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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.
Myeloma UK
This Infosheet explains that myeloma is not an ‘inherited’ cancer in the sense that most people understand the term, but that inherited genetic variations can affect a person’s risk of developing myeloma.
Target Ovarian Cancer|Colostomy UK
Our expert mini guide is for you if you have a stoma or may get one after ovarian cancer surgery. Based on the latest evidence and full of insights from people who understand what you're going through, this guide explores what a stoma is and does and offers practical tips for overcoming common concerns.
Prostate Cancer UK
This factsheet is for men with advanced prostate cancer who would like to know more about treatment with palliative radiotherapy. It explains who can have palliative radiotherapy, how it treats advanced prostate cancer and the advantages and disadvantages. It covers external beam radiotherapy and internal radiotherapy (radioisotopes), describing what the treatment involves and the side effects. It does not cover the treatment of localised or locally-advanced prostate cancer.
Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation
This booklet was written with the help of lung cancer experts, people affected by lung cancer, and others who support people with lung cancer to help you make the most of your health and wellbeing.
World Cancer Research Fund
This leaflet explains who is at risk, how colorectal cancer is detected and diagnosed, and how to help reduce cancer risk. It also describes the symptoms to look out for and the national screening programme.
Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation
Most people look forward to a holiday. This booklet covers everything you will want to know, from medication advice to destinations.
Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation
If you or someone you care for has lung cancer and has been told about brain metastases, then this booklet will help answer your questions about symptoms, tests, and what treatments may be available.
Bowel Cancer UK
A5 leaflet outlining what bowel cancer is, who's at risk and what symptoms to look out for.
Pancreatic Cancer UK
This fact sheet is for people with pancreatic cancer who are having a stent or bypass surgery. These treatments help symptoms caused by the cancer blocking the bile duct or duodenum. Family members may also find it helpful. It describes what the treatments involve, possible side effects, how they can affect your diet, and recovering afterwards.
Guts UK
Information about bowel cancer, including causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment options, and secondary bowel cancer.
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