Lung cancer campaign urges over-40s to get persistent coughs checked out
Lung cancer is the most common form of cancer found in Scotland (Peter Byrne/PA)
A new campaign is urging over-40s who have developed a new or persistent cough, but tested negative for Covid-19, to contact their GP.
Statistics show there are around 25% fewer lung cancers being diagnosed now, compared to pre-coronavirus.
A new campaign, Detect Cancer Early, from Public Health Scotland, is urging those aged 40 and over to not put off contacting their GP if they have any possible cancer symptoms.
Lung cancer is the most common cancer in Scotland, with around 5,000 people diagnosed each year.