Bupa Cromwell Cancer Centre
Link to cancer charity's websites giving advise and support to cancer sufferes and their families
There are many cancer related support groups. Below are some of the links to cancer support sites, charities and related information. Please note that the links below are to external websites which are not connected to the Bupa Cromwell Hospital (see disclaimer).
Cancer Advice
From leading UK cancer specialists. A useful resource for patients and their families which includes expert advice, information on cancer treatment centres and contact details of cancer specialists.
cancerbackup
Cancerbackup has now merged with Macmillan Cancer Support.
Cancerbackup is a cancer information charity and provides practical, medical, emotional and financial support. Up-to-date cancer information is available specifically written for cancer patients, their families and carers. The site provides a wide range of free publications, many in different languages.
The Macmillan Cancer Support site is for those wishing to support or get involved in the charity.
CancerHelp UK
This is the patient information website of Cancer Research UK. It provides a free information service about all cancers and cancer care for people with cancer and their families.
Website provides support links, patient and carer information and explains how Marie Curie Nurses and Hospices can assist those with cancer.
The Prostate Cancer Charity
Privoides excellent, in-depth information and support to men with prostate cancer and their families through publications and a specialist nurse helpline.
Breast Cancer Care
Support for breast cancer patients involves an encouragement to communicate, be it learning of others experiences, sharing feelings, or talking to qualified nurses. Access to download or order information and publications.
The UK Brain Tumour Society
Charity provides professional practical and emotional support to brain tumour patients and their families. Offers wide range of booklets and leaflets providing information on coping with the disease, types of tumours and treatments.
Charity dedicated to improving the quality of life of those affected by bowel cancer, by providing high quality information, support and advice.
Provides excellent practical and emotional support for patients and all those affected by lung cancer.
Publications are free of charge and are written and reviewed by healthcare and other professionals and also by people affected by lung disease.