Links
Cancer Research UK
Cancer Research UK, PO Box 123, London, WC2A 3PX T: 020 7242 0200.
www.cancerresearchuk.org
CancerBACUP3 Bath Place, Rivington Street, London EC2A 3JR, Freephone 0808 800 1234
www.cancerbacup.org.uk/
Royal MarsdenWorld leading oncology hospital, based in London offering lots of advice to cancer sufferers. Information Helpline: 0207 352 8171
www.royalmarsden.org
Macmillan Cancer Relief89 Albert Embankment, London SE1 7UQ, Freephone 0800 808 0000, Tel: 0208 7840 7840
www.macmillan.org.uk
Beat CancerHere's the link
www.beatcancer.org Whether you have a family genetic connection or just feel at risk, this site can walk you through the problems and show you how to live a long and healthy life.
I came into contact with this organisation when discussing the benefits of Juice Plus (www.juiceplus.co.uk)as a supplement with their UK Marketing Director, Nicola Tolson. Juice plus has received the Seal of Approval from beatcancer.org in recognition of the safe effective use through clinical research.
Beatcancer.org is a centre advancement in cancer education (CACE). A not-for-profit cancer information, counselling and referral agency focusing on combining the body's natural healing abilities with advances in medical science.
Since 1977, CACE has provided free counselling to over 25,000 clients worldwide on preventing, coping with and beating cancer through immune-enhancing approaches.
Here's the link again www.beatcancer.org
Alternatives to Hysterectomywww.althysterectomy.org
Hysterectomy and alternatives
Covers all aspects of hysterectomy. A medical website aimed at doctors, but take a look, you may find the information you are seeking.
www.obgyn.net/ah/ah.asp
Hysterectomy Contact Information
I've found a very sympathetic website that covers all aspects of hysterectomy. Click on the link
www.hysterectomy-association.org.uk
Hystersisters
A well thought out website on hysterectomy with excellent links into medical sections. Every conceivable type of hysterectomy is covered. Take a look ...
www.hystersisters.com
Alternatives in Gyaenacology
An American website about alternative therapies in gyaenacology, including hysterectomy
www.gynalternatives.com/hysterec.htm
Surgical Team - Alternatives to HysterectomyClick on the link for a professional look at this subject.
www.surgicalteam.com/alternativestohysterectomy
Alcohol & Family GroupsT:020 7403 0888
Self Help for friends and families of alcoholics
www.al-anonuk.org.uk
Alcoholics AnonymousThe world famous Alcoholics Anonymous could be the right place for you to contact if you have an alcohol dependence problem. Her's their UK phone number T:0845 769 7555, or click on the link below
www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk
BBCThe BBC website. A mine of information linking through to medical sites, including women's health. Links to all their radio stations, including Women's Hour on Radio 4 which also has a health programme on Thursday afternoons.
www.bbc.co.uk
British Association for Counselling and PsychotherapyFor professional adivce to help you through depression, marital problems, etc., click on the link or T: 01788 578328
www.bac.co.uk
Therapy and CounsellingThe Beech Group is dedicated to helping people successfully manage the stresses in their lives and enjoy life to the full. Stress may be caused by work related issues such as difficulties with colleagues or their managers.
At home there may be personal issues such as relationship difficulties, children or social issues.
One of the major stresses for women in their younger lives is Premenstrual Syndrome and in later life menopausal symptoms occur and are equally debilitating.
We are able to offer individual help to couples and families who contact us. Additionally, we are equipped to offer companies and organisations help in supporting their employees to help them through these often distressing times.
www.thebeechgroup.co.uk
Depression Alliance
For help with finding treatment for this debilitating symptom, phone Depression Alliance at
0845 123 23 20 or click on the link below.
www.depressionalliance.org
MINDOne of the most well known charities, the MIND website gives full information on cognitive behavioural therapy (cbt)and is only one of the subjects covered. Well worth a look.
http://www.mind.org.uk
Marital ProblemsDivorce is very high at menopause, often instigated by women. The process of a woman's metamorphosis through menopause often causes abrasive problems within a relationship. The
'New Woman' emerging is no longer recognised by the partner which can cause him grief. Life as you both knew it now comes under threat. You may need professional help to get you through this. Divorce is not the only answer.
