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  1. Cancer in children

    In children, the genetic changes that cause cancer are not due to lifestyle but are more likely to be random and difficult to predict.

  2. Cancer of the uterus

    Uterine cancer is one of the most common gynaecological cancers.

  3. Cancer pain management

    A person with cancer who obtains pain relief is likely to sleep better and have more energy during the day.

  4. Cancer screening

    The aim of cancer screening is to find cancer in its early stages.

  5. Cancer treatments - chemotherapy

    Chemotherapy is the use of drugs to destroy cancer cells.

  6. Cancer treatments - radiotherapy

    Radiotherapy uses precisely targeted x-rays to destroy cancer cells while reducing the impact of radiation on healthy cells.

  7. Candida auris (C. auris)

    Candida is a genus of fungi (yeasts) that live on the skin and inside the human body. Candida auris (also called C. auris) is an uncommon fungus that can cause serious infections.

  8. Carbapenemase-producing Enterobacterales (CPE)

    Enterobacterales is the name given to a type of bacteria or germs, many of which normally live in your bowel. A well-known member of Enterobacterales is Escherichia coli or E. coli.

  9. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)

    CPR is a life-saving skill that everyone should learn from an accredited organisation.

  10. Carpal tunnel syndrome

    Carpal tunnel syndrome can be caused by repetitive hand movements, pregnancy and arthritis.