Health Charities That specialise in Cancer

Support research in medical oncology.

Run by patients for patients, we campaign for early detection of prostate cancer and better treatment options. We support those affected by prostate cancer by seeking to ensure that men always get the best treatment options whatever the stage of their disease, by striving to remove injustices in pathways offered to them and assisting and strengthening the activities of support groups.

Creating awareness of different kinds of cancers to the general public, encouraging increased screening uptake in BAME communities and caring for cancer patients and their families or carers.

Promoting research and raising awareness of neuro-oncology, treatments and techniques. Advocating for the interests of brain cancer patients and carers. Advancing education via an Annual Scientific Meeting.

To fund critically needed research into new treatments for childhood brain tumours.To support other families facing a childhood cancer diagnosis.

We provide for the people of South Tyneside * Telephone help * Cancer Drop-In * Counselling * Complementary therapies * Family support * Finance, benefits and debt advice * Information about cancer * Bereavement support

Cancer Aid Merthyr Tydfil provides free services to those whose lives have been touched by cancer living within the Merthyr Tydfil Borough. Services include, transport to and from hospital and to our centre where we provide counselling and complementary therapy.

To provide practical help and emotional support to cancer patients and those who care for them. We also provide a cancer related information centre

GIVE A DUCK IS A UK BASED CHARITY, SET-UP TO HELP GABE'S CHEMO DUCK (A CHARITY IN THE USA) SPREAD IT'S WINGS INTO THE UK. CHEMO DUCK IS A GREAT COMFORT TOOL USED FOR PLAY THERAPY. THE PROGRAM HAS BEEN DEVELOPED TO SUPPORT & EDUCATE CHILDREN AND THEIR FAMILIES DURING THEIR DIAGNOSIS & TREATMENT FOR CANCER. WE DELIVER THIS EFFECTIVE TOOL TO CHILDHOOD CANCER CENTRES ACROSS THE UK.

To promote the relief of people who have, or who have had cancer, and their families and carers across Gloucestershire, by the provision of a range of person-centre holistic therapies and support within our Centres, and also to develop home visits for people with cancer to reduce isolation and promote friendship.

THE PROVISION OF CANCER SUPPORT AND THOSE REQUIRING LONG TERM REHABILITAION.THE ADVANCEMENT OF HEALTH OR THE SAVING OF LIVES.THE RELIEF OF THOSE IN NEED, BY REASON OF, AGE, ILL-HEALTH, DISABILITY, FINANCIAL HARDSHIP OR OTHER DISADVANTAGES.Help for Health and mental health Supporting kids to grow and to support families in need.

Cancer United is a cancer support charity for all those whose lives have been affected by a cancer diagnosisIt aims to improve the physical and mental wellbeing of cancer patients from diagnosis onwards and those close to them through its active recovery clubs which provide a whole variety of social engagements, its choir and via CU Fitter a cancer specific exercise programme

BOPA promotes excellence in pharmaceutical care of British Cancer Patients

Our aim is the Preservation of Health and the Relief of Sickness for children and young adults in the Community. With our partners the Teenage Cancer Trust, UHNS Hospital, Queens Hospital Burton, Cheltenham General, Derbyshire Children's Hospital, Riverbank Ward at Worcester and the Hereford County Hospital, the Trust funds new medical equipment, community support, specialist nurses and much more.

The terms of the Trust in summary consist of a permanent endowment trust for the following beneficiaries: British Red Cross, Macmillan Cancer Research, Oakhaven and Thorners.

We provide safe and supportive space for all women to meet and reduce isolation; activities aimed towards preventative health, education and Crisis Intervention; Asian and Somali women's group, Irish women's support group, Rape and Sexual Assualt Group,Nurse,CAB surgery,Asian Women's Health Calendar,Workshops, Volunteer's Project, Gardening Project, Massage, Cancer support Classes and Events.

For the public benefit, the relief and support of people with cancer, in Berkshire, and where appropriate online throughout UK by a) providing complementary therapies in acupuncture, arts therapy, aromatherapy, reflexology, massage, pilates and relaxation techniques: b) providing facilities for the practice of Yoga, Tai Chi and mindfulness training and c) provision of advice and information

Breast Cancer Support promotes awareness, education, and community-based support for individuals affected by breast cancer, particularly in underserved areas. We run culturally sensitive campaigns to encourage early detection and healthier lifestyles, and may support outreach led by local organisations.

Skcin's primary objectives are to:Raise awareness of skin cancer through education, promoting prevention and early detection.To engage higher risk target groups via bespoke educational initiatives.To ensure the continued development, longevity and participation in our national accreditation schemes.To campaign for change, make a difference and save lives.

The trustees continue to be guided by the objectives set out in the CIO Association document. The trustees are mindful of their need to be apprised of current developments in the treatment of leukaemia and related blood cancers and are therefore in continual dialogue with medical staff at the Royal Liverpool University Hospital.

Our activity is the relief of sickness and promotion of goodhealth among those suffering or at risk of mouth, throat and other head and neck cancer by the collation and dissemination of relevant information and support to patients, carers and health professionals. This includes increasing awareness of mouth cancers, support for research, education, advocacy, and service.

The charity supports young cancer patients up to and including their 25th birthday who are palliative. Dragonfly Dreams and Cash Gifts of up to £500 are given, with the emphasis on creating memories. Specialist Arts and Craft boxes are donated to young people's cancer wards across the U.K.

To promote health and wellbeing to patients and their loved ones affect by melanoma and other forms of skin cancer by:(A) Providing counselling, support and holistic therapies for people affected by melanoma and skin cancer.(B) Raising awareness of malignant melanoma and skin cancer.

Live Through This works to address the healthcare inequalities faced by LGBTIQ people affected by cancer by(a) Providing support services for those affected;(b) Advancing education and raising equality and diversity within healthcare, existing cancer services, other third sector organisations and the public.

Raise funds to promote excellence in cancer services in Carmarthenshire and co operate with other chariteis with similar aims throughout the Hywel Dda NHS Trust area.