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Meningitis Trust DONATE HERE DONATE NOW THROUGH JUST GIVING.COM, IT'S EASY & SECURE

Meningitis & Septicaemia Types of meningitis, symptoms, what to look for, what to do etc

Trichotillomania This disorder is a very common and a lot of people suffer from it. It is sometimes seen as a variant of OCD

Wolfe Parkinson White Syndrome (WPW) is a very rare cause of sudden death. It results from an additional electrical connection between the atria (upper chambers of the heart and the ventricles) (lower chambers of the heart).

Usher Syndrome, type 2 People with Usher 2 are born with a partial hearing loss and then develop a visual impairment

Asthma Over 5.2 million people in the UK have asthma

The Flu The difference between Flu & a bad cold

Diabetes UK Diabetes is a growing problem in the UK. This is the site for all types of Diabetes. Plenty of Information on diet, excersise, medication etc.

Support Links


MIND Mind is the leading mental health charity in England and Wales. We work to create a better life for everyone with experience of mental distress

Silent Fox The online community for sufferers of social anxiety and other mental health disorders to come together

SIARI Self-Injury & Related Issues SIARI aims to raise awareness about self-injury, as well as offering hope, and enlightenment to those who self-injure,

The Samaritans

SAMM support after murder & manslaughter. assisting those who have lost through death resulting from murder, manslaughter

Survivors Swindon an excellent support group for male abuse survivors

Alcoholics Anonymous

Cancer Awareness


Colon/Bowel Cancer An information centre with lots of advice on colon cancer, including after care.

Melanoma Although not one of the very commonest cancers, melanoma is important because it is easily curable if picked up early.

Leukaemia

Breast Cancer

Women's Health


The Menopause

Hysterectomy

Cervical Smears

Thrush

Unplanned Pregnancy Care

Breast Cancer Every woman should check out this link

Cervical Cancer

Usefull Blogs


Things To Do in Bristol A very informative blog about OCD with some excellent links andan insite into how one persons deals with it.

Environmental Issues


Rainforest Action Rainforest Action Network campaigns for the forests, their inhabitants and the natural systems that sustain life by transforming the global marketplace through education, grassroots organizing and non-violent direct action.

Children's & Teenagers Links


R U Thinking About It An excellent site if you are a teenager looking for advice on sexual health or pregnancy issues

CHILDLINE ChildLine is the free helpline for children and young people inthe UK. Children and young people can call us on 0800 1111 to talk about any problem – our counsellors are always here to help you sort it out.

Andover Brave Hearts Charity support for children under 16 in the Hampshire area

School Bullying lots of help and advice if you are being bullied at school

NSPCC the UK's leading charity specialising in child protection and the prevention of cruelty to children.

Men's Health


The Wellman Clinic prevention, diagnosis and treatment of male oriented disorders.

Prostate Cancer

Testicular Cancer causes, diagnosis and info

Advice Links


Citizens Advice Bureau

Disability Benefit Enquiry Line A confidential telephone advice service for people with disabilities, their carers and representatives.

Blood/Hemoglobin Issues


Hepatits C a virus that can seriously damage the liver and affect its ability to function correctly. It is mainly spread through contact with the blood of a person who is infected.

Haemophilia The Haemophilia Society is working for people with haemophilia,von Willebrand's or a related bleeding disorder and their families to secure the best possible care, treatment and support.

Sickle Cell Everything you need to know about Sickle Cell