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Cervical Cancer vs Ovarian Cancer
The cervix and ovaries, along with five other organs, make up the female reproductive system. The two can often be confused with each other, but knowing the…
![Illustration demonstrating the placement of the ovaries and the cervix.](https://cdn.yorkshirecancerresearch.org.uk/uploads/images/Web-Images/Medical/_story_card_xl/187884/ovariancancer_socials2.webp?v=1721033240)
Prostate cancer: what people in Yorkshire need to know
Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men in Yorkshire. March is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, and we’re urging all men in the region to look out for the…
![A doctor and patient having an appointment at a GP practice](https://cdn.yorkshirecancerresearch.org.uk/uploads/images/_story_card_xl/186187/PR_129356_141909_MEDICAL_092022-25.webp?v=1721033241)
Behind the headlines: How new smoking and vaping laws could impact Yorkshire
Behind the headlines: How new smoking and vaping laws could impact Yorkshire
![Woman smiling while breaking a cigarette in two](https://cdn.yorkshirecancerresearch.org.uk/uploads/images/News/Stock-images/_story_card_xl/20530/IP_GettyImages_1088999144.webp?v=1721033241)
Cervical screening - your questions answered
In this blog post, we answer your questions about cervical screening and what Yorkshire Cancer Research is doing to increase participation.
What is cervical…
![What you need to know about cervical screening](https://cdn.yorkshirecancerresearch.org.uk/uploads/images/News/Cancer-information/_story_card_xl/178597/YCR_cervicalscreening_20237.webp?v=1721033242%2C0.5064%2C0.276)
Vaping
Alongside behavioural support and licensed stop smoking aids, we believe that vaping products have a significant role to play in reducing the harm from tobacco, supporting people who smoke to quit and thus improving public health.
![Hand holding a vaping device in a social setting](https://cdn.yorkshirecancerresearch.org.uk/uploads/images/Web-Images/Smoking/Vaping/_story_card_xl/118489/relx-7yJYyKDXcyQ-unsplash_2023-06-27-124929_gdyy.webp?v=1721033242)
Statement: Disposable vaping ban could affect some of the most vulnerable
Yorkshire Cancer Research welcomes measures that will help prevent young people who do not smoke from accessing vaping products. It is clear that a ban of…
![Two vaping devices being held in hand](https://cdn.yorkshirecancerresearch.org.uk/uploads/images/Web-Images/Smoking/Vaping/_story_card_xl/118487/pexels-olena-bohovyk-11587598_2023-06-27-124926_gtpv.webp?v=1721033243)
Six ways to ensure cancer is not ‘lost’ in the Major Conditions Strategy
As the government pushes ahead with one combined strategy for six major health conditions, Yorkshire Cancer Research is concerned that the absence of a dedicated…
![Young man breaking cigarette in half](https://cdn.yorkshirecancerresearch.org.uk/uploads/images/Web-Images/Smoking/_story_card_xl/97700/shutterstock_1950373150.webp?v=1721033243)
11 breast cancer myths (and the facts you need to know)
How much do you know about breast cancer? We tackle some of the most common myths and misconceptions about the disease and reveal the facts that could save your…
![Woman attending a routine appointment for breast cancer screening](https://cdn.yorkshirecancerresearch.org.uk/uploads/images/Web-Images/Stock-Images/_story_card_xl/72455/shutterstock_1942278316.webp?v=1721033244)
Addressing the cancer workforce shortage
Last month the government published a long-awaited plan to increase the NHS workforce in England. The announcement is a positive step forward as the NHS tackles…
![Medical professional in discussion with patient](https://cdn.yorkshirecancerresearch.org.uk/uploads/images/News/Cancer-information/_story_card_xl/128256/PR_141909_MEDICAL_092022-25.webp?v=1721033245)
Lynparza to benefit more people with breast cancer in Yorkshire
First developed with funding from Yorkshire Cancer Research, Lynparza is an innovative drug that has been helping to treat cancer for almost a decade. In this blog…
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Vaping restrictions must not stop us from saving lives
Concerns are growing over a rise in young people experimenting with vaping and the environmental impact of disposable vapes. However, tighter restrictions on vaping…
![Young male using a stop-smoking aid](https://cdn.yorkshirecancerresearch.org.uk/uploads/images/Web-Images/Smoking/Vaping/_story_card_xl/118486/GettyImages-1205091993.webp?v=1721033246)