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Cancer Research UK

PO Box 123
Lincoln's Inn Fields
London
WC2A 3PX

Tel (cancer information nurse team - freephone): 0808 800 4040
Tel (supporter services): 020 7121 6699
Tel (switchboard): 020 7242 0200
Fax: 020 7121 6700

Web: www.cancerhelp.org.uk - for easy to understand information about treatment and cancer care, and a searchable plain English database of UK cancer trials.
or
Web: www.cancerresearchuk.org - for information about Cancer Research UK
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Web: www.cancerchat.org.uk - an online discussion forum where anyone affected by cancer can share their experiences with others.

Cancer Research UK was formed in February 2002. The charity conducts research into all aspects of cancer, and is delivering results that are already saving lives. It aims to further the understanding of the biology and causes of cancer, to develop new approaches for preventing and treating cancer, and to improve the quality of life for cancer patients.

A cancer information nurse team is available to answer questions in confidence (please note the team are unable to make a diagnosis or offer a medical opinion).

Checked: 1 Jun 2009

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