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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.
Breast Cancer Care
This leaflet explains why exercise is necessary after breast surgery, when to start exercising, and how long to carry on. It opens out into a poster that demonstrates exercises for the days and weeks after surgery.
Breast Cancer Care
This leaflet describes the FEC chemotherapy combination (5 fluorouracil, epirubicin and cyclophosphamide), when it may be used, how it works, how it is given and the possible side-effects.
Breast Cancer Care
This leaflet uses illustrations to show women how to check their breasts. Includes the English-language version.
Breast Cancer Care
This booklet explains what pertuzumab is, when it’s given and its possible side effects. Pertuzumab is the generic (non-branded) name of the drug. Its current brand name is Perjeta®.
Marie Curie
This booklet provides an overview of the practical and emotional issues that may come up when someone close to you dies.
Lymphoma Action
This factsheet describes complementary therapies and how they may be used in lymphoma. It has brief information about the different types (acupuncture, aromatherapy, art therapy, chiropractic care, massage, mindfulness, music therapy, tai chi and yoga), and also looks at choosing a complementary therapy, finding a practitioner, the availability of complementary therapy and regulation.
Age UK
This guide aims to put older people at ease if they are going to be admitted to hospital. It will help them: prepare for going into hospital; understand their rights in hospital; understand the discharge process; and be more informed about care afterwards. It may also be useful for relatives and friends, as it can be a difficult time for them too.
Lymphoma Action
Skin problems can be a symptom of lymphoma. They can also be a side effect of some treatments. This factsheet has suggestions to help you manage dry, sore and itchy skin. Contents: Skin problems as a symptom of lymphoma; Skin problems as a side effect of treatment; Managing sore, dry and itchy skin.
Breast Cancer Care
This leaflet explains what lymphoedema is and who is at risk. It describes how to reduce the risk of developing lymphoedema, and what to do if problems occur (swelling and skin damage).
Breast Cancer Care
This booklet explains what the chemotherapy combination FEC-T is, when it may be prescribed, how it is given and what side effects may occur. FEC-T is a combination of four chemotherapy drugs: 5 fluorouracil (also known as 5FU); epirubicin; cyclophosphamide; docetaxol (also known as Taxotere).
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