Get checked - Women

A cancer prevention plan for women

Finding cancer early improves your chances of successful treatment and long-term survival. Look for:

• lumps, sores or ulcers that don't heal

• unusual changes in your breasts - lumps, thickening, unusual discharge, nipples that suddenly turn inwards, changes in shape, colour or unusual pain

• coughs that don't go away, show blood, or a hoarseness that hangs around

• weight loss that can't be explained

• any loss of blood, even a few spots between periods or after they stop

• moles that have changed shape, size or colour, or an inflamed skin sore that hasn't healed

• blood in a bowel motion

• persistent changes in toilet habits, or

• persistent abdominal pain or bloating.

Symptoms often relate to more common, less serious health problems. However, if you notice any unusual changes, or symptoms persist, visit your doctor.

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