different?

There are hundreds of cancer charities in the UK, so what is it that makes Worldwide Cancer Research different? Why should you choose to support us? We explain.

General cancer research
What causes cancer?

Cancer is caused by genetic mutations that accumulate over time in the DNA of a cell. But what exactly increases our chance of getting cancer?

General cancer research
Can cannabis cure cancer?

We don’t know yet whether cannabis could be used to treat cancer. But there is a lot of information out there that can be confusing so we are here to explain the facts. 

General cancer research
Why haven't we cured cancer yet?

We explain the reasons why cancer is especially hard to cure, but also the reasons to be optimistic for the future of cancer research.

Worldwide Cancer Research Team
General cancer research
How are my donations used to start cancer cures?

How does your money help start new cancer cures? Our short guide will take you behind the scenes of Worldwide Cancer Research.

Sarcoma
What is sarcoma and why do we need more research?

What is sarcoma? What causes it? How many people are affected? And what is Worldwide Cancer Research doing to find new cures?