Sources of information and support
General information on chemotherapy, hair loss, nausea and vomiting is available elsewhere on this website.
Macmillan Cancer Support
www.macmillan.org.uk
Provides a range of free information and support on all aspects of cancer including:
- advice on benefits and other kinds of financial support
- information on local cancer support groups and organisations near you.
Macmillan Youth Line
www.macmillan.org.uk/whybother
The Macmillan youthline is for young people between the ages of 12 and 21 years who have questions or concerns about cancer. Macmillan also produces publications on cancer types, treatments benefits and financial help for people affected by cancer.
Children's Cancer and Leukaemia Group (CCLG)
www.cclg.org.uk
UKCCSG is a national professional body responsible for the organisation of the treatment and management of children with cancer in the UK. They coordinate national and international clinical trials. They also provide information for patients and families and produce a quarterly magazine called Contact.