Women Against Lung Cancer
The Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation
200 London Road,
Liverpool, Merseyside,
L3 9TA, United Kingdom
Registered Charity 1046854
Tel: +44 0871 220 5426
Fax: +44 0871 220 5427
Email: admin@walcuk.org.uk
Online: Enquiry Form
Patient Information
A variety of lung cancer patient information has been produced by the Foundation and are available free of charge to people with lung cancer, in the UK . Simply call our free Telephone Helpline (0800 358 7200) to receive a copy. Health Professionals and those living outside of the UK , can receive copies of the booklets for a small charge, by either calling the Patient Care Office on (+00 44 141 331 0580) or online here.
Lung Cancer - Answering your Questions
This patient focused lung cancer information booklet answers most of the commonly asked questions relating to lung cancer. It provides a clear and honest explanation of issues that are important to people caring for and people living with this terrible disease.
It explains what lung cancer is, what treatment options are available for different types of lung cancer and how to cope with the impact of having lung cancer.
Patient involvement has been central to the development and success of this booklet, with patient representation from design stage to completion.
A Practical Guide to Breathlessness
In lung cancer there are a variety of reasons for shortness of breath and the good news is that there are many ways to deal with this debilitating and sometimes frightening problem.
The emphasis of the booklet is to promote maximum self-control and awareness of non-medical treatment options.
"You have just been told you have lung cancer"
Personal thoughts from other lung cancer patients
This booklet was written by the members of the Glasgow Patient Group.
It is designed to address initial thoughts and advises patients and their families on what help and support is available.
Take a Breather - A Patient's Guide
Is a video that demonstrates practical techniques to help people with lung cancer cope with breathlessness.
It can be used either to complement the Lung Cancer - A Practical Guide to Breathlessness booklet, or independently for those who are unable to read the booklet.
This video was produced by a Lung Cancer Nurse Specialist and Roy Castle Patient Group Leader, in association with the Foundation.