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Useful Links Specific Cancers Looking for a specific cancer group? Look no further - if you have a group you would like to add, please email us using our 'Contact Us' button. Blood and Marrow Transplant ResourcesBlood and Marrow Transplant Resources is one of the Internet's premier portals for information, encouragement, and support for those having or considering a bone marrow or stem cell transplant. Mark Patton, founder, has had 5 BMTs and PBSCTs since 1991 to treat his multiple myeloma. He has chronicled his experiences as the World's Most Transplanted Person in a book entitled, "Over 140 Things You Need to Know about Your Autologous Bone Marrow or Stem Cell Transplant". The book is $11.95 plus $3.50 S&H ($15.45) and can be purchased at www.BMTresources.org. Brain Tumour UK Brain tumour research, support, information, education and awareness for those affected in any way by brain tumours. Breast Cancer Care Offers free information and support to those affected by breast cancer or with breast health concerns. Runs a national helpline and telephone support group British Liver Trust An organisation for people with liver disease including liver cancer. British Thyroid Foundation Provides support and information to those affected by thyroid disorders and to raise awareness. Also has a link to Thyroid Federation International. BT Buddies The purpose of BT Buddies is to provide as much information as possible in one place on high grade brain tumours for patients, families and caregivers in the UK. As well as the information pages we have a forum area where people can ask questions, get support, share their stories, and more. Kidney Cancer UK Information and support for kidney cancer patients and carers including internet discussion, quarterly magazines etc. International Myeloma Foundation Informs and supports people affected by myeloma and helps to improve standard of treatment and care through education and research. Leukaemia CARE Leukaemia CARE exists to provide vital care and support to all those whose lives are affected by leukaemia, lymphoma and the allied blood disorders, including the welfare of families and carers as well as of patients. Call the CARE Line on 0800 169 6680 Fundraising website: www.raise4leukaemia.org.uk (registered charity no: 59483) Leukaemia CARE Scotland Leukaemia CARE Scotland as above - Call the CARE Line on 0800 169 6680 or the Scotland office on 0131 668 4345 (registered charity no: SCO39207) Lymphoma Association Everything you need to know about Lymphoma Mesothelioma The Mesothelioma Cancer Center provides the latest, up-to-date information in the hopes of spreading awareness about the dangers of asbestos. Mesothelioma is a rare, aggressive cancer almost exclusively caused by exposure to asbestos, this site’s goal is to offer a one-stop resource for ways to find everything from treatment options to the nearest mesothelioma doctors in your area. Mesothelioma Web In place for a decade, Mesothelioma Web is a comprehensive and authoritative resource, offering hope, help, and support to those diagnosed with malignant mesothelioma. My Wife Has Cancer My wife died in January 2009, after nearly five years of good life from the time of diagnosis of incurable breast cancer. I have now written a website at www.mywifehascancer.info to pass on to other men what I learned during the journey. I hope the site will be helpful, and that other people may have additional ideas and thoughts that I should add. Contact me at cancer@cleaford.co.uk NET Patient Foundation Help and support for patients and families affected by Neuroendocrine Tumours, incorporating living with Carcinoid Oesophageal Patients Association (OPA) The OPA helps new patients and their families to cope with any difficulties arising as a result of treatment, giving support and encouraging them to achieve a good quality of life. This is done by providing information leaflets on matters of concern, a telephone support line, arranging patient support meetings around the UK and, where possible, visiting patients in hospital or making contact during their convalescence. Ovacome Ovacome is a UK-wide support network providing information and support for everyone affected by ovarian cancer. This site is designed for women with ovarian cancer, their families, friends and healthcare professionals The Prostate Cancer Charity Provides information and support for people affected by prostate cancer. Includes a telephone helpline and free publications about prostate cancer. Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation International centre for lung cancer research. Supports the work of local groups. Vulva Awareness Campaign Organisation Information and support via website and phone line. Return to the Main Links page
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