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LINKS
(this section is currently being updated - hence some blank spaces exist
for now)
News stories that may be of interest:
29th May 2010 - Actor Dennis Hopper has died from complications following
a battle with metastasised prostate cancer - (source: BBC
news)
30th April 2010 - Whistling Bob Harris, the radio presenter has spoken
of his treatment for prostate cancer in 2007 - (source: BBC
news)
2nd Feb 2010 - Dave Prowse (Darth Vader) in remission from prostate cancer
- (source: BBC
news)
11th Jan 2010 - Andrew Lloyd Webber is "cancer clear" - (source:
BBC
news)
Here are some links to other prostate cancer related sites:
www.prostate-cancer.org.uk
The Prostate Cancer Charity provides help for research and support to sufferers.
Local Support Groups in UK:
Channel Islands
The Orchidians - http://www.cwgsy.net/community/orchidians
Eastern region:
East Suffolk Prostate Cancer Support Group - 01473 404735
Norfolk and Waveney Prostate Cancer Support Group - 01603 720980
Midlands region:
Cancer Support Prostate Cancer Group - http://www.support4cancer.org.uk/
City and Sandwell Prostate Cancer Support Group - 0121 507 3381
Northampton Prostate Cancer Support Group - 01604 473738
North Staffs Prostate Cancer Support Group - 01782 722168
Nottingham Prostate Cancer Support Group - 0115 911 1661
Prostate Cancer Support Association - Central England - http://www.psatest.co.uk/
Kidderminster and District Prostate Cancer Support Group - http://www.kidderminsterpcsg.com/
Stafford Prostate Cancer Support Group - 01785 257731 x 3042
Sutton Coldfield Prostate Cancer - 0121 686 6491
North East region:
Hull and East Riding Prostate Cancer Support Group - 01482 669631
North Durham Prostate Cancer Support - http://www.cancernortheast.org/
Prostate Support Association (Teeside) - 01642 651280
The Prostate Cancer Support Group - 0191 293 4142
North region:
Chesterfield Prostate Cancer Support Group - 01246 513442
Prostate Cancer Support Association - 01423 865531 / 01924 275985
Prostate Cancer Support (PCS) - 0845 456 0678 (Helpline)
York Prostate Cancer Support Group - 01757 228394
North West region:
Furness Prostate Cancer Support Group - 01229 889768
Leighton Hospital Prostate Cancer Support Group - 01606 553097
North Cumbria Prostate Cancer Support Group - 01228 539510
Prostate Cancer Support Association - http://www.prostatecancersupport.org/
Prostate Cancer Support (PCS) Droylesden - 0845 456 0678
Prostate Cancer Support Federation - http://www.prostatecancerfederation.org.uk/
Prostate Cancer Support (PCS) Wirral & North Cheshire - http://www.wirralprostate.org/
The Bay Prostate Cancer Support Group - 01524 32736 / 01524 381820
The Men's Group - http://www.liverpoolsunflowers.com/
South East region:
South West region:
Scotland:
Wales:
Northern Ireland:
Other useful links include:
www.besttreatments.co.uk
NHS Online 'Best Treatment' section on prostate cancer, provided in conjunction
with the BMJ.
www.prostate-research.org.uk
The Prostate Research Campaign UK provides information, funds research, and campaigns
to raise public awareness.
Prostate
Action: Prostate message board for all. The aim of the site is to bring
together patients, carers, support groups and those with an interest in prostate
cancer and prostate related issues.
www.cancerbackup.org.uk
Cancerbackup is Europe's leading cancer information charity. Its website contains
over 4,500 pages of up-to-date cancer information, practical advice and support
for cancer patients, their families, carers and friends.
www.pleuralmesothelioma.com
Pleural mesothelioma is the most common type of mesothelioma, a rare cancer that
develops in the lungs. It is almost solely caused by exposure to asbestos, which
was used in everything in children’s toys, house-hold insulation, and naval carriers.
Our website has the most up to date and comprehensive information about Pleural
Mesothelioma on the web today. With information ranging from a complete list of
symptoms, to treatment options, and steps to take after a diagnosis.
www.medweb.bham.ac.uk/cancerhelp/
Cancer Help uk Information about cancer, diagnosis and treatment including research
on vaccines for cancer
www.easynet.co.uk/aware/contacts/clink/index.htm
Cancerlink Provides emotional support and information in response to letters and
telephone enquiries from people with cancer and their families.
www.clcancer.org.uk Cherry
Lodge Cancer Care Information and support for the person with cancer and their
family.
www.icr.ac.uk/everyman/
Everyman Provides information on male cancers, their diagnosis, prevention and
treatment including research on DNA and cancer vaccines.
www.health-online.uk.com
Health Online Comprehensive database of medical conditions, diseases and support
organisations.
www.macmillan.org.uk Macmillan
Supports people with cancer and their families with specialist information, treatment
and care.
www.mrc.ac.uk Medical Research
Council Data Base of medical research.
www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk National
Health Service Direct An easy guide to treating common symptoms at home and advice
about seeking further professional help for more complex problems.
www.prostate-cancer.org
Prostate Cancer Research Institute USA A non-profit research institute for prostate
cancer, with a mission to end Prostate Cancer.
cancertreatment.o6.net/
Prostate Cancer Treatment USA Frequently asked questions on prostate cancer.
www.healingwell.com/prostatecancer/
Prostate Cancer Internet Resources USA Find information, books and links to other
useful prostate cancer sites.
www.secalp.com/prostate/top.html
Prostate Cancer Basic and Clinical Aspects USA Resources articles and news about
prostste cancer.
www.comed.com/prostate
Prostate Cancer Info Link USA For understanding diagnosis and treatment and finding
help and support
www.mesotheliomaweb.org
Standard questions on mesothelioma - and providing information and support to those who have been exposed to asbestos
www.personal-screening.com
Wellbeing Met Manufacturers of personal screening tests for PSA and other conditions.
www.seniorssearch.com/
Medical and other help for over fifty year olds.
www.bristolcancerhelp.org/
Bristol Cancer Help Centre is a holistic practice centre approved by the General
Medical Council.
www.parkattwood.com/ Park
Attwood Clinic is a Holistic Practice Centre approved by the General Medical Council. This webpage provides links to a wide variety of other alternative
therapy websites.
www.bhma.org British Holistic Association
contains further information on holistic practice.
www.pcmis.org Information regarding
laparoscopic surgery.
www.laparoscopicurology.co.uk
Details of laparoscopic surgery available at the North Hants Hospital Basingstoke
and privately.
www.st-marys.org.uk Details
of robotic keyhole surgery at St Marys Paddington.
www.london-urology.co.uk
Contains details of laparoscopic surgery.
CambsPSA
does not
offer or give advice, only information and support. Those seeking professional
advice should consult a qualified practitioner.
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