Cancer Screening:
Early Detection Saves Lives
Why Cancer Screening Matters to Lonely Llama
At the heart of Lonely Llama is a simple belief: families matter, and people deserve the chance to thrive together.
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Cancer affects countless families every single day. When someone is diagnosed late, the impact reaches far beyond the individual — it can change the course of an entire family’s life. The loss, fear, and uncertainty that follow can leave families feeling broken, with thriving no longer feeling possible.
We understand this because we see it.
In our communities - In our conversations - In the lives of the people we support.
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Cancer screening is not just a medical issue — it is a family issue.
Early detection can mean more time, more options, and more moments together. It can be the difference between treatment being possible and opportunities being lost. That is why cancer screening matters to us.
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This page may seem different from other areas of Lonely Llama’s work, but it comes from the same place: a desire to protect families, support wellbeing, and help people live fuller lives together.
By working alongside the NHS, Great Yarmouth Unity Project, and other organisations, we want to help share this message clearly and compassionately. Even if we can help in a small way — by encouraging understanding, reducing fear, or prompting one person to attend screening — that matters.
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Because helping families stay together, and giving them the chance to thrive, starts with protecting health.
World Cancer Day - 4 February - Together, raising awareness of cancer screening
Breast Cancer Screening.
Early detection can save lives
Breast cancer screening is offered to people without symptoms and aims to identify changes in the breast at an early stage. Screening helps detect cancers earlier, when treatment options may be more effective.
Learn about breast cancer screening in this video, with thanks to GYUP.
More information and NHS-led conversations will be added soon.
Bowel Cancer Screening.
A simple test that can make a big difference
Bowel cancer screening looks for blood in stool (faeces), which can be an early sign of bowel cancer. The test is completed at home and may lead to further tests if changes are found.
Learn about bowel cancer screening in this video, with thanks to GYUP.
More information and NHS-led conversations will be added soon.
Cervical Cancer Screening.
Preventing cancer before it develops
Cervical screening checks for human papillomavirus (HPV), which can cause changes in cervical cells. It is not a test for cancer, but a way of identifying changes early so they can be monitored or treated if needed.
Learn about cervical cancer screening in this video, with thanks to GYUP.
More information and NHS-led conversations will be added soon.
We are currently highlighting breast, bowel, and cervical cancer screening as part of our work with GYUP.
A message for our community
Cancer screening saves lives.
Yet every year, thousands of people miss screening appointments—not because they don’t care, but because of fear, confusion, time pressures, past experiences, or simply not understanding how important screening really is.
This page exists to help change that
Working alongside Great Yarmouth Unity Project (GYUP) and in collaboration with NHS teams, Lonely Llama is helping to raise awareness, break down barriers, and encourage open, honest conversations about cancer screening.
If you have been affected by cancer and would like to talk to someone, you can Contact Us and we will help guide you to appropriate support for your needs.
Find out more about NHS cancer screening
Visit the NHS website for up-to-date information on cancer screening.
Great Yarmouth Unity Project (GYUP)
Learn more about GYUP’s work on cancer awareness and screening by visiting the GYUP website.
Lonely LLama was selected to join the Cancer Screening Programme for GYUP, sponsored by GYNV PCN, Gorleston PCN and Norfolk and Waveney ICB
With thanks to The Breadkitchen, Mandalay Wellbeing CIC, Action Community Enterprises (ACE), Dr Dawn Heather, On Your Side and The Mosque for their support.
Cancer screening helps protect families and the moments that matter most.
We’ll be adding further content over time, covering other cancer screening programmes and initiatives. Lonely Llama, alongside GYUP and our partners, is committed to supporting the community through awareness, guidance, and events aimed at helping families understand and access cancer screening.
More information coming soon