Cancer Support UK’s CEO Mark Guymer welcomes the call for reform in Lord Darzi’s independent review of the NHS, in particular the acute need for improved mental health support. He believes that the charity’s new digital Cancer Coach service, which offers post cancer treatment emotional support, will help to make a difference to the lives of people impacted by cancer.

Antiqu’e is a singer, song writer and spoken word artist, who was diagnosed in April 2021 with Stage 2B Classical Hodgkin’s Lymphoma (a rare blood cancer). She has undergone intensive therapy treatments, including chemotherapy and immunotherapy, as well as a stem cell harvest and transplant in April 2023. Now in her fourth year of recovery, Antiqu’e found it hard dealing with other people’s emotional responses to her diagnosis.

Dietary habits and physical exercise play a crucial role in the health of people living with and beyond cancer. Eating a balanced diet rich in whole grains, vegetables, fruits, lean meats, and low-fat dairy can boost the immune system, improve energy levels, and enhance mood.Regular physical activity can reduce treatment-related side effects like fatigue, improve overall quality of life and lower the risk of cancer recurrence.

Lung cancer primarily affects older adults, with cases being rare in individuals under 40. In the UK, more than 40% of those diagnosed are aged 75 and older. While non-smokers can develop lung cancer, smoking remains the leading cause, responsible for over 70% of cases. This is due to the regular inhalation of toxic substances found in tobacco smoke.