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Cancer

Association for International Cancer Research

News and information about various types of cancer, prevention, symptoms, treatments and research.

Bandolier

Cancer related full text articles from the online version of the journal subtitled "Evidence based thinking about health care", within sections headed Breast cancer, Cancer and diet, Cancer diagnosis and other cancer stories.

Breast Cancer Care

Extensive news and information about breast cancer and breast health, treatments, support and research, including online leaflets, booklets and other publications.

Cancer Help UK

Information about cancer and care for patients and families. Sections include About cancer, Specific cancers, Living with cancer, Worried about cancer?, Your stories, Symptoms and side effects, Cancer research, Healthy eating and Help and support.

Cancer Screening Programmes: NHS

Extensive news, information and advice about breast, cervical, bowel and prostate cancers.

Leukaemia and Lymphoma Research

Information on leukaemia, lymphoma, myeloma and other blood cancers. It includes research news, downloadable leaflets, a help and advice telephone line, and links to local groups.

Macmillan Cancer Support

Supports those diagnosed with cancer, conducts research, educates and campaigns for change. Includes comprehensive news and information about diagnosis, tests, treatments and various health services, advice for patients and families, personal stories and links to local news and information.

Prostate Cancer Charity

Includes news and information about prostate cancer, signs and symptoms, treatments, support and research.

Royal Marsden NHS Trust cancer information

Information on cancer, its diagnosis and treatments. Includes downloadable leaflets and a link to the hospital’s research partner the Institute of Cancer Research.

tic: Teen Info on Cancer

Information, advice and support for young people, with the opportunity to write a blog and share experiences.