Local Support

2BU Somerset

If you're a young person living in Somerset, you may find that being Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual Transgender, or questioning your sexuality or gender identity can be difficult and 2BU is available to provide support.

Visit 2BU Somerset

National Support

Teenage Cancer Trust – LGBTQ+ Supporting Young People with Cancer 

Provides safe, inclusive cancer care for LGBTQ+ young people. Care teams treat everyone with dignity, empathy, and respect, regardless of identity.

Visit Teenage Cancer trust website

Trans or non-binary Cancer Screening

Information on UK cancer screening programmes, eligibility for trans and non-binary people, cancer risk, and ways to reduce risk.

Visit Cancer Research website

Transgender and non-binary people and cancer

Find out more about cancer risk, symptoms and screening, and what to expect from your healthcare team.

Visit Macmillan Cancer Support website

The Cancer Network 

A U.S.-based nonprofit supporting LGBTQIA+ individuals affected by cancer. Provides peer support, evidence-based resources, education, and provider training to promote culturally competent, affirming cancer care.

Visit The Cancer Network website

OUTpatients 

UK’s only LGBTIQ+ cancer charity. We’re proudly led by and for LGBTIQ+ people affected by cancer, and work hard to support and advocate for our community.

Visit OUTpatients website

Prostate cancer in gay and bisexual men

Prostate cancer is treated the same way for everyone, but gay, bisexual, and men who have sex with men may have specific questions or concerns. This resource provides tailored information and support.

Visit Prostate Cancer UK website