The Home of The Pearl Newman Cancer Relief Fund

You must remember you are not alone. We have compiled a list of the web sites of other web sites that help cancer sufferers, their carers and families. (Pages will open in new windows) (The Pearl Newman Cancer Relief Fund is not responsible for external web links)

NATIONAL ORGANISATIONS

Cancer Index www.cancerindex.org

 A non-profit directory of information sorted by disease type, country, and treatment

Cancer Help (from Cancer Research UK) www.cancerhelp.org.uk

 A free information service about cancer and cancer care for people with cancer and their families. 

Anthony Nolan Bone Marrow Trust (UK) www.anthonynolan.com

Founded in 1974 as the first Register of volunteers willing to donate bone marrow in circumstances where a match cannot be found within a patient’s family, The Anthony Nolan Bone Marrow Trust now holds one of the largest databases of unrelated donors in the world

Breast Cancer Campaign (UK) www.bcc-uk.org

A charity which funds research into breast cancer. It has been awarding research grants since 1998 via a Scientific Advisory Board. The site includes information about breast cancer, news and events, donations, FAQ etc.

British National Lymphoma Investigation (UK) www.bnli.ucl.ac.uk

The British National Lymphoma Investigation (BNLI) was formed in 1970 to coordinate medical research into the diagnosis and treatment of lymphomas

Cancer Awareness In Scotland www.scotland-pages.me.uk

Cancer Awareness in Scotland is a dynamic charity motivating healthy lifestyles, cancer prevention and early detection strategies. The website includes health information, advice, statistics, news, puzzles, competitions, polls; 'Better Health' sponsored events; and details of Clean Air Awards Scheme along with its database of smoke-free cafes, restaurants and pubs in Scotland

Cancer Relief Macmillan Fund (UK) www.macmillan.org.uk

Macmillan Cancer Relief is a UK charity supporting people with cancer and their families with specialist information, treatment and care. That support is available from the moment that cancer is diagnosed

Cancer Research Campaign (UK) has merged with the Imperial Cancer Research Fund (ICRF) (UK) and is now Cancer Research UK www.cancerresearchuk.org

National organisation devoted to funding research to fight cancer. Explore the research portfolio and clinical activities and apply for a grant

Scott Hamilton's chemotherapy site offers the latest chemo information for cancer patients and their families, caregivers and friends.

International Myeloma Foundation (UK) www.myeloma.org.uk

Dedicated to improving the quality of life of Myeloma patients while working towards prevention and a cure

Leukaemia Research Fund www.leukaemia-research.org.uk 

A national cancer charity funding research into leukaemia and other types of cancer. The site includes online patient information booklets, and research abstracts

Macmillan Cancer Relief www.macmillan.org.uk

Working for the best information, treatment and care for people with cancer in the UK

Marie Curie - Cancer Care Charity (UK) www.mariecurie.org.uk

Founded in 1948, Marie Curie Cancer Care is now the UK's largest and most comprehensive cancer care charity. All of there vital services are provided free of charge

Medical Research Council (UK) www.mrc.ac.uk

The MRC is a government funded body involved in medical research, including clinical trials and research into cancer.

National Cancer Alliance www.nationalcanceralliance.co.uk   

The National Cancer Alliance (NCA) is a charity campaigning for better cancer services in the UK. It is an independent national membership organisation of cancer patients and their families and friends, and leading cancer experts and other health professionals

The United Kingdom Co-ordinating Committee on Cancer (UKCCCR) www.ukcccr.icnet.uk

These research pages are intended for health professionals looking for information on cancer research and clinical trials

UK Breast Cancer Coalition www.ukbcc.org.uk

Campaigns for all women to have access to the best treatment and care for breast cancer.

CANCER UNITS/CENTRES

Christie Hospital NHS Trust (Manchester, UK) www.christie.man.ac.uk

A dedicated cancer centre in the North West of England.

Clatterbridge Centre for Oncology NHS Trust www.ccotrust.co.uk

CRC - University of Nottingham (UK) www.ccc.nottingham.ac.uk/~nozwww

CRC University of Liverpool - Oncology Research Unit (UK)  www.liv.ac.uk/crconcology.html

These pages contain the papers published by the unit, the cell lines available and links to other sites with information about cancer

Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Trust / Institute of Child Health (UK) www.gosh.nhs.uk

Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Trust and the Institute of Child Health together form the largest paediatric training and research centre in the UK. The two institutions work in partnership to improve the health of children everywhere

Institute of Cancer Research (University of London / Royal Marsden, UK) www.icr.ac.uk  

The Institute of Cancer Research is one of the world's leading cancer research organisations and is internationally renowned for the quality of its science. Its mission is the relief of human suffering by pursuing excellence in the fight against cancer.

Ludwig Institute for Cancer Research (St Mary's Hospital, UK) www.ludwig.ucl.ac.uk

The Ludwig Institute for Cancer Research was established in 1971 by Mr Daniel K. Ludwig, the American businessman. The purpose of the Ludwig Institute for Cancer Research is to originate and conduct incisive long-range research programmes directed to the ultimate goal of eradicating cancer.

North of England Children's Cancer Research Unit (UK) www.ncl.ac.uk/child-health/neccr/neccr.html

The NECCRU is located at the Royal Victoria Infirmary, Newcastle

Paterson Institute for Cancer Research . www.paterson.man.ac.uk

The Institute is part of the Christie Hospital NHS Trusts and is affiliated to Victoria and UMIST universities. The web site includes information about the Institute, its departments, endocrinology, free radical research, links etc.

Restorative Dentistry Oncology Clinic www.rdoc.org.uk

Base at St Luke’s Hospital, Bradford and at Pinderfields Hospital, Wakefield, this website is focused on oral cancer patients. It is also designed as a resource for dentists/doctors and other health professionals. The RDOC web site is a not-for-profit website that aims to help patients find free information on oral cancer easily.

Royal Marsden Hospital (UK) www.royalmarsden.org

Welcome to The Royal Marsden NHS Trust's Website. The Royal Marsden is the UK's leading comprehensive cancer centre and is recognised worldwide for the quality of its services

Royal Victoria Infirmary - Adolescent Oncology Unit (Newcastle, UK) www.ncl.ac.uk/~nchwww/neccr/neccr.html

The Fountain Centre www.weakley.net/fountain/events.htm

Charitable trust attached to St Luke's Cancer Wing of the Royal Surrey County Hospital. Offers counselling, complementary therapies, and a caring environment.

The Harley Street Clinic www.theharleystreetlinic.com

Acute care hospital specialising in oncology and cancer treatment.

University College London Hospitals - Department of Oncology (London, UK) www.ucl.ac.uk/oncology

The department is involved in clinical, laboratory and teaching activities in UCL, Royal Free, and Mt Vernon hospitals.