Cancer
Page last reviewed: 26 January 2023
Page created: 26 January 2023
Page created: 26 January 2023
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One in three people will be affected by cancer at some stage in their life. As well as your GP and hospital teams there are many other ways to access further information and support.
MacMillan cancer support - how to get help
There are videos available Macmillan and the support they offer on the Macmillan Video Site
There is further information and educational videos on the Cancer Research UK Video Site
Free information service provided by Cancer Research UK about cancer and cancer care for people with cancer and their families. Information is formatted in such a way that makes understanding the website an easy process.
Further information about symptoms, treatment, causes and prevention of cancer.
Maggie's – everyone's home of cancer care (maggies.org)
The Maggies Centre is a national charity with a centre based at the Western General Hospital in Edinburgh. It provides holistic support for patients diagnosed with cancer.
These links all come from trusted resources but if you are unsure about these or any other medical matters please contact your doctor or pharmacist for advice.