Around 285,000 new cases of cancer are diagnosed each year in the UK. At Cancer Research UK we are working hard to improve our understanding of cancer and develop better ways to prevent, diagnose and treat the disease.

In this section you can find information on:

• our research – Cancer Research UK supports scientists, doctors and nurses across the UK, who are working together to investigate all aspects of cancer
• providing cancer information – millions of people have benefited from information provided by Cancer Research UK. We produce information for audiences including cancer patients and their families, the general public and health professionals
• working with Government – find out how, with the help of the public, Cancer Research UK works to make sure that cancer stays at the top of the health agenda
• making a difference – real-life stories from people who have been affected by cancer.

You can find out about our work and achievements in our annual publications:

Our Annual Review 2007/08 – contains information about Cancer Research UK's financial performance over the past year.

Our Scientific Yearbook 2007/08 – showcases a broad range of our scientific activities through articles and short reports, as well as and factual information about the charity.