Isle of Man Anti-Cancer Association

Lung cancer is the second commonest cancer in men, to prostate cancer, and the third commonest in women, behind breast & bowel cancer. In this  podcast, Malcolm & Sandy talk about the warning signs to look out for. They're also joined by Heather Christian, who is a lung cancer patient, to talk about her experience of the symptoms of the disease.

There are around 8-10 new cases of pancreatic cancer on the Island each year.  Most pancreatic cancer patients are diagnosed at a late stage so it is really important to be aware of the early symptoms.  In this podcast, Malcolm & Sandy talk about  the early warning signs to look out for.

In this latest podcast, Malcolm & Sandy talk about what influence certain lifestyle choices have, on various types of cancer.  Making positive lifestyle choices can improve our chances of avoiding and surviving cancer.

Do you know your family history when it comes to health issues? So, what role does a family history play in the risk of developing cancer? Listen to Malcolm & Sandy’s podcast to find out.

There are around 9,000 new cases of oesophageal cancer in the UK every year; that equates to approx. 12 Island residents and it's twice as common in men than women. In this  podcast, Malcolm & Sandy talk about the signs and symptoms to look out for.

Marking World Cancer Day 2022, Sandy Denning and Malcolm Clague from the Isle of Man Anti-Cancer Association speak with Christy DeHaven about the progress in research, support available and symptoms to be aware of.   Subscribe to the IOMACA podcast for further information about all different types of cancer. **NB: this conversation contains some graphic content on the subject of surgery...

Testicular cancer is rare. However, it is still the most common cancer in men aged between 15 and 45, with 2,400 men diagnosed every year in the UK.  If caught early though, there is a 98% chance of a cure so  listen to Malcolm & Sandy’s podcast to find out about the signs and symptoms associated with testicular cancer.

There are around 6,200 new liver cancer cases in the UK every year, that's 17 every day!  In this podcast, Malcolm & Sandy talk about the function of the liver and raise awareness of the signs and symptoms that arise from a tumour in the liver. 

Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men over the age of 50, with around one in eight developing the disease during their lifetime. In this podcast, Malcolm & Sandy highlight the signs and symptoms associated with prostate cancer.

In this podcast, Malcolm & Sandy are joined by Angie Aire, who volunteers for Breast Cancer Now IOM, to talk about breast cancer awareness and breast screening and Malcolm reminds us that men can get breast cancer too so they also need to be breast aware! 

Every year in the UK, around 1800 children unfortunately develop cancer.  In this podcast, Malcolm & Sandy highlight the signs and symptoms associated with childhood cancers.

In this podcast, Malcolm & Sandy talk about a group of cancers that can arise in the head and neck area and how to recognise some of the common symptoms.  

In this podcast, Malcolm & Sandy are joined by Heather Norman, Chairman of local charity Bowel Cancer IOM, to talk about bowel cancer awareness and bowel screening.  It is so important to talk about this subject openly - we need to get rid of the “poo taboo”! Early diagnosis saves lives….          

As skin cancer cases are on the increase, Malcolm & Sandy talk about how to enjoy the sun safely and how to spot the signs & symptoms of a malignant melanoma. Learn your ABCDE’s!

In this podcast, Malcolm & Sandy talk about brain tumours. It can be a rather scary topic, but knowing something about them can lead to earlier diagnosis, less extensive treatments and much better outcomes.              

Ovarian Cancer is often referred to as the “silent killer”. Malcolm & Sandy stress the importance of being aware of the early signs and symptoms of this type of cancer and how to reduce the risk of developing the disease.                       

Malcolm & Sandy talk about the benefits of cancer screening programmes and how important it is to attend/participate when invited.  

Malcolm & Sandy provide a few tips for those who may be considering changing to a healthier lifestyle, thus reducing the chance of developing cancer.

There is a striking statistic that men die on average several years younger than women. Malcolm & Sandy discuss the three male cancers: Testicular, Prostate & Penile - and how awareness can improve lifespan.

Malcolm & Sandy from Isle of Man Anti-Cancer Association talk about the basics of cancer and the importance of knowing the early signs and symptoms.