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Yahoo
09-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
How to check for 4 types of cancer increasing in younger people
In the UK, a growing number of people under the age of 50 are being diagnosed with cancer. Incidence rates of the disease have increased by 22% in people aged 25 to 49, according to data recorded between the 1990s and 2018. But for the first time, scientists from the National Cancer Institute in the US have pinpointed the main types of cancer young people are at greater risk of developing, with breast, bowel, kidney and uterine varieties topping the list for early-onset cases. While the study focused on US data, a rise in these cancers is being seen globally, including here in the UK. Being diagnosed with cancer under the age of 50 is still rare, but oncologists say that spotting symptoms at an early stage, when the disease isn't too large and hasn't spread, increases the likelihood of successful treatment. Plus, although we tend to associate cancer with lumps and bumps, the disease can cause many different signs and symptoms — some that are specific to certain areas of our body, such as changes to our breasts or skin, or other more general changes, like unexplained weight loss or bloating. To help you stay on top of home health checks, here's how to look out for the four main cancers increasing in younger populations, plus what to do if you notice anything unusual. As the most common type of cancer in the UK, breast cancer accounts for 15% of all new cancer cases in the country. Although it's more frequently diagnosed in older women, early-onset cases are rising, with 18% of cases now found in women under the age of 50. Becoming familiar with the way your breasts normally look and feel with regular breast self-exam is one of the best ways to stay on top of any changes. The NHS advise you should do this once a month, feeling for the following symptoms: A lump or swelling in your breast, chest, or underarm area Changes to the skin on your breast, like dimpling (similar to orange peel) or redness A difference in the size or shape of one or both breasts or either side of your chest. While some asymmetry is normal, look out for any changes that feel unusual for you Nipple discharge when not pregnant or breastfeeding, which may contain blood Changes in the appearance of your nipple, such as it becoming inverted or developing a rash that resembles eczema Sores or ulcers on the chest After Dame Deborah James died from bowel cancer at the age of 40 (and Dawson's Creek actor James Van Der Beek spoke out about being diagnosed with it at 47), awareness around this type of cancer has greatly increased among younger people. Also known as colorectal cancer, the main symptoms of the disease tend to show up in stools, so while it's not always pleasant, periodically checking the colour and consistency of your poo before flushing the toilet can potentially save lives. According to the NHS, symptoms of bowel cancer to look out for include: Changes in your poo, such as having softer poo, diarrhoea or constipation that is not usual for you Needing to poo more or less often than is usual for you Blood in your stool, which may look red or black Bleeding from your bottom Often feeling the urge to poo, even if you've just been to the toilet Tummy pain A lump in your tummy Bloating Unexplained weight loss Feeling very tired or short of breath - this can be a sign of anaemia, which can be caused by bowel cancer By and large, kidney cancer is most likely to be diagnosed in older populations, but there has been a steady and substantial increase in rates across all age groups over the last decade. The tricky thing about kidney cancer is that most people who are diagnosed don't have symptoms, and it's most often detected by chance during a scan for something else. Still, there are some possible signs to watch out for, according to the NHS: Blood in your pee A lump or swelling in your back, under your ribs, or in your neck Pain between your ribs and waist that does not go away Loss of appetite or losing weight without trying to Feeling tired or having no energy A high temperature that does not go away Sweating a lot, including during the night While it's more common in women who've been through menopause, anyone with a womb can be diagnosed with uterine cancer. The most obvious symptom is abnormal bleeding from the vagina, but the NHS say there are many other warning signs to be aware of. These include: Heavy periods that are unusual for you Vaginal bleeding between your periods A change to your vaginal discharge A lump or swelling in your tummy or between your hip bones Pain in your lower back or between your hip bones Pain during sex Changes to how often you pee and poo (this can be either more, or less, than usual) The first thing to do is try not to panic. While noticing new health changes can be concerning, the symptoms of cancer often overlap with many other less serious issues, so the NHS say it's more likely to be something else. However, if it is cancer, spotting it early can make a real difference, as treatment is more likely to be successful in the initial stages. Your GP should be your first port of call, who can refer you to a specialist for further testing if necessary. If you're worried about cancer, Cancer Research UK has more information on symptoms and screening, as well as 24-hour live chat support. Read more about cancer: Four people on what it's really like living with cancer (Yahoo Life UK, 12-min read) Celebrity Big Brother's Trisha Goddard wants to change the way people talk about cancer (Yahoo Life UK, 4-min read) Five lifestyle changes to cut your risk of cancer (Yahoo Life UK, 6-min read)
