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If you're reading this, you're likely worried. Perhaps you've switched from smoking to vaping and want to know if you've truly reduced your risk of lung cancer. The honest answer is more complex than a simple yes or no. Vaping seems less harmful than smoking cigarettes, but we do not have enough long-term evidence to know the full cancer risk.

Chemoimmunotherapy for lung cancer combines chemotherapy and immunotherapy to improve survival and long-term outcomes. Learn how Dr James Wilson offers personalised care and rapid access to treatment in London.

Can you beat stage 4 cancer? While a cure may not always be possible, many people live well for years with the right treatment plan and support. This page offers expert guidance on survival, treatment options, emotional support, and how to access advanced care in the UK.

Learn about advanced melanoma, including its symptoms, diagnosis, and latest treatment options like immunotherapy and targeted therapy. Discover how Dr. James Wilson provides personalised care and access to clinical trials. Take the next step with expert support for your treatment plan.

Skin cancer is common but highly treatable when detected early. Learn to recognise the symptoms of melanoma, basal cell carcinoma, and squamous cell carcinoma—including mole changes, persistent sores, and less obvious warning signs in hidden areas. Early diagnosis saves lives.

Radiotherapy for lung cancer can affect the heart, but advanced techniques like cardiac-sparing planning and proton beam therapy now allow us to treat cancer effectively while protecting heart health. Learn how Dr James Wilson leads the way in safer, personalised lung cancer care.

When cancer spreads to just a few sites, it may still be treatable. This article explores how advanced stereotactic radiotherapy (SABR) can precisely target and eliminate oligometastatic disease—offering long-term control or even cure with minimal side effects. Learn how technologies like CyberKnife and MR-Linac are reshaping what’s possible for patients with limited metastases.

Some patients still ask if I’m that Dr James Wilson – the cancer specialist from House. I’ve never watched the show, but when I learned he was known for being compassionate and humorous, I took it as a compliment. While I may not share his screen presence, I do share his commitment to empathy, support, and keeping a sense of humour throughout your cancer journey.

Diet plays a vital role before, during, and after lung radiotherapy. Learn what to eat to ease side effects like oesophagitis, support your immune system, and maintain energy—plus expert guidance from oncology dietitian Jo Cunningham.

Radiotherapy is a powerful tool in treating lung cancer, but it can come with long-term side effects. This article explains what to expect, how to manage and reduce risks, and how advanced techniques like proton therapy, CyberKnife, and motion management can help protect your quality of life during and after treatment.

Radiotherapy for thymoma is as much an art as a science. In this post, Dr James Wilson shares insights from his recent talk at MSKCC, discussing the importance of precision, multidisciplinary collaboration, and why proton beam therapy should be considered for every patient receiving post-operative treatment for this rare cancer.