Cancer Services
What is Cancer?
Cancer is a disease of the body's cells. You get cancer when normal body cells get out of control, multiply and spread. The body has billions of cells. They are so small you can see them only with a microscope. They are a bit like building blocks - groups of cells make up all the organs and tissues of the body. The lungs, liver, kidneys and skin, for instance, are all made from cells.
Our bodies automatically make new cells when we need them. Every day, some of our cells get old and die just through normal wear and tear, so we make new ones to replace them. Usually, cells grow in a controlled and orderly way. Each cell knows exactly what to do, when to do it. and when to stop. It has a nucleus (centre) that contains all the instructions it needs.
But cancer cells are different and don't behave themselves! They have gone wrong in some way, and follow different instructions. Please click on the link below to navigate to the Dorset Cancer Network which contains information on cancer and related topics including cancer treatments, such as radiotherapy and chemotherapy, local information about how cancer is treated in Dorset. You can also find out information about different types of cancer.
Cancer Services in Dorset
If you - or someone you care for - has cancer, there's no need to feel alone. There are many people who can give you the help, advice and support you need. Please click on the link below to navigate to the Dorset Cancer Network website where you can find out about the services provided in Dorset.
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