The Irish Sun
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Dame Deborah James named among most empowering female role models of past 25 years
DAME Deborah James has been named among the most empowering female role models of the past 25 years. The late BowelBabe cancer campaigner ranked third behind 7 Sun columnist Deborah died of bowel cancer aged 40 in June 2022 after a fearless campaign to destigmatise the disease Credit: Dan Williams 7 Singer and actress Selena Gomez also made the list Credit: Getty 7 Olympic champion Dame Kelly Holmes was honoured in the list, coming in at number 5 Credit: Getty Other women who were voted into the top 20 include music legend Tina Turner, Olympic champion Dame Supreme Court Justice The study of 4,000 adults found that the traits most valued in a role model are honesty, kindness and intelligence. READ MORE ON DAME DEBORAH Galaxy chocolate conducted the research as part of an ongoing partnership with the Young Women's Trust. Galaxy director Romi Mackiewicz said: "We know role models play a critical role in helping lift people up and can positively impact confidence, career and even health . "Our research shows that women think it's important to have a female role model and it's also shown that we need to celebrate and highlight women who embrace a new definition of empowerment." It also emerged role models inspire people to make meaningful life changes - from putting their mental health first, to aiming for leadership roles, or simply not being afraid to speak up. Most read in Health Others say they've been encouraged to take time out for themselves, or talk more openly about issues that matter, after being inspired by someone they look up to. On average, almost three in ten (29 per cent) believe the workplace is a key setting for positive role models. The 4 signs of bowel cancer that mean it's 'too late' - as doctor reveals cause of surge in young people being diagnosed However, there is a generational divide, with older generations saying they don't look for role models at all (67 per cent), compared to just seven per cent of Gen Z. For older generations who do look for role models, they seek inspiration from family members or friends (48 per cent). Likewise, Gen Z also turn to family or friends (63 per cent) as their main role models, but are increasingly looking to influencers (34 per cent), the television (28 per cent) and celebrities (23 per cent) too. When asked what type of content inspires them most online, 29 per cent said they're moved by people being honest about the tough times. And 15 per cent said showing authenticity with unfiltered posts is the quality that inspires them most, according to the findings carried out by 7 Brit Olympic boxing champ, Nicola Adams, was placed at number 20 in the list Credit: Getty 7 Brit actress Emma Watson was placed at number 14 in the list Credit: Getty 7 Former US First Lady Michelle Obama topped the list of most empowering women of the past 25 years Credit: AFP 7 Malala Yousafzai: Activist, Nobel Prize Laureate, was honoured at number 9 Credit: Getty MOST EMPOWERING WOMEN OF THE PAST 25 YEARS: Michelle Obama: Former First Lady Katie Piper: Burns survivor Dame Deborah James: Cancer awareness advocate Tina Turner: Musician Dame Kelly Holmes: Olympic gold medallist Greta Thunberg: Climate activist Maya Angelou: Poet, civil rights activist Oprah Winfrey: Presenter Malala Yousafzai: Activist, Nobel Prize Laurette Emma Thompson: Actress Denise Lewis: Olympic gold medallist Kate Winslet: Actress Hannah Fry: Mathematician Emma Watson: Actress Ruth Bader Ginsburg: Supreme Court Justice Vivienne Westwood: Fashion designer Joan Collins: Actress Selena Gomez: Musician Bridget Jones: Fictional character Nicola Adams: Olympic boxer
The Sun
08-05-2025
- Health
- The Sun
Dame Deborah James named among most empowering female role models of past 25 years
