Report Shows Low Awareness of Cancer Symptoms

March 2010

Cancer

Country of origin: UK

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A baseline population-based survey using the Cancer Research UK (CRUK) Cancer Awareness Measure (CAM), developed by the University College London (UCL), was undertaken in September and October 2008 and included a general sample of 2,216 members of the public. The results showed that with the exception of ?a lump or swelling?, less than 30% of the public surveyed were able to recall common cancer symptoms. Awareness of cancer symptoms was lower in men, younger people, those from a lower socioeconomic status group and ethnic minorities. On average, people were only able to recall 2 cancer signs or symptoms.

The report will be of interest to people involved in early diagnosis of cancer, researching, commissioning or delivering interventions.

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