Cancer symptoms: Feeling thirsty could be an indication of advanced bowel cancer – warning

“If the test finds anything unusual, you might be asked to have further tests to confirm or rule out cancer,” the NHS added.

Cancer Research UK cautioned that “because of Covid, there are delays” in the delivery of home testing kits and receiving your results.

However, for everybody eligible, it is in your best interest to complete the health check.

The sooner that any type of cancer is identified, the sooner treatment can begin and the more chance of a successful recovery.