Head and Neck Cancer Resources and Links
Australian resources
Understanding Head and Neck Cancer: A guide for people with cancer, their families and friends
UNSW – National Centre for Cancer Survivorship
The Swallows Head and Neck Cancer Support Group
https://www.facebook.com/HeadAndNeckCancerSupportAustralia/
Queensland Government – Queensland Health Nutrition Education Materials Online
Preparing to eat well during radiotherapy to the head and neck area
Eating after radiotherapy to the head and neck area
International resources
Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Centre
American Institute for Cancer Research
Support for People with Oral and Head and Neck Cancer (SPOHNC)
American Cancer Society – Cancer Survivors Network
The Swallows Head and Neck Cancer Support Group UK
Support groups
Head and Neck Support Group – Calvary Mater Newcastle
4th Wednesday of each month
2pm – 4pm
Calvary Mater Newcastle, Level 2, Room 2064 (the room is opposite the Radiotherapy Treatment Area – near the Auxiliary lolly sellers)
Head and Neck Cancer Survivors Social Group
2nd Monday in February, April, June, August, October, December
Lambton Bowling Club
Laryngectomee Support Group
3rd Tuesday every month
12.30pm
Mayfield Bowling Club, Ingall Street
Telephone support groups
Advanced Cancer
For people whose cancer has moved from its original site
1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month
1.30pm – 2.30pm
Call Cancer Council 13 11 20 or 1300 755 632
Carer
For people who are providing primary care for a family member, friend or loved one with a cancer diagnosis.
Call Cancer Council 13 11 20 or 1300 755 632
