Cancer

One in three people will be affected by cancer at some stage in their lives. There are many different types of cancer and this page doesn’t cover them all, but the general information will help you to access further information and support.

Macmillan Cancer Support - The cancer line and how it can help

There are videos available on Macmillan and the support they offer on the Macmillan Video Site

There is further information and educational videos on the Cancer Research UK Video Site

Useful Links

There are plenty of resources available online that will help you with many minor illnesses. Click on the logos (below) to be taken to the main resources providing helpful guidance and useful information on how you can help yourself, or go to the Health Information section of this website for additional support and information.

Cancer - Healthtalkonline

Healthtalkonline, an award-winning charity website, lets you share in other people’s experiences of health and illness. An excellent resource compiled after interviewing a wide range of people suffering from heart disease.

 

Visit Healthtalkonline Page

Cancer Overview

An excellent resource with useful video, audio, images and references relating to differing forms of Cancer, the causes & treatments.

Cancerhelp

Free information service provided by Cancer Research UK about cancer and

cancer care for people with cancer and their families. Information is formatted

in such a way that makes understanding the website an easy process.

 

Visit Cancer Research UK

Macmillan Cancer Support

 

Europe’s leading cancer information charity, with over 4,500 pages of up-to-date cancer information, practical advice and support for cancer patients, their families and carers.

 

Visit Macmillan Cancer Support


NHS

Further information about symptoms, treatment, causes and prevention of Cancer.


These links all come from trusted resources but if you are unsure about these or any other medical matters please contact your doctor or pharmacist for advice.

 

Improved Access

We are working together with other local practices to offer patients access to more appointments in the early mornings, evenings and at weekends. To find out more about these services, please contact the practice.