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<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>

PTEN Research

Find out about PHTS and the research projects we fund, which are taking place all over the world. Together, we are all working towards improved understanding, management and treatment of PHTS.

Chromosome 18 Europe

Chromosome 18 Registry and Research Society (Europe) is a charitable organization (Charity Number SC040399) associated with the Chromosome 18 Registry and Research Society. It facilitates a European community for families, friends, and members affected by Chromosome 18-related conditions, coordinating governance through a Management Committee and communicating developments ahead of its Annual General Meeting. The event described on this page is an informal, family-friendly gathering at the Glasgow Science Centre intended to connect attendees, share experiences, and discuss the organisation’s future direction, with feedback invited ahead of the next AGM. The site notes an international component, including a visit by several families from the US Chromosome 18 Registry and Research Society to Scotland.

World Pancreatic Cancer Coalition

Annabelle's Challenge

Annabelle's Challenge is a charity focused on supporting individuals affected by vascular Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (vEDS). The organization provides support programs, awareness campaigns, research funding, and professional guidance. It aims to improve quality of life for patients and families, promote research and medical understanding, and advocate for better healthcare and support services. The charity also hosts conferences, supports patient stories, and collaborates with NHS services and other professional organizations to advance knowledge and care for vEDS. Annabelle's Challenge is a patient advocacy organization dedicated to supporting individuals with vascular Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (vEDS). It provides resources, support groups, educational materials, and advocacy for patients and families affected by vEDS. The organization aims to improve awareness, facilitate research, and enhance patient care through collaboration with healthcare professionals and the community. It offers a helpline, educational resources, emergency preparedness tools, and opportunities for involvement in research and outreach activities. Annabelle's Challenge also promotes self-advocacy, mental health support, and access to medical information to empower patients in managing their condition.

Tuberous Sclerosis Association

The Tuberous Sclerosis Association (TSA) was launched in 1977 with a membership of 50 families and funds of just £25. We have grown from a round robin support letter to a professional organisation providing support to families affected by Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (TSC) across the UK. For our five year strategy of 2019-2023, our aim is to ‘REACH more people and drive more REseArCH.’ The TSA is a registered charity with three charitable objectives: To support individuals affected by TSC, together with their families or carers To encourage and support research into the causes and management of TSC To provide education and information We look to our past to retain our community spirit, but drive forward by pushing the boundaries of what a small and dedicated team is capable of achieving.