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OGsupport.uk
<h1>Support Group for Oesophageal and Gastric Patients</h1> <p>We are a patient support group for Oesophageal-Gastric cancer patients, running online and face-to-face support groups.</p> <p>Please contact the local organiser for details.</p> <h2>Location and Meetings</h2> <p>Guildford - In-person meetings are held at The Holiday Inn, Egerton Road, Guildford</p> <h3>Who Can Attend?</h3> <ul> <li>Current and former oesophageal or stomach cancer patients</li> <li>Their carers</li> <li>Loved ones</li> </ul>
It's in the Bag Cancer Support
It's in the Bag is a charity dedicated to supporting men diagnosed with testicular cancer through awareness, support services, fundraising, and survivor programs. They organize events like Test Fest and The Testicular Ball to raise funds and awareness. The organization provides educational resources, support lines, survivor toolkit afternoons, and collaborates with NHS hospitals and other charities. They focus on early detection, survival, and empowering survivors. Their activities include campaigning for regular self-checks, providing information packs, and running awareness campaigns such as 'Don't Bottle It' and 'Match Fit'. They have a strong social media presence and partnerships with Bristol-based companies and national sponsors. The charity is registered with the Charity Commission, operates mainly in the UK, and has a dedicated team of staff and volunteers. Their mission is to save lives through early detection and to improve the quality of life for those affected by testicular cancer.
Gene People
Gene People, previously known as Genetic Disorders UK, is a registered charity with a vision to improve the lives of individuals and families affected by genetic conditions. While individual genetic conditions are rare, it is thought that there are currently more than 6,000 diagnosed conditions and new conditions are being identified every day. It is estimated that 1 in 25 children is affected by a genetic condition. This means that in the UK, 30,000 babies and children are newly diagnosed each year and more than 2.4 million children and adults are living with a genetic condition. Our mission is to be the leading source of information and support for both those affected by a genetic condition, and the charities and patient groups that support them, by bringing together everyone’s combined experience in a place it can be shared.
Jeans for Genes
Jeans for Genes is the annual fundraising event for the genetic condition community. It organizes activities such as promoting fundraising events, providing educational materials, and supporting families affected by genetic conditions. The organization encourages participation through workplace, school, and community events, and offers resources like fundraising packs, wristbands, and promotional materials. It also engages with media and local press to raise awareness and supports fundraising through online shops, bank transfers, cheques, and digital platforms. The organization is involved in advocacy, education, and community support activities, aiming to fund research and support services for families affected by genetic conditions.
Childhood Eye Cancer Trust
CHECT Publications page describing the organization’s publishing activity, including InFocus newsletter, the Impact Report, and the Annual Report & Accounts, and directing visitors to latest news and contact information. The page confirms CHECT as the source of these publications and provides a contact address (The Royal London Hospital, Whitechapel Rd, London) and general contact details (info@chect.org.uk, 0207 377 5578). The site is the CHECT main site (chect.org.uk).
Cystinosis Foundation UK
The Cystinosis Foundation UK aims to: Provide support. We aim to provide support to all diagnosed with cystinosis, their families and relatives. Provide information. We shall provide relevant, accessable and up to date information about the disorder, as well as advice on specialist sources of help for new symptoms developing in patients. Publish newsletters. Up to date newsletters containing relevant information for patients and supporters will be produced regularly. Organise or participate in conferences relevant to cystinosis. We aim to publicise cystinosis to the medical profession (particularly paediatric consultants) so that those born with cystinosis are identified as soon as possible. Support research into the treatment of cystinosis. Work with cystinosis related charities worldwide to help co-ordinate research support, maintain awareness of new treatments and seek to understand more about metabolic disorders in general.
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