Knowledge is power. The more informed you are about your cancer diagnosis and treatment, the more you will be able to make educated choices about your care. The first step is learning about your disease and then learning whom can best help you fight it.
General Cancer Information/Support Links |
American Cancer Society (ACS) |
Source of news,
information and support. |
web site:
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www.cancer.org |
phone: |
800-ACS-2345 |
Cancer Care |
Oldest, largest national non-profit agency offering support and practical information. |
web site:
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www.cancercare.org |
phone: |
800-813-HOPE (4673) |
Cancer Support Community |
Provides free psychological and emotional support to cancer patients and their families. They offer support groups on stress reduction and cancer education workshops, nutrition guidance, exercise sessions, and social events. |
web site:
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www.cancersupport-phila.org |
phone: |
888-793-WELL (9355) |
CaringBridge |
CaringBridge provides free websites that connect people experiencing a significant health challenge to family and friends, making each health journey easier. |
web site:
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www.caringbridge.org |
phone: |
651-452-7940 |
Fertile Hope |
Provides reproductive information, support and hope to cancer patients whose medical treatments present the risk of infertility. |
web site:
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www.fertilehope.org |
phone: |
888-994-HOPE (4673) |
Gilda's Club Worldwide |
Free support community for people living with cancer. |
web site:
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www.gildasclub.org |
phone: |
888-445-3248 |
Gynecologic Cancer Foundation (GCF) |
Ensures public awareness of gynecologic cancer prevention, early diagnosis and proper treatment as well as supports research and training related to gynecologic cancers. |
web site:
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www.thegcf.org |
phone: |
800-444-4441 |
Lance Armstrong Foundation |
Focuses its activities on the following areas: survivor resources and support, survivorship programs, national advocacy initiatives, scientific and clinical research grants. |
web site:
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www.laf.org |
phone: |
512-236-8820 |
National Cancer Institute (NCI) |
The National
Cancer Institute coordinates the National
Cancer Program, which conducts and supports
research, training, health information
dissemination, and other programs with
respect to the cause, diagnosis, prevention,
and treatment of cancer, rehabilitation
from cancer, and the continuing care of
cancer patients and the families of cancer
patients. |
web site:
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www.cancer.gov |
National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship |
Nationwide network of organizations and individuals serving all people with cancer. |
web site:
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www.canceradvocacy.org |
phone: |
877-NCCS-YES (6227-937) |
National Family Caregivers Association |
web site:
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www.nfcacares.org |
phone: |
800-896-3650 |
OncoLink |
The University
of Pennsylvania's Cancer Center website. Provides
comprehensive information about specific
types of cancer, updates on cancer treatments,
and news about research advances. |
web site:
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www.oncolink.com |
Oncology Nursing Society |
Information on cancer prevention, detection, diagnosis and treatment; specific types of cancer; and other cancer-related topics. |
web site:
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www.ons.org |
phone: |
866-257-4667 |
People
Living with Cancer |
The patient
information web site of the American Society
of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) provides oncologist-approved
information on more than 50 types of cancer
and their treatments, clinical trials,
coping, and side effects. Additional
resources include a Find an Oncologist
database, live chats, message boards, a
drug database and links to patient support
groups. The site is designed to help
people with cancer make informed health-care
decisions. |
web site:
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www.peoplelivingwithcancer.org |
phone: |
703-299-0150 |
Pregnant with Cancer Network |
Through a network or women across the United States, the Pregnant with Cancer network can match women newly diagnosed with cancer while pregnant with a woman once given a similar diagnosis who will offer hope, encouragement, and support. |
web site:
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www.pregnantwithcancer.org |
phone: |
800-743-4471 |
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Brain Cancer Links |
American Brain Tumor Association |
A complete source for information about brain tumors, treatment options, clinical trials, and living with a brain tumor. |
web site:
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www.abta.org |
phone: |
800-866-2282 |
National Brain Tumor Foundation |
Dedicated to promoting a cure for brain tumors, improving quality of life and giving hope to the brain tumor community by funding research and providing patient resources, information, and education. |
web site:
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www.braintumor.org |
phone: |
800-934-CURE (2873) |
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Breast Cancer Links |
Breastcancer.org |
Dedicated to providing the most reliable, complete, and up-to-date information about breast cancer. |
web site:
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www.breastcancer.org |
Living Beyond Breast Cancer |
Provides educational conferences, a newsletter, outreach to medically underserved women, a help line, and more. |
web site:
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www.lbbc.org |
phone: |
888-753-LBBC (5222) |
Sisters Network, Inc. |
National African-American breast cancer survivors’ support organization. |
web site:
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www.sistersnetworkinc.org |
phone: |
866-781-1808 |
Komen for the Cure |
Eradicating breast cancer by advancing research, education, screening, and treatment. Promoters of the Komen Race for the Cure®. |
web site:
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www.komen.org |
phone: |
800-IM-AWARE (462-9273) |
Y-ME National Breast Cancer Organization |
Provides information, support, through its 24/7 Hotline staffed by trained breast cancer survivors with interpreters in 150 languages. |
web site:
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www.y-me.org |
phone: |
800-221-2141 (English)
800-986-9505 (Spanish) |
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Cervical Cancer Links |
National Cervical Cancer Coalition |
Dedicated to serving women with, or at risk for, cervical cancer and HPV disease. |
web site:
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www.nccc-online.org |
phone: |
818-909-3849 or 800-685-5531 |