DAME Deborah James has been named among the most empowering female role models of the past 25 years. The late BowelBabe cancer campaigner ranked third behind burns survivor Katie Piper, 41, and former First Lady Michelle Obama, 61. 7 7 Sun columnist Deborah died of bowel cancer aged 40 in June 2022 after a fearless campaign to destigmatise the disease. Her BowelBabe fund has raised more than £16million. Other women who were voted into the top 20 include music legend Tina Turner, Olympic champion Dame Kelly Holmes, fictional character Bridget Jones and actresses Emma Thompson and Kate Winslet. Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, who spent her life fighting for gender equality and civil liberties, also earned a place on the list. The study of 4,000 adults found that the traits most valued in a role model are honesty, kindness and intelligence. Galaxy chocolate conducted the research as part of an ongoing partnership with the Young Women's Trust. Galaxy director Romi Mackiewicz said: "We know role models play a critical role in helping lift people up and can positively impact confidence, career and even health. "Our research shows that women think it's important to have a female role model and it's also shown that we need to celebrate and highlight women who embrace a new definition of empowerment." It also emerged role models inspire people to make meaningful life changes - from putting their mental health first, to aiming for leadership roles, or simply not being afraid to speak up. Others say they've been encouraged to take time out for themselves, or talk more openly about issues that matter, after being inspired by someone they look up to. On average, almost three in ten (29 per cent) believe the workplace is a key setting for positive role models. However, there is a generational divide, with older generations saying they don't look for role models at all (67 per cent), compared to just seven per cent of Gen Z. For older generations who do look for role models, they seek inspiration from family members or friends (48 per cent). Likewise, Gen Z also turn to family or friends (63 per cent) as their main role models, but are increasingly looking to influencers (34 per cent), the television (28 per cent) and celebrities (23 per cent) too. When asked what type of content inspires them most online, 29 per cent said they're moved by people being honest about the tough times. And 15 per cent said showing authenticity with unfiltered posts is the quality that inspires them most, according to the findings carried out by 7 7
Scottish Sun
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Most empowering women of the last 25 years revealed from Dame Deborah James to Katie Piper
Read on to find out which women made the list FEMALE POWER Most empowering women of the last 25 years revealed from Dame Deborah James to Katie Piper MICHELLE Obama, Katie Piper and the late Dame Deborah James have been named the most empowering female role models of the last 25 years. A poll of 4,000 adults found the trio topped the list – with music legend Tina Turner, Olympic champion Dame Kelly Holmes, climate activist Greta Thunberg and fictional character Bridget Jones also making the top 20. Advertisement 4 4,000 adults were polled to determine the most influential women of the last 25 years 4 Former First Lady Michelle Obama topped the list Credit: AP Other powerful women to rank highly include poet and civil rights activist Maya Angelou, Nobel Peace Prize laureate Malala Yousafzai, and actress and humanitarian Emma Thompson. Trailblazers like mathematician and broadcaster Hannah Fry, known for making science and data accessible to the masses, and the late U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, who spent her life fighting for gender equality and civil liberties, also earned a place on the list. The study found the traits most valued in a role model are honesty (32 per cent), kindness (30 per cent) and intelligence (27 per cent). Advertisement The research was conducted by Galaxy as part of its ongoing partnership with the Young Women's Trust, who are on a mission to build a fairer financial future for women. Romi Mackiewicz, director at Galaxy, said: 'We know role models play a critical role in helping lift people up and can positively impact confidence, career and even health. 'Our research shows that women think it's important to have a female role model and it's also shown that we need to celebrate and highlight women who embrace a new definition of empowerment.' It also emerged role models inspire people to make meaningful life changes – from putting their mental health first, to aiming for leadership roles, or simply not being afraid to speak up. Advertisement Others say they've been encouraged to take time out for themselves, or talk more openly about issues that matter, after being inspired by someone they look up to. On average, almost three in ten (29 per cent) believe the workplace is a key setting for positive role models. However, there is a generational divide, with older generations saying they don't look for role models at all (67 per cent), compared to just seven per cent of Gen Z. Barack Obama is spotted out alone with daughters again as ex-president and wife Michelle fail to end divorce rumors For older generations who do look for role models, they seek inspiration from family members or friends (48 per cent). Advertisement