Trastuzumab emtansine is also called Kadcyla ®. It is used to treat HER2 positive breast cancer. Trastuzumab emtansine is a type of drug called an antibody drug conjugate (ADC). It is made up of 2 ...

Nivolumab is also called Opdivo ®. It is a type of immunotherapy drug called a checkpoint inhibitor. Nivolumab can be given on its own or in combination with other drugs to treat many different types ...

Signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer, fallopian tube cancer and primary peritoneal cancer are often similar to other conditions. Find out when your GP should offer you cancer tests. a change in your ...

Leuprorelin is a hormonal therapy drug. It is also called Prostap ®. Leuprorelin is used to treat prostate cancer. It is best to read this information with our general information about hormonal ...

Pertuzumab and trastuzumab are used together to treat breast cancer. They are usually given as a combination treatment called Phesgo ®. Pertuzumab and trastuzumab are both types of targeted therapy ...

If your relative or friend dies in hospital or a hospice When a relative or friend dies, there is no right or wrong way to feel. Everyone reacts differently and you may have many different feelings.

If your partner has died, you may be able to claim Bereavement Support Payment. You cannot claim this for other family members who have died. If your partner died on or before 5 April 2017, you may ...

Prognosis means the likely outcome of a person’s illness. If you have been diagnosed with cancer, this might be something you ask your cancer doctor or specialist nurse about. Or you may decide that ...

Massage therapy involves a person applying gentle pressure to your body by stroking, kneading, holding or tapping it. It can be very relaxing for both your mind and body. Massage therapy may be ...

Equipment and changes to the house (adaptations) can help make things easier for you and the person you look after. The healthcare team can tell you what support is available, how to get it and about ...

We have some practical tips to help you keep your hair in good condition during or after your cancer treatment. Even if you do not lose your hair, you may find your hair is dry or brittle. This could ...

A toilet card is a card that you can show quickly and easily to staff in shops, pubs and other places. It explains that you have a medical condition and need urgent access to a toilet. Sometimes it is ...