A term used to describe a condition that may or is likely to become a cancer.

An abnormal growth that protrudes from a mucous membrane, often on a stalk.

A plan or course of action intended to influence and determine decisions, actions and other matters.

A health professional that provides physical support, massage and manipulation to help with mobility and reduce pain.

A scan used to show any areas in the body where cells are more active than usual.

People who have had a personal experience of cancer, including patients, people living with cancer, cancer survivors, caregivers and family members.

The lower part of the trunk of the body: roughly, the area that extends from hip to hip and waist to groin.

Tests that involve examining blood, tissue or cells from the body.

A person who studies diseases to understand their nature and cause. Pathologists examine biopsies under a microscope to diagnose cancer and other diseases.

See ‘breast conserving surgery’.