Useful Links
Here are some links to websites that we really like, and we think you'll find helpful too. Please let us know if you'd like us to add your website, or you know of a good website!
Cancer Bacup
http://www.cancerbacup.org.uk
A UK cancer charity providing information and support for cancer patients. The site offers detailed information for many types of cancer and a wide range of related topics written by oncologists specifically for cancer patients.
Cancer & You
http:www.cancerandyou.info
The Cancer and You website has been developed as part of the Salford and Trafford Cancer Information Project, to allow local people access to information when they need it.
MRI Cancer Centre
http:/www.cancercentre.info
A comprehensive information resource based at Manchester Royal Infirmary.
The Manchester and Chester Cancer Network
St Ann's Hospice
http://www.sah.org.uk
St Ann's Hospice aims to improve the quality of life of people living with life-threatening illnesses in Greater Manchester, while supporting their families and carers.
The Christie Hospital
http://www.christie.nhs.uk
The Christie Hospital NHS Trust is the largest cancer treatment centre of its kind in Europe, and an international leader in cancer research and development.
Cancer Support
http://www.cancerindex.org
A large site based at Newcastle University listing links to cancer support websites.
Cancer Help
http://www.cancerhelp.org.uk
A large and very informative cancer information and support service.
Beechwood Cancer Care Centre
http://www.beechwoodcancercare.co.uk
The website for The Beechwood Cancer Care Centre in Stockport.
Vulval Cancer Support Group
http://www.vaco.co.uk
VACO (Vulval Awareness Campaign Organisation)
Cancer Voices
http://www.cancervoices.org.uk/
CancerVoices is a UK-wide network of people affected by cancer who are helping to shape the future of cancer care. Supported by Macmillan Cancer Relief.
National Conference of Self Help Groups
Greater Manchester Centre for Voluntary Organisations
http://www.gmcvo.org.uk
building the strength and influence of the voluntary sector
Rarer Cancer Forums
http://www.rarercancers.org.uk
UK charity that offers general advice and information about rare and less common cancers, and facilitates supportive networking between patients
Best Treatments
http://www.besttreatments.co.uk
This is a health website for patients and their carers. It has in-depth information on all major chronic conditions. It tells you which treatments work and which don't, based on the best and most up-to-date research evidence. All the information is written in simple and accessible language. The aims to help patients and carers understand their condition, answer their questions about the benefits and risks of treatments, and use the information to work together with their doctor in deciding which treatment is right for them.
Cancer and Us
http://cancerandus.co.uk
Support Group based in the day care centre at St Ann's Hospice in Little Hulton
Mesothelioma
http://www.pleuralmesothelioma.comk
Mesothelioma is a very aggressive cancer caused by exposure to asbestos.Mesothelioma life expectancy depends on the stage, age, treatment options
and individual health.
