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Oesophageal Cancer Awareness Month

February is oesophageal cancer awareness month. In the UK, around 9000 people are diagnosed with oesophageal cancer each year. This awareness month, learn more about the symptoms of oesophageal cancer and where you can get support.

What is oesophageal cancer?

Signs and symptoms of oesophageal cancer

Tests for oesophageal cancer

Stories from people affected by oesophageal cancer

Daksha

Eddie

Michael

Further information

Related stories & media

Support for people affected by oesophageal cancer

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Accessing Macmillan services

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Cancer and cost of living advice

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Further support