How the NHS Works for Migrants and Temporary Visitors The National Health Service (NHS) is primarily a residence-based system. While it is often described as “free at the point of use,” th...
Does Radiotherapy Hurt? Radiotherapy or X-ray treatment is very effective on its own in treating many cancers, such as head and neck, cervical, lung and brain. It is also given as supplementary treatm...
Do I Really Need to Attend My Pre-Chemotherapy Clinic? A Patient’s Guide If you are currently undergoing or preparing for cancer treatment, you likely have a calendar full of appointments. One of the ...
Travel and parking on cancer treatment days Having treatment for cancer is tough, and your journey to the hospital or clinic should be as stress-free as possible. It may be possible, if you ask, for y...
What is a Cancer MDT? MDT stands for ‘multi-disciplinary team’, and the cancer MDT refers to a committee that is made up of a range of health professionals. The committee involves a range ...
Can I reverse a ReSPECT form? Yes. ReSPECT stands for Recommended Summary Plan for Emergency Care and Treatment. What is a ReSPECT form? It is a form that puts limits on your care (including cardiac r...
Complete Guide to Cervical Screening: What to Expect During a Smear Test Cervical screening, commonly known as a smear test, is one of the most effective ways to protect yourself from cancer. It is no...
