Rebecca Handy’s 5 Signs of Cancer
Rebecca tells us about the five signs of cancer which are persistent/unexplained pain, lump (bumps or swelling), significant weight loss, extreme tiredness or changes to a mole. Rebecca also talks about how important it is to visit your GP if you are experiencing any persistent/unexplained symptoms. Rebecca explains she was diagnosed after experiencing indigestion and her GP made her a referral for an ultrasound.
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