THE Be Clear On Cancer roadshow came to the Kingfisher Shopping Centre in Redditch recently to raise awareness of the signs of heart disease, lung cancer and lung disease – and to encourage those with symptoms to visit their GP.
Experts say a cough that has lasted three weeks or more, or getting out of breath doing everyday things such as mowing the lawn or vacuuming, could be a sign of something more sinister.
The roadshow, which was part of a wider Be Clear on Cancer campaign encouraged anyone who has these symptoms to get them checked out by their doctor as finding these conditions early makes them more treatable.
Dr Lola Abudu, director of health and wellbeing for Public health England said: “A persistent cough or becoming breathless doing things you used to be able to do, such as mowing the lawn or walking at a normal place, could be a sign of something serious.
“It’s important to visit your GP to get these symptoms checked out – you won’t be wasting anyone’s time.”
