The web Directory of Information Materials for People Affected by Cancer is regularly updated and currently has details of over 1,900 booklets, leaflets, books and audiovisual materials for people affected by cancer. Most have been published in the last five years but we have included some older ones that are still useful.
Macmillan Cancer Support
This booklet explains that it is not common for cancer to run in families, what is known about the main causes of ovarian cancer and how to reduce the risk.
Sheldon Press
Advances in treatment mean that increasing numbers of people now survive cancer in the long term. This book examines the sophisticated medical choices available that help to boost life expectancy and how to maximize your chances of recovery. In this positive and comprehensive book, Mark Greener says, 'Your cancer journey is deeply personal, often difficult and at times frightening, but today's cutting-edge treatments can help you to live as full a life as possible, for as long as possible.' (Publisher)
Macmillan Cancer Support
Audio CD of the booklet, which describes chemotherapy in detail, what it is, why and when it is given, how it is given, and the most common side-effects. Includes details of useful organisations and other resources such as books and websites, and a list of questions to ask about treatment.
Macmillan Cancer Support
This leaflet explains: what we know about the main causes of bowel cancer; what you can do to reduce your risk of developing cancer.
Sarcoma UK
This booklet is for anyone recently diagnosed with a gynaecological sarcoma. It explains what gynaecological sarcomas are, how they are diagnosed, and the treatment options. It includes space to record details of your diagnosis, the names and contact details of your health care team, and your appointments.
Prostate Cancer UK
This factsheet describes how cryotherapy treats prostate cancer, what it involves, and the possible side effects.
Public Health England
Leaflet aimed at encouraging women over 70 to check their breasts regularly and to go to the doctor as soon as they notice any change.
Macmillan Cancer Support
Information and support for people who have had, or who are about to have, a bowel screening test. The booklet describes the bowel, bowel cancer, the faecal occult blood (FOB) test, further diagnostic tests (colonoscopy, virtual colonoscopy), and the benefits and disadvantages of bowel cancer screening.
Macmillan Cancer Support
This leaflet explains that it is not common for cancer to run in families, what is known about the main causes of breast cancer and how to reduce the risk.
Public Health England
This leaflet gives information about how a colonoscopy is carried out, and explains the benefits and risks of having the investigation. It aims to help people make an informed choice about having a colonoscopy.
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