BLADDER CANCER.
SAME SYMPTOMS.
DIFFERENT STORY.
Did you know symptoms of bladder cancer can be overlooked, particularly in women?
Symptoms of bladder cancer can overlap with the symptoms of urinary tract infection (UTI), especially where blood in pee is caused by a UTI or gynaecological issues including menopausal/post-menopausal symptoms.
SAME SYMPTOMS. DIFFERENT STORY highlights key symptoms of bladder cancer and reminds people, especially women, to contact their GP practice early to get their symptoms checked.
RM Partners North West and South West London Cancer Alliance (RMP), in partnership with Action Bladder Cancer UK (ABC UK), is supporting a campaign to help more people recognise the signs and symptoms of bladder cancer and to contact their GP practice early.
The campaign is focusing on people over the age of 50, particularly women (where bladder cancer can often be overlooked) and those from lower socio-economic groups as they are most likely to experience a late-stage cancer diagnosis. It will also include people in this age group from Black and South Asian ethnic backgrounds, who are already at increased risk of health inequalities.
The campaign is supported by GPs and healthcare professionals across north west and south west London boroughs. You may even spot familiar faces on bus shelter pop-ups, pharmacies and your own GP practice.
What are the symptoms of bladder cancer?
Listen below to find out what the main symptoms of bladder cancer could be.
Help and resources from Action Bladder Cancer UK
Get Involved in the Campaign
This September we're raising awareness of bladder cancer risks, signs and symptoms.
Please help support the campaign by spreading the word across your social media. In the toolkit below you’ll find assets and messaging you can use. You can also place an order for free materials such as posters and wallet sized cards for your organisation or community group.
The campaign is supported by RM Partners North West and South West London Cancer
Alliance.