Communication will help get you through this. Think about what you want to say, and try not to be offended by his response or defensive. Try to sit outside your problem, to see it as others would. Doing this can help both of you to talk things through and understanding each other better, gaining inner strength from this.
The British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy has a full list of Counsellors in or near your area. Click on the link.
www.bacp.co.uk
National Nutrition ClinicI came across this very useful site recently. User friendly with good information. You can arrange to attend clinics and have tests done to improve your health.
www.nationalnutritionclinic.com
Weight ConcernWeight Concern, Brook House, 2-16 Torrington Place, London WC1E 7HN E:enquiries@weightconcern.org.uk
www.weightconcern.org.uk
Lighter LifeFor those peple with a serious weight problem who need to lose at least 3 stone, this company should be worth a try. They utilise counselling and therapy along with a change to your eating regime and seem to be showing excellent results.
They also produce a magazine that can be purchased from major supermarkets and newsagents.
www.lighterlife.com
Epilepsy
The British Epilepsy Association website: Free telephone helpline: 0808 800 5050. Email helpline: helpline@bea.org.uk
www.epilepsy.org.uk
British Medical Journal
A great source of information and debate on a multitude of medical conditions, including HRT.
www.bmj.com
British Menopause Society, The
This website has been set up by professionals for professionals. I used to think it was mind-numbingly boring but the website has been updated and is a source of some very good information.
I could just be that my own medical knowledge has improved and I can wizz through this kind of information at speed, now.
Take a look anyway - this organisation is very much in support of women at menopause.
www.the-bms.org
Daisy NetworkEarly or Surgical Menopause? Help is available here.
The Daisy Network offer an effective support line, via the net or you can write or phone them.
www.daisynetwork.org.uk
National Endometriosis SocietyNational Endometriosis Society
www.endo.org.uk
Lancet, TheThe journal for the medical profession. Many research papers published first in this journal.
www.thelancet.com
Menopause MattersHere is an interesting site with lots of good information. A UK site, written by medical professionals.
www.menopausematters.co.uk
NHS DirectNational Health Service helpline
www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk
SamaritansAt your wits end and don't know where to turn. Talk to these very kind helpful people. The Samaritans
Tel: 08457 90 90 90
www.samaritans.org.uk
TestingTesting
http://www.test..com
National Osteoporosis Societygood information site
www.nos.org
AcupunctureFor a full list of 2,500 acupuncturists nationwide.
www.acupuncture.org.uk
Ayurveda PractitionersThis is a useful website to find a practitioner in your area.
www.apa.uk.com
Aromatherapists ListingsThe International Federation of Professional Aromatherapists will provide you a list of local therapists nationwide.
T: 01455 637987
E: admin@ifparoma.org
www.ifparoma.org
British Homeopathic Association15 Clerkenwell Close, London EC1R 0AA Tel 020 7566 7800 Fax 020 7566 7815. info@trusthomeopathy.org
www.trusthomeopathy.org
British Homeopathic Dental Association15 Clerkenwell Close, London EC1R 0AA Tel 020 7566 7827
www.bhda.co.uk
Holistic Medical Practice
Take a look at this website, it highlights the work being done by Dr John Moran, an holistic medical practitioner specialising in the bioidentical hormone treatment of women with hormonal imbalance at menopause. He has a clinic in Wimpole Street, London and another in Brighton.
www.hmc-holistic.demon.co.uk
Society of Homoeopaths4A Artisan Road, Northampton NN1 4HU Tel 01604 621400 Email: info@homeopathy-soh.org
www.homeopathy-soh.org
UK Association for humanistic psychology
For a list of therapists and practitioners click on this web address.
www.ahpp.org
UK Homoeopathic Medical Association, The6 Livingstone Road, Gravesend, Kent DA12 5DZ Tel 01474 560336
www.the-hma.org
YogaFor a nationwide list of teachers, click here.
www.yogauk.com
What Really WorksA new complementary health site dedicated to helping you make fully informed health and lifestyle choices.
www.whatreallyworks.co.uk
The Womens LibraryA great resource for historical information, especially for research on social history. Obviously includes many women authors and articles about women.
Tel: 020 7320 2222
www.thewomenslibrary.ac.uk
FreeIndex.co.uk