Likewise, Gen Z also turn to family or friends (63 per cent) as their main role models, but are increasingly looking to influencers (34 per cent), the television (28 per cent) and celebrities (23 per cent) too. When asked what type of content inspires them most online, 29 per cent said they're moved by people being honest about the tough times. And 15 per cent said showing authenticity with unfiltered posts is the quality that inspires them most, according to the findings carried out by 4 Activist and burns survivor Katie Piper ranked high as participants valued authenticity Credit: Rex Advertisement 4 Activists like Dame Deborah James dominated the list Credit: Getty The Galaxy spokesperson added: 'Our top 20 list highlights women who have stayed true to themselves, standing up for what they believe in, even when faced with criticism. 'We champion women and are partnering with the Young Women's Trust to to help women and their communities thrive. 'We are excited to showcase such an incredibly diverse list of empowered women, celebrate their achievements and also remind brits the importance and power of identifying a role model.' Advertisement
The Irish Sun
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Most empowering women of the last 25 years revealed from Dame Deborah James to Katie Piper
MICHELLE Obama, Katie Piper and the late Dame Deborah James have been named the most empowering female role models of the last 25 years. A poll of 4,000 adults found the trio topped the list – with music legend Tina Turner, Olympic champion Dame Kelly Holmes, climate activist Greta Thunberg and fictional character Bridget Jones also making the top 20. 4 4,000 adults were polled to determine the most influential women of the last 25 years 4 Former First Lady Michelle Obama topped the list Credit: AP Other Supreme Court Justice The study found the traits most valued in a role model are honesty (32 per cent), kindness (30 per cent) and intelligence (27 per cent). Read more Fabulous The Romi Mackiewicz, director at Galaxy, said: 'We know role models play a critical role in helping lift people up and can positively impact confidence, career and even health. 'Our research shows that women think it's important to have a female role model and it's also shown that we need to celebrate and highlight women who embrace a new definition of empowerment.' It also emerged role models inspire people to make meaningful life changes – from putting their mental health first, to aiming for leadership roles, or simply not being afraid to speak up. Most read in Fabulous Others say they've been encouraged to take time out for themselves, or talk more openly about issues that matter, after being inspired by someone they look up to. On average, almost three in ten (29 per cent) believe the workplace is a key setting for positive role models. However, there is a generational divide, with older generations saying they don't look for role models at all (67 per cent), compared to just seven per cent of Gen Z. Barack Obama is spotted out alone with daughters again as ex-president and wife Michelle fail to end divorce rumors For older generations who do look for role models, they seek inspiration from family members or friends (48 per cent). Likewise, Gen Z also turn to family or friends (63 per cent) as their main role models, but are increasingly looking to influencers (34 per cent), the television (28 per cent) and celebrities (23 per cent) too. When asked what type of content inspires them most online, 29 per cent said they're moved by And 15 per cent said showing authenticity with unfiltered posts is the quality that inspires them most, according to the findings carried out by 4 Activist and burns survivor Katie Piper ranked high as participants valued authenticity Credit: Rex 4 Activists like Dame Deborah James dominated the list Credit: Getty The Galaxy spokesperson added: 'Our top 20 list highlights women who have stayed true to themselves, standing up for what they believe in, even when faced with criticism. 'We champion women and are partnering with the Young Women's Trust to to help women and their communities thrive. 'We are excited to showcase such an incredibly diverse list of empowered women, celebrate their achievements and also remind brits the importance and power of identifying a role model.' MOST EMPOWERING WOMEN OF THE PAST 25 YEARS Michelle Obama: Former First Lady Katie Piper: Burns survivor Dame Deborah James: Cancer awareness advocate Tina Turner: musician Dame Kelly Holmes: Olympic gold medallist Greta Thunberg: Climate activist Maya Angelou: Poet, civil rights activist Oprah Winfrey: Presenter Malala Yousafzai: Activist, Nobel Prize Laureate Emma Thompson: Actress Denise Lewis: Olympic gold medallist Kate Winslet: Actress Hannah Fry: Mathematician Emma Watson: Actress Ruth Bader Ginsberg: Supreme Court Justice Vivienne Westwood: Fashion designer Joan Collins: Actress Selena Gomez: Musician Bridget Jones: Fictional character Nicola Adams: Olympic boxer