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Colorectal Cancer Links |
Colon Cancer Alliance |
Provides support and information to those battling colorectal cancer. |
web site:
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www.ccalliance.org |
phone: |
877-422-2030 |
National Colorectal Cancer Research Alliance |
Dedicated to educating Americans about colon cancer prevention. |
web site:
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www.eifoundation.org |
phone: |
818-760-7722 |
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Esophageal Cancer Links |
CancerConsultants.com |
Dedicated to providing comprehensive information on the prevention and treatment of colorectal cancer, daily news, and clinical trials, listings for colorectal cancer patients, and their families. |
web site:
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www.cancerconsultants.com |
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GIST (Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor) Links |
GIST Support International |
On this site you will find people from around the world who are dealing with GIST, both the experienced and inexperienced, patients and caregivers, nonprofessionals and professionals. Here you will find support, contacts and information for managing life with GIST cancer. |
web site:
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www.gistsupport.org |
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Hospice Links |
National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO) |
The NHPCO is an association of programs that provide hospice and palliative care. Help in Spanish is also available. |
web site:
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www.nhpco.org |
phone:
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800-658-8898 |
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Leukemia and Lymphoma Links |
Leukemia and Lymphoma Society |
Fights leukemia, lymphoma, myeloma and Hodgkin’s disease through research, education, patient services, and advocacy. |
web site:
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www.leukemia-lymphoma.org |
phone:
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800-955-4LSA (4572) |
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Lung Cancer Links |
Alliance for Lung Cancer Advocacy, Support and Education (ALCASE) |
ALCASE offers programs designed to help improve the quality of life of people with lung cancer and their families. Programs include education about the disease, psychosocial support, and advocacy about issues that concern lung cancer survivors. |
web site:
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www.alcase.org |
phone:
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800-298-2436 |
American Lung Association |
Offers information, programs, press releases, legislative advocacy, and referrals. |
web site:
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www.lungusa.org |
phone:
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800-LUNG-USA (5864-872) |
Lung Cancer Alliance |
Helps individuals with lung cancer improve the quality of their lives. |
web site:
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www.lungcanceralliance.org |
phone:
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800-298-2436 or 202-463-2080 |
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Lymphedema Links |
National Lymphedema Network |
Works to standardize quality treatment for lymphedema patients nationwide. |
web site:
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www.lymphnet.org |
phone:
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800-541-3259 |
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Multiple Myeloma Links |
Institute for Myeloma and Bone Cancer Research (IMBCR) |
The only independent non-profit research institute working to find improved treatment, and ultimately a cure, for multiple myeloma. |
web site:
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www.imbcr.org |
phone:
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310-623-1210 |
International Myeloma Foundation (IMF) |
Supports education, treatment, and research for multiple myeloma. They provide toll-free hotline, seminars, and educational materials for patients and their families. Assistance is provided in many languages. |
web site:
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www.myeloma.org |
phone:
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800-452-CURE (2873) |
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Oral, Head and Neck Cancer Links |
Support for People with Oral and Head and Neck Cancer |
“Survivor to survivor” network providing information, support, and encouragement. |
web site:
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www.spohnc.org |
phone:
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800-377-0928 |
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Ovarian Cancer Links |
CancerConsultants.com |
Dedicated to providing comprehensive information on the prevention and treatment of ovarian cancer, daily news, and clinical trials listings for ovarian cancer patients and their families. |
web site:
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www.cancerconsultants.com |
National Ovarian Cancer Coalition |
Promotes awareness and provides education and referrals for people affected by ovarian cancer. |
web site:
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www.ovarian.org |
phone:
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888-OVARIAN (682-7426) |
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Pancreatic Cancer Links |
Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PANCAN) |
Provides public and professional education that embraces the urgent need for more research, effective treatments, prevention programs, and early detection methods. |
web site:
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www.pancan.org |
phone:
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877-272-6226 |
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Prostate Cancer Links |
National Prostate Cancer Coalition |
Provides information, counseling, and educational meetings to help men with prostate disease in making decisions about their treatment and support. |
web site:
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www.pcacoalition.org |
phone:
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888-245-9455 |
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Sarcoma Links |
The National Leiomyosarcoma Foundation |
Provides leadership in supporting research of Leiomyosarcoma, improving treatment outcomes of those affected by this disease as well as fostering awareness in the medical community and general public. |
web site:
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www.nlmsf.org |
The Sarcoma Alliance |
Strives to extend and improve the lives of sarcoma patients through accurate diagnosis, improved access to care, guidance, education, and support. |
web site:
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www.sarcomaalliance.org |
phone:
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415-381-7236 |
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