Cervical cancer: Help and support
This section will help you to find information on cancer of the cervix (cervical cancer) and organisations who provide support to anyone affected , their friends and families. You will find any local links available at the top of the page followed by links to national and international organisations.
Link:Cervical cancer
Produced by:Thames Valley Cancer Network
The NHS trusts within the Thames valley network have worked together to produce this leaflet for anyone diagnosed with cancer of the cervix.
Link:Gynae - oncology specialist nurses
Produced by:Oxford Radcliffe Hospitals NHS Trust
The team of specialist nurses are based in the Cancer centre at the Churchill Hospital in Oxford and are pleased to receive enquiries from anyone affected by gynaecological cancers, in the Oxford area. You can find out more about their role in their specialist nurse leaflet.
Contact: Margaret Instone, Robyn Woodhill, Susie Gerrard
Telephone: 01865 235355
Link:Introduction to the multidisciplinary team for gynaecological cancer
Produced by:Oxford Radcliffe Hospitals NHS Trust
The Gynaecological Oncology Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) is a well-established group of experts with a specialist role in the diagnosis, treatment and management of women with gynaecological cancers. The team comprises doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals who manage the treatment of gynaecological cancers in Oxfordshire and is the tertiary referral centre for the Thames Valley Cancer Network.
Link:Maggie’s Cancer Information Centre Oxford
Produced by:Maggie's (Oxford)
Maggie's Oxford, based at the Churchill Hospital,is open Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 4pm and provides information, psychological and emotional support to anyone affected by cancer. They have a resident psychologist and a team of cancer support specialists including CAB benefits advisors, on hand for drop-in and pre-booked appointments and courses. visit the website, phone or just call in for a cup of tea and a chat and find out more.
Contact: Maggie's (Oxford)
Telephone: Tel (01865) 225690
Link:Cervical cancer
Produced by:CancerHelp UK
This section of CancerHelp UK tells you about cervical cancer, from early symptoms, tests and treatment for abnormal cervical cells, through to treatment for cervical cancer, living with cervical cancer, and current research.
Link:Cervical cancer
Produced by:The Eve Appeal: Gynaecology Cancer Research Fund
Find out about cervical cancer and its treatment.
Link:Cervical cancer (cancer of the cervix)
Produced by:Macmillan Cancer Support
Information on cervical cancer, including how it is diagnosed, treatments you might have, possible side effects and how to get further support.
Link:Cervical cancer experiences
Produced by:Healthtalkonline
Healthtalk Online have interviewed more than twenty women to find out their experiences of cervical cancer. You can read watch or listen to their experiences and the various issues that affected them.
Link:Cervical cancer factsheet
Produced by:Women's Health Concern
This factsheet provides information about cervical cancer.
Link:Cervical cancer patient information section
Produced by:NHS Evidence-cancer
This is the cervical cancer patient information section of the Cancer Specialist Library.
Link:Gynae C
Produced by:Gynae C
Gynae C is a charity run by women who have had gynaecological cancer They offer a confidential helpline supporting women who have, or have had, any form of gynaecological cancer. They also produce a newsletter and information sheets
Link:Jo's Trust
Produced by:Jo's Trust
Link:Living and working with cancer
Produced by:Cancer and Careers UK
Practical advice and information for women with cancer, their families and their colleagues at work. You can also view as an e book, download or order,a copy of their directory. It includes information on skincare, cosmetics,wigs and headwear suppliers, clothing, lingerie and breast prosthetic as well as information about legal and employment matters.
Link:Look good feel better
Produced by:Look Good Feel Better
Look good feel better (LGFB) are a charity providing a free support service for women with cancer. They aim to enhance the self esteem and self confidence of women during or after treatment through free make up workshops. To find out what is available in your area visit their website.
Link:Maggie's centres: where to find us
Produced by:Maggie's
There are Maggie’s Centres across the UK. You can find out more about where they are located and the services they offer from their website.
Link:All about cervical cancer
Produced by:American Cancer Society
This section of the large American cancer information website provides two guides to cervical cancer and treatment: One gives an overview to get started whilst the second more detailed guide provides additional medical information.
Link:Cervical cancer
Produced by:Cancer.Net
This link is for the section of the Cancer.net website on cervical cancer.
Page last edited: 07 June 2010
