Links for patients with cancer of the head, neck, mouth or throat
There is a considerable amount of information available on cancer and its treatments. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask us, either by calling the telephone Helpline or, better still, dropping in.
Some useful sources of information include:
Cancer Laryngectomee Trust
National charity for laryngectomy patients and their families. Provides information and support.
National Association of Laryngectomee Clubs
Clubs offer a range of services to patients who have undergone laryngectomy operations. Provides social support and pre/post operative patient visits.
NHS Smoking Helpline
Information and support for smokers who wish to give up smoking.
QUIT
Help and advice on giving up smoking. Asian quitlines available.
Support group
This informal support group meets at 4.00pm on the second Tuesday of each month at the Lynda Jackson Macmillan Centre. [more...]
Moving on from head & neck cancer
A two-day self-help workshop for patients and their partners/carers. [more...]
Download Head and neck aftercare service leaflet
This leaflet includes information on treatment toxicities and late effects, including a symptom alert list and details of who to contact should you wish to seek further advice.
Other useful information
Helpful hints on alcohol issues
Helpful hints on giving up smoking
Last updated: December 20, 2012
Helpful hints & contacts for patients with cancer of the larynx
Moving on from head & neck cancer: a two-day workshop
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