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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.
Bowel Cancer UK
This leaflet describes bowel screening in Wales: what bowel cancer screening is; why it is important; what the test involves; who can take part; and what happens after the test.
Bowel Cancer UK
This leaflet describes bowel screening in England: what bowel cancer screening is; why it is important; what the test involves; who can take part; and what happens after the test.
Leukaemia Care
This booklet is for people adjusting to life after diagnosis and treatment of a blood cancer.
Macmillan Cancer Support
A translation of selected pages (14-25, 28-34) from Macmillan Cancer Support’s booklet “Understanding breast screening” (MAC11674_E07_N).
Macmillan Cancer Support
Ten tips to help line managers support an employee through the cancer journey, from diagnosis through treatment and living with cancer.
Macmillan Cancer Support
This booklet has information for women who have ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS). It describes DCIS, the risk factors and causes, symptoms, diagnosis and tests, staging and grading, and the treatment options (surgery, radiotherapy, hormonal therapies). It also covers issues such as life after treatment and feelings.
Macmillan Cancer Support
This booklet is about breast cancer in women. It is for women who are having tests for breast cancer and women who have been diagnosed with breast cancer. It covers breast cancer that has not spread to other parts of the body and describes the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, stages, and treatment (including surgery, radiotherapy, chemotherapy and hormonal therapy). It also discusses issues such as fertility, hormone replacement therapy, and feelings. Includes details of useful organisations and other resources.
Macmillan Cancer Support
This booklet is about talking about cancer. It is for anyone who has a cancer diagnosis. It explains: the benefits of talking about cancer; how to overcome the things that make talking difficult; how to deal with other people’s reactions. It also has practical tips for talking and asking for support.
Macmillan Cancer Support
This booklet is about primary brain tumours. It is for anyone who has been diagnosed with a primary brain tumour. There is also information for carers, family members and friends. The booklet explains the signs and symptoms of a primary brain tumour, and how it is diagnosed and treated. It also has information about emotional, practical and financial issues.
Leukaemia Care
Acute myelomonocytic leukaemia (AMML) is a rare type of acute myeloid leukaemia (AML). This booklet explains it what it is, and describes the symptoms, diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment options. It also covers issues such as telling your family, managing your emotions, and survivorship. Includes a glossary and sources of support.
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