*Welcome to the OutUK series looking at gay men and their health brought to you in association with the NHS* website.**
	Each week we'll tackle a different topic in our A to Z of Gay Health. We'll have features and advice on everything from relationships, sexual health, mental and physical conditions and how to stay fit. You can follow any of links provided below for more information direct from the NHS website, or see this week's feature L: Laxatives.

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Who is more likely to get kidney cancer

Anyone can get kidney cancer, but some things can increase your chances of getting it.

You may be more likely to get it if you:

You cannot always prevent kidney cancer. But making healthy changes can lower your chances of getting it.

try to lose weight if you're overweight
quit smoking
make lifestyle changes if you have high blood pressure, such as cutting back on salt, alcohol and caffeine

It's important to get any symptoms of kidney cancer checked by a GP.

Even if you do not think you fit into any of the groups with a higher chance of getting it. Anyone can get kidney cancer.

OutUK's A to Z of Gay Health continues and you can read this week's feature L: Laxatives. We have covered many subjects in this series and you can catch up with all of our Previous A to Z Features. If you want to find out more about this particular topic you can visit the Original article on the NHS website. If you are worried by any aspect of your health make sure you go and see your doctor or book an appointment at your local clinic.
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