Barrett’s Oesophagus Campaign
The health section of The Times on how Barrett’s oesophagus can affect a minority of those who suffer from acid reflux. But you can take self-help measures
Article courtesy of The Times Online (3rd August 2009) and linked to on the Barrett's Oesophagus Campaign website (see link at bottom of page).
Founded in 1999, the Barrett’s Oesophagus Campaign, incorporating the McCord Fund, is the only national charity dedicated to the prevention of cancer from Barrett’s Oesophagus and the support of people living with the disease.
We aim to:
* provide support and advice to people who suffer from Barrett’s Oesophagus and their relatives and friends;
* support research to better understand the condition;
* raise awareness to encourage early detection.
In January 2008, the McCord Oesophageal Cancer Fund merged with the Barrett’s Oesophagus Foundation. Mimi McCord established the Fund in memory of her husband Michael, who died from Barrett’s adenocarcinoma without having the benefit of a previous diagnosis of Barrett’s Oesophagus.
Mimi now leads the Barrett’s Support Network under the re-named Barrett’s Oesophagus Campaign.
The new name of Barrett’s Oesophagus Campaign was introduced on 26 February 2009.
For more information and how you can get involved, please see our website:
http://www.barrettscampaign.org.uk/
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