Cancer myths and questions
What are brain tumours and why do we need more research?
What exactly is a brain tumour? How do they begin, and what treatments exist? Most importantly, how is research helping to improve life for people with brain tumours?
Do you know the truth about alcohol and cancer?
Did you know that alcohol is a carcinogen and all the available evidence tells us that drinking alcohol causes seven types of cancer?
What is the link between obesity and cancer?
About 1 in 20 cancers are linked to obesity. But why is this? We have the answers you are looking for.
How does the sun cause cancer?
What is skin cancer and how does sun exposure cause cancer? We are here to answer the questions you have about skin cancer and sunburn.
Can your diet prevent bowel cancer?
Bowel cancer is one of the most common types of cancer worldwide. Eating a balanced diet is important for many aspects of health, but how much does what you eat affect your risk of bowel cancer?
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.
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.
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.