The Royal Bournemouth and Christchurch Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is holding a talk which will help members of the public gain a greater understanding of cancer.

The talk, presented by Dr Tamas Hickish, Consultant in Medical Oncology and visiting professor at Bournemouth University , will cover aspects such as developments in our understanding of the origins of cancer, and the approach to new treatments.

One in three people will develop cancer, the condition where cells reproduce uncontrollably and invade and destroy surrounding tissue and organs, in their lifetime.

There are more than 200 different types of cancer, and each has its own methods of diagnosis and treatment, yet many people still have limited knowledge of the disease and its contributing factors. The most common types of cancer in the UK are breast, prostate, lung, bowel, bladder and womb cancer.

It’s important to listen to your body and look out for subtle changes, such as unexplained bleeding, changes in bowel habits, or newly developing lumps and bumps.

The talk is the last in this year’s series of Understanding Health events, which are completely free to the public and give valuable insight into topics that may otherwise be difficult to understand.

Tamas said: “Major improvements in cancer treatment along with early detection and prevention will result in a significant reduction in cancer deaths.”

The Tamas will present the Understanding Cancer talk at 11am, Monday 24th September at the Village Hotel, opposite the Royal Bournemouth Hospital.

Previous events have been extremely popular so booking is recommended. To book your place call 01202 704271 or email events@rbch.nhs.uk providing your name, how many places you would like to reserve and your telephone number.