The National
Association Of
Laryngectomee
Clubs

Lower Ground Floor
152 Buckingham Palace Road
London
SW1W 9TR
Tel : 020 7730 8585
Fax : 020 7730 8584

Publications

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Literature

Printed versions of these publications are also available free of charge. Please contact us to place your order.

Handbook for Laryngectomy Patients

This book has been designed for the use of laryngectomy patients both pre- and post-operatively, their families and friends. It will also be of interest to student nurses and speech therapists.

Information for Laryngectomy Patients

Gives details of benefits available, emergency identification and publications.

Living with a Laryngectomee 1: First Reactions

First reactions to being told you need a laryngectomy.

Living with a Laryngectomee 2: Adjusting

Adjusting to a new way of communicating after laryngectomy.

Living with a Laryngectomee 3: Healing Problems

Long term healing problems after laryngectomy.

Living with a Laryngectomee 4: Mood Changes

Coping with mood changes after layngectomy.

Living with a Pharyngo-Laryngo-Oesophagectomy 1: The Operation

This leaflet describes the operation and the changes that will happen to your body.

Living with a Pharyngo-Laryngo-Oesophagectomy 2: Eating and Drinking

This leaflet answers those questions most frequently asked by patients and their families during the first few months after surgery.

Living with a Pharyngo-Laryngo-Oesophagectomy 3: Communication

You will find much of the information written for laryngectomees about communication helpful in understanding how you can communicate best after your operation. However there are some details that are

Living with a Pharyngo-Laryngo-Oesophagectomy 4: Returning To a Full and Active Life

This leaflet is designed to help you get the most out of your life.

NALC Pamphlet

General information about the Association. When and why it started and includes its aims and objectives.

Professional Care 1: ENT Nursing

Knowledge and awareness of laryngectomy may vary greatly amongst health professionals in both hospitals and the community. This leaflet is aimed at the professional.

Professional Care 2: Speech and Language Therapy

Communication after laryngectomy. This leaflet is aimed at the professional.

Professional Care 3: Social Work

The medical social worker's role with laryngectomy patients. This leaflet is aimed at the professional.

Resuscitation Pamphlet

Illustrated pamphlet describing the method of giving mouth to neck resuscitation.

Stoma Care

Leaflet aimed at looking after the stoma. Includes cleaning, humidification and airway production.

Swimming after Laryngectomy

This leaflet provides information on swimming including emergency measures if water is inhaled.

Further Literature

The British Medical Association's Family Doctor Books produce a series of affordable and up to date health information books, written by doctors especially for patients.

Family Doctor Publications
P O Box 4664
Poole
Dorset
BH15 1NN

Tel: 01202 668330
Fax: 01202 668331
Website: www.familydoctor.co.uk

DVD

All DVD's are available at a cost of £10 paid in advance which includes postage and packing to UK destinations. To place an order or to enquire about postage to overseas addresses please contact us.

L.I.F.E 2

Laryngectomy Information for First aid and Emergency treatment. A 30 minute video showing how to give mouth to neck resuscitation.

Nursing and Laryngectomee Care

An introduction to the needs of the laryngectomee after leaving hospital. This video is aimed at nurses working in the community.

Talking it Through

A pre and post operative video for laryngectomees, families and friends.