Every year in Northern Ireland around 12,780 people are diagnosed with cancer (3,700 of these cases are the less serious, non-malignant skin cancer). Cancer is the most common cause of death in Northern Ireland, with nearly 4,000 deaths every year. You can reduce your risk of developing cancer by maintaining a healthy body weight, being physically active and eating a healthy diet.

For more information on maintaining a healthy body weight, being physically active and eating a healthy diet Click here and view the full guide.

If you have any concerns about cancer you can talk to one of our specialist nurses on the Cancer Focus NI free information and support NurseLine on 0800 783 3339 (Monday – Friday, 9am – 1pm). You can also email us on nurseline@cancerfocusni.org.

P: 028 9066 3281

E: care@cancerfocusni.org

W: www.cancerfocusni.org