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Talking About Cancer: Reducing Risk, Early Detection and Mythbusting

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Summary

Price
Free
Study method
Online
Duration
3 weeks · Self-paced
Qualification
No formal qualification

Overview

1 in 2 people will develop cancer in their lifetime. At Cancer Research UK we want to get people talking about cancer and health.

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Description

Gain the tips, tools and confidence to have conversations that could save lives

Talking about cancer can be tough. You might be worried that you’ll say the wrong thing or that you simply don’t know enough about the subject.

This course draws on the knowledge of Cancer Research UK experts. Learning is through quizzes, articles, discussion and videos demonstrating conversational dos and don’ts.

Over the course of 3 weeks you will find out how to encourage people to make healthy lifestyle changes, access local services or visit their doctor promptly if they notice changes to their body.

What will you achieve?

Have the tips, tools and confidence to engage members of the public in meaningful conversations about cancer.

Be aware of the key facts about cancer and be able to explain these to members of the public.

Identify and deal effectively with barriers and challenges to meaningful conversations.

Explain and direct people to the right places for support, and encourage practical action.

Who is this course for?

The course is particularly relevant for those working or volunteering in the following areas: advocacy, care and support work, community health centres and services, dentistry, GP surgeries, mental health, nursing, occupational therapy, oncology, osteopathy, pharmacy, physiotherapy, public health, radiotherapy, sexual health, social work, or any other healthcare.

**However, it is suitable for anyone with an interest in the topic, and may help with both personal and professional conversations about cancer and health.**

The course **does not** require any previous experience of this subject.

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