
General cancer videos
Peer reviewed by Dr Colin Tidy, MRCGPAuthored by Victoria RawOriginally published 26 Jun 2025
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Our general cancer video hub is your go-to resource for clear, trustworthy information on cancer. Whether you're looking to understand the different types of cancer, spot the symptoms you shouldn't ignore, or learn practical ways to reduce your risk, these videos break down complex information into easy-to-follow insights, all explained by our medical experts.
Types
The most common types of cancer include breast cancer, lung cancer, prostate cancer, bowel cancer, and skin cancer.
What are the main types of cancer?
Symptoms
Cancer symptoms you shouldn’t ignore include unexplained weight loss, persistent fatigue, lumps or swelling, changes to moles, unusual bleeding, or symptoms that don’t go away.
Cancer symptoms you should never ignore
Treatment
Staying healthy during chemotherapy treatment involves eating a balanced diet, staying hydrated, getting plenty of rest, and keeping physically active when possible.
How can I eat healthily during chemotherapy?
Prevention
To reduce your risk of cancer, you can make healthy lifestyle choices such as healthy eating, staying physically active, limiting alcohol, quitting smoking, and attending regular screening checks.
Ways to reduce the risk of bowel cancer
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by Victoria Raw
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Victoria Raw
Feature Writer
BA (Hons), English Literature
Victoria is a content writer with Patient whose special interests focus on mental wellbeing, societal trends and the impact of technology on our health.
About the reviewerView full bio

Dr Colin Tidy, MRCGP
General Practitioner, Medical Author
MBBS, MRCGP, MRCP (Paediatrics), DCH
Dr Colin Tidy is an NHS Doctor, based in Oxfordshire.
Article history
The information on this page is peer reviewed by qualified clinicians.
Article also available in English, German, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese, Hindi, Hebrew, Arabic, and Swedish.
Next review due: 26 Jun 2028
26 Jun 2025 | Originally published
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Victoria RawPeer reviewed by
Dr Colin Tidy, MRCGP

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