Links

We have selected some organisations that we think might be useful to cancer patients and their families. Click on one of the links below to go to their website.

CancerBACUP
Over 3000 pages of up to date cancer information, publications, resources and support. You can also call their Freephone helpline on 0808 800 1234.

The Oesophageal Patients Association
The members of the OPA are former patients who hold regular meetings across the UK to help new patients and their families to come to terms with their illness and to cope with treatment.

Helpline 0121 704 9860.

NHS National Institute for Clinical Excellence - PDT paper
This is a short paper on Photodynamic Therapy for those considering the procedure. It describes the therapy, its success and its risks.

The Beatson West of Scotland Cancer Centre
The Beatson West of Scotland Cancer Centre (BWoSCC) was officially opened in February 2008. The Beatson provides all the radiotherapy, and much of the chemotherapy, for patients with cancer in Scotland's west. We offer our service and care to 60% of Scotland?s population of 2.8 million people.