Links
During the course of our research, we have come across a number of web sites that you too may find useful. These sites can be viewed by clicking on the relevant category below.
We hope that you find these sites as useful as we have. Please note, in order to make this list of links easier to view, all the sites have been sorted into alphabetical order.
Association of Guernsey Charities
Information for charities and about charities in the Bailiwick of Guernsey. This non-commercial site provides details of all local charities (with links to their websites if applicable) as well as guides and information that may be useful to charities and voluntary organisations. Any charitable organisation based in the Bailiwick of Guernsey can join the Association of Guernsey Charities - there are now over 230 members.
Breakthrough Breast Cancer
Breakthrough Breast Cancer is the UK's leading breast cancer charity and is committed to fighting breast cancer through research and awareness.
Breast Cancer Care
Breast Cancer Care is the UK’s leading provider of breast cancer information and support.
Breast Cancer Network Australia
Breast Cancer Network Australia’s role is to empower, inform, represent and link together Australians personally affected by breast cancer. It is driven by women who have themselves experienced breast cancer and represents more than 17,000 breast cancer survivors nationally.
http://www.pennybrohncancercare.org/
Penny Brohn Cancer Care is the UK's leading holistic cancer charity that has pioneered the Bristol Approach to cancer care, for people with cancer and those close to them.
Cafe Press Breast Cancer Donation Shop
Please note that this is an American site.
Breast Cancer Awareness month is a time for people to come together and use the power of community to make a difference.
At CafePress, we've looked to our own community of over 2.9 million users to make this difference - and the response was a rally cry of support.
The CafePress Breast Cancer Donation Shop contains hundreds of products designed and donated by our community of Shopkeepers.
Cancer BACUP
A link to the breast cancer information of the cancerBACUP website. Lots of informative information can be found here.
Cancer Buddies Network
Cancer Buddies Network (CBN) has created a safe and friendly environment for those who have had cancer themselves and for friends, family and carers too. It is a great place to give and receive all the online cancer support and friendship you need from people exactly like yourself.
Cancer Research UK
Cancer Research UK is the world's leading charity dedicated to research on the causes, treatment and prevention of cancer.
Cancer VOICES
CancerVOICES is a UK-wide network of people affected by cancer who are helping to shape the future of cancer care supported by Macmillan Cancer Relief.
CancerHelp UK
CancerHelp UK is a free information service about cancer and cancer care for people with cancer and their families.
Dipex
The website contains interviews with everyday people about their own experiences of serious illness, health problems or health related matters. It also provides reliable information about each illness, condition or health issue.
Hip Hats with Hair
This company makes hats with hair, which are a comfortable alternative to full wigs. They offer wigs for swimming & exercise, as well as wigs made from your own hair or donated hair! Contact Christine Tel: 00 1 813 229 2377
Imago Homeopathy
Sara Bran runs the Imago Homeopathy clinic in Guernsey and in London. You can contact Sara by email sara@imagohomeopathy.com or by phoning 020 8961 5948.
Macmillan Cancer Relief
Macmillan Cancer Relief is a UK charity that works to improve the quality of life for people living with cancer.
National Conference Of Cancer Self Help Groups
National Conference Of Cancer Self Help Groups - Started in 1984, by a handful of cancer patients. The conference now attracts hundreds of delegates annually and is recognised as being a leading event in cancer self help and support.
NHS Direct Online
NHS Direct Online is a website providing high quality health information and advice.
Options for breast reconstruction
This is a very helpful website covering the following:-
What is breast cancer?
What is mastectomy?
Breast reconstruction.
Timing of reconstruction.
Types of reconstruction.
The other breast.
What is a flap?
Options presented.
Nipple reconstruction.
Personal Lubricants
Yes™ combines all the power of a high performance premium lubricant with all the security of a certified organic product.
Post mastectomy lingerie & swimwear
BBButterfly's couture post mastectomy lingerie & swimwear line has been especially designed for today's woman with Breast Cancer. Our flirty, fashionable and fun collection can be seen at www.bbbutterfly.com. Life is Sexy...with BBButterfly.
A percentage of profits is donated to various Breast Cancer Organisations. http://www.bbbutterfly.com/pages/links.html
The lymphoedema support network
The LSN is a national charity which was founded in 1991 by a group of people with lymphoedema. The Charity provides information and support to people with lymphoedema. It runs a telephone helpline, produces a quarterly newsletter and a wide range of fact sheets, self-help videos and maintains an up-to-date website. It works to raise awareness of lymphoedema and campaigns for better national standards of care.
The National Cancer Institute
The National Cancer Institute - A site containing lots of detailed information on cancer.
The pain support website
The pain support website has been designed for anyone who has pain of any kind. PainSupport promotes a multi-disciplinary approach, where conventional medicine and complementary therapies work side by side.
The Young Survival Coalition (YSC)
The Young Survival Coalition (YSC) is the only international, non-profit network of breast cancer survivors and supporters dedicated to the concerns and issues that are unique to young women and breast cancer.