A ROADSHOW aims to highlight the symptoms of bladder and kidney cancer which can include blood in pee.

A Be Clear on Cancer roadshow is set to visit Worcestershire over the next few weeks, to raise awareness of bladder and kidney cancer symptoms. Figures have revealed that around 1,770 people are diagnosed with either bladder or kidney cancer each year in the West Midlands (17,560 in England), with approximately 820 people dying from these diseases in the region annually, (7,860 nationally).

The roadshows aim to improve awareness that blood in pee is a key symptom of bladder or kidney cancer and those who notice it, even if it’s just once, should see their doctor without delay. Research has found that 43 per cent of people would wait until they saw blood in their pee at least a second time before they contacted their GP.

The earlier bladder and kidney cancers are diagnosed, the higher the chance of survival, so being aware of the symptoms is crucial. More than nine in 10 people in England survive bladder or kidney cancer for at least a year if diagnosed at the earliest stage, but this drops to just one in three if diagnosed at a late stage.

The roadshow will be coming to Riverside, Evesham on Monday, November 10 and Tuesday, November 11 between 9am to 5.30pm and to Maylord, Hereford between 9am and 5.30pm on Friday, November 14 and Saturday, November 15.

At the event leaflets will be distributed that provide information on bladder and kidney cancer and possible signs of the diseases. A nurse will also be on hand to talk to anyone who has any questions.

Sean Duffy, National Clinical Director for Cancer at NHS England, said: “Knowing the signs and seeing your GP as early as possible can make a real difference and significantly improve the chances of surviving bladder and kidney cancer. That is why the blood in pee campaign is so important.” Symptoms can include pain while peeing, a pain below the ribs that doesn’t go away and lump in your stomach.