Kidney cancer - Learn more
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Kidney cancer is the name for cancers that arise in the kidneys, organs that produce urine (to remove waste products from blood) and regulate blood pressure. Abnormal cells can form a tumour, affecting urination, and can spread through the body.
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Leukaemia - Learn more
Leukaemia is the name for cancers that form in white blood cells. These cells are part of the immune system, so leukaemia can increase the risk of infection. There are many different types of leukaemia, so treatment is tailored to the specific type.
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Lung cancer - Learn more
Lung cancer is the name for cancers that arise in lung tissue. Abnormal cells can interfere with lung function and spread to other parts of the body. Smoking is a major risk factor, although non-smokers can also develop lung cancer.
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Melanoma - Learn more
Melanoma is a type of cancer that starts in the melanocyte cells of the skin, usually due to damage from UV light (sunlight). A new or changing mole may be a sign of a potential melanoma. Melanoma cells can spread to other parts of the body.
