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We are currently developing this section of our website so that we build up a database of information about rare and less common cancers.

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Types of Cancer: the Basics

This booklet has been developed for patients by the Rarer Cancers Forum.  It was funded by the National Cancer Action Team.  The booklet explains how different types of cancer, such as carcinoma and sarcoma, originate from different types of cells in the body. 

The booklet is free for paid-up RCF members; for non-members the cost is £1 to cover postage and packing.

If you are eligible for a free booklet please telephone us on 01227 738279 or email: contact@rarercancers.org.uk giving us your name and address for delivery and stating the title of the booklet.  You can also write to us at the address below.

If you are a non-member, please send your name and address, the title of the booklet and a cheque for £1 made payable to 'Rarer Cancers Forum' to: Rarer Cancers Forum, The Great Barn, Godmersham Park, Canterbury, Kent CT4 7DT.
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NICE Appraisal - Gastric Cancer
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Patient Experts needed for NICE appraisal of gastric cancer (advanced) - capecitabine
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URGENT request for your help!
Wed, 13 Jan 2010
We are putting together a series of booklets called "Patient Experiences" and are seeking patients to fill in a short questionnaire.
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NCRI Clinical Studies Group
Tue, 12 Jan 2010
The National Cancer Research Network is recruiting patients and members of the public to join their NCRI Clinical Studies Groups.
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Request for Patient Stories
Tue, 12 Jan 2010
Freelance journalist seeking stories from women living with rarer cancers.
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News from NICE on trabectedin
Mon, 21 Dec 2009
NICE allows access to trabectedin for advanced soft tissue sarcoma
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