Kneedle in a Haystack!

Charities/Informative websites:

Adult Bone Cancer Survivors- A great website full of information and support about bone cancer.  Also has forum's and a cafe with lots of lovely people to talk to.

Bone Cancer Research Trust- A charity which promotes research into the causes and treatments of Primary Bone Cancer.

Cancer Backup- The UK's leading cancer information charity, with over 6,500 pages of up-to-date cancer information, practical advice and support for cancer patients, their families and carers.

CLIC Sargent- A charity especially for children and young people with cancer.

Family Doctor- Good explanation of Osteosarcoma.

Jimmy Teen's TV- Video diaries and animations by young cancer patients.

Macmillan- A source of support, helping with all the things people affected by cancer want and need, and a force for change, pushing for better cancer care.

Sarcoma UK- This site is a resource for sarcoma patients in the UK.  We offer basic information about sarcomas.

Teenage Cancer Trust- A charity devoted to improving the lives of teenagers and young adults with cancer.

Willow Foundation- A charity dedicated to improving the quality of life of seriously ill young adults aged 16 to 40 through the provision of special days.

4Women- Susan designs beautiful and unusual scarf's for people dealing with hair loss, her mission is to make designs readily available to anyone who is searching for a fashionable option during their treatment.

Young Heroes- Young Heroes is the latest charitable innovation from Impact Community Developments, taking referrals from nurses/consultants to offer young heroes a chance of a holiday.

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Raising awareness:

Evening Courier- My article in the evening courier, 30th May 2008.

Evening Courier- My article in the evening courier, 25th June 2008. 

Todmorden News-  My article in the Todmorden news, 17th July 2008.

Daily Mail- My article in the Daily Mail, 5th August 2008.

Love It- My article in Love It magazine, 3rd February 2009.

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People who have had experiences of cancer:

Hannah Millington- Hannah got diagnosed with Osteosarcoma on the 6th February 2007, this is a great website about her experiences.

Joseph Millington- Hannah's Brother is biking for the Bone Cancer Research Trust during May to August, they hope to cycle 3,500 miles and raise £20,000, please visit their blog and donate lots of money to this very worthwhile cause.

Jane's Appeal- A tribute to Jane Tomlinson, Jane and her family have raised £1.85 million for children's and cancer charities.

Mary Sorens- Mary was diagnosed with Parosteal Osteosarcoma in 2003, since then she has set up the ABC Survivors website and done lots of wonderful things for charity.

Sally Young- In 2005 Sally got diagnosed with Osteosarcoma, this is a great blog about her experiences and becoming a Mum.