Let Go of the Labels
Labels like smoker and non-smoker can distort what’s going on and stop people being diagnosed earlier. This November, it’s time to let go of the labels so people with lung cancer can be diagnosed sooner. Join the campaign
Let Go of the Labels for Liam
Suffering with anxiety for much of his life, when Liam first went to his doctor with chest pain, his GP put his symptoms down to stress and increased his medication. His parents share his story to help others avoid similar delays.
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Stand with us
This November, we’re asking people to STAND WITH US and build an inclusive and unified community to improve attitudes to people with lung cancer. Together, we are stronger.
Find out moreI don’t feel like the issue of smoking ever came up. I certainly don’t remember being asked if I smoked at that initial appointment. Instead, the GP listened to my chest, took my blood pressure and sent me for an x-ray.
Alison, diagnosed with early stage lung cancer
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Let go of labels. Let go of your misconceptions.
Smoker. Ex-smoker. Non-smoker. Never smoker. ANYONE can get lung cancer and there are MANY different symptoms. Make sure you know what to look out for and take immediate action.
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Looking back, I think my symptoms first started much sooner. But I was still smoking at the time so I just presumed the breathlessness was being caused by that.
Joanne, living with stage 4 small cell lung cancer
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After two rounds of antibiotics, I knew something wasn’t right. I booked another appointment and saw a different GP who agreed. 13 years later, I’m still cancer-free.
Joe was diagnosed when he was only 35
Fundraise this November
Host a fundraiser this November and support our vital work, including raising awareness and challenging misconceptions. From bake sales to bike rides, beard shaves to bungee jumping, the money you raise could help someone get diagnosed sooner.
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