Breast, colorectal and lung cancers are the most common in Scotland accounting for 45% of all cancers in 2011. Screening, where applicable, is key to detecting cancer early. While symptoms can be difficult for patients and GP’s to identify it is important to recognise that early detection can impact treatment and survival outcomes. PROGRAMME THE SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT: As part of the Scottish Government’s Detect Cancer Early Programme 7 sessions focusing on lung and bowel cancer are being provided to support, prepare and engage primary care with the campaign. These events have been designed with the Primary Care Cancer Leads. They are supported by the specialist charities, Bowel Cancer UK and Roy Castle Lung Foundation. Participating will: Update you on the new referral guidelines Help practices create bowel cancer screening plans to meet SQoF requirements Prepare you for the lung cancer campaign Answer your questions on bowel screening, patient signs and symptoms, and provide information on prevention as well as available treatments. THE SESSIONS WILL INCLUDE: Lung Cancer Social Marketing Campaign Signs and Symptoms Lung Cancer Referral Guidelines Q&A Refreshment Break Bowel Cancer Screening Programme SQoF & eHealth Colorectal Cancer Referral Guidelines Q&A Each section will be presented by experts on the subject and each session will be hosted by a primary care cancer lead. The events will start at 2pm and finish at 6pm. Information on prevention and treatment options will be available at the events. To find your nearest session and book a place please visit: bookings.shscevents.co.uk/all/browse The first session will be webcast live for those of you who are not able to attend. To sign up to the online webcast please visit www.bowelcanceruk.org.uk/detect-cancer-early