Leukaemia

| Updated 10 Mar 2023

Leukaemia is a cancer of the white blood cells, with several different types. Doctors do not know the exact causes of leukaemia. But some risk factors may increase the chance of developing it. Different types of leukaemia have various risk factors. Having one or more risk factors does not mean …
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Breast Cancer

| Updated 10 Mar 2023

Approximately 55,100 cases of breast cancer are diagnosed every year, usually in women who are over 50 years of age and who have reached the menopause. However, it is possible for women of any age to be affected by breast cancer and, in rare cases, the condition can also affect …
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Skin Cancer

| Updated 1 Apr 2025

There are two main types of skin cancer: Melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancer. Non-melanoma skin cancers include basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma. These cancers have a high cure rate and can be managed surgically or non-surgically. Melanomas start in cells known as melanocytes and are less common but …
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Having tests

| Updated 15 Jun 2022

Follow the link for diagnostic services Blood Testing Services Cellular pathology Haematology Immunology Chemical pathology Day case unit Phlebotomy Medical Microbiology Aspiration cytology

Preparing for surgery

| Updated 23 Aug 2023

Prehabilitation before surgery with our Get Set 4 Surgery programme Visit the page to book your place to the next weekly session and for information to help you prepare ahead of surgery www.stgeorges.nhs.uk/service/prehabilitation/  Prehabilitation is all about good preparation for your body and mind prior to surgery.  In the time …
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Trevor Howell Day Unit

| Updated 22 Aug 2023

The Trevor Howell Day Unit delivers systemic anti-cancer treatments (SACT) to patients with different types of cancer, this treatments include chemotherapy and immunotherapy. The unit is a spacious environment with 15 chairs in three separate treatment areas. We are a small and friendly team who are passionate about caring for …
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Ruth Myles Day Unit

| Updated 14 Jun 2022

Ruth Myles Day Unit is a haematology day care Here we treat people affected by different types of blood cancer and non-cancer blood disease. You will receive skilled care from an experienced team in a safe environment. We provide treatment giving chemotherapy, immunotherapy, perform bone marrow biopsies, support the bone …
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Cancer Support

| Updated 22 Dec 2021

Are you worried about cancer: Signs & Symptoms

| Updated 25 Jan 2022

If you notice any changes to your body, it is important that you visit your GP. There can be different reasons for these changes or symptoms. You may think that other health conditions are causing the symptoms. Or you may think they are just changes that are happening as you …
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Breast Cancer Screening

| Updated 14 Jun 2022

The South West London Breast Screening Service provides breast screening, using breast x-rays (mammograms) for women registered with a GP in the areas covered by Croydon, Kingston, Richmond, Twickenham, Sutton, Merton and Wandsworth. The aim of breast screening is to detect cancer at an early stage when treatment may often …
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