Useful websites
It isn’t always easy finding the support and information you need when you’re affected by cancer.
To help with this, we’ve created a list of useful websites and organisations. These organisations provide more information and support for people affected by bowel cancer and its treatment.
We’ve also included details of cancer services in the UK, including screening services.
This list might be overwhelming, and you may find that some of these organisations and services aren’t relevant to you. You can choose which websites you visit based on your own needs and revisit this list if your needs change.
Support services
Carer’s Trust
0300 772 9600 - Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm
Provide information, advice and practical support to all carers across the UK. The website lists services available in your area such as complementary therapies, training courses and information on benefits and counselling.
Colostomy UK
0800 328 4257 - 24 hour helpline
Provide support, reassurance and practical information to anyone who has or is about to have a colostomy.
FAP Gene Support Group
Provides information for people affected by FAP.
Healthtalk.org
Watch online videos of people sharing their stories about health issues including bowel cancer. Topics include diagnosis, treatment, talking to children and daily living.
IA (Ileostomy and Internal Pouch Support Group)
A support group run by and for people with ileostomies and internal pouches.
Just Can't Wait Toilet Card
The Just Can't Wait Toilet Card from Bladder and Bowel Community uses the universally acknowledged W.C. signage, giving the benefit of discrete and clear communication for those moments where you just can’t wait to use the toilet.
Lynch Syndrome UK
A volunteer-run organisation that raises awareness of Lynch syndrome and provides information and support.
Macmillan Cancer Support
0808 808 00 00 - 7 days a week, 8am-8pm
Provide support and information on cancer, money, benefits and work.
Maggie’s
0300 123 1801
Provide free practical, emotional and social support to people with cancer and their family and friends. Maggie’s have centres at some NHS hospitals as well as an online centre.
Penny Brohn Cancer Care
Help people live well with cancer by offering a range of services, including wellbeing courses and complementary therapies.
Shine Cancer Support
A network for anyone living with cancer in their 20s, 30s and 40s.
Teenage Cancer Trust
020 7612 0370 - Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm
Provide services and support for young people with cancer between the ages of 13 and 24.
Trekstock
Providing social and practical support to young adults facing cancer in their 20s, 30s and 40s throughout the UK.
Fertility and sexual health
Daisy Network
Provide support and information for women who have experienced a premature menopause.
Fertility Network UK
014 247 323 61 - Monday-Friday, 10am-4pm
Provide support, information and advice on fertility and NHS funding.
Human Fertilisation & Embryology Authority
Provide information on what happens at a fertility clinic and gives details of fertility clinics in the UK.
Cancer and screening services
Bowel Screening Wales
Provides information about bowel cancer and bowel cancer screening in Wales.
Cancer Research UK
0808 800 4040 - Nurse helpline, Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm
Information for people affected by cancer.
Chartered Society of Physiotherapy
Website includes information on physiotherapy and cancer.
National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE)
Produce national guidance and advice to improve health and social care. Their website has information for the public on the management of colorectal cancer (clinical guideline 131).
Northern Ireland Bowel Cancer Screening Programme
Provides information about bowel cancer screening in Northern Ireland.
NHS bowel cancer screening programme – England
Provides information about bowel cancer screening in England.
NHS Health Scotland
Provides resources on the bowel screening programme in Scotland.
NHS Wales – Cancer
Provides information about cancer screening, early detection and access to treatment.
Northern Ireland Cancer Network
Provides details of support services available in Northern Ireland for people living with and beyond cancer.
Northern Trust (N. Ireland) cancer services
Provides details of the different services you may be in contact with throughout your cancer journey, from referral through to treatment, life after treatment and support available for you and your carers.
Scottish bowel screening programme
Provides information about the bowel screening programme in Scotland.
Scottish Cancer Prevention Network (SCPN)
The Scottish Cancer Prevention network is focused on moving evidence on cancer risk reduction into everyday life, practice and policy.
Be Part of Research
Provide easy to understand information about clinical research trials running in the UK.
World Cancer Research Fund
Evidence based information on ways to reduce your risk of cancer.
Legal and lifestyle advice
ACAS
0300 123 1100 - Helpline
Provide free information and advice on problems in the workplace and employment law.
Citizens Advice
Provide free, confidential advice on money, work and housing. You can find details of your local Citizens Advice Bureau on their website or in your phone directory.
NHS Business Services Authority
For information on help with health costs in England, Scotland and Wales.
NHS Change4Life
Help to make healthy changes to your life.
NHS Choices
The UK’s biggest health website.
NHS Live Well
Information on how you can improve your health and well-being.
nidirect
Government website for Northern Ireland citizens. Includes information on help with health costs.
Updated March 2026
Next review March 2029
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