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Cancer Resources
You and your family
can access various support groups, programs, research information,
and publications that provide information, guidance, and an understanding
of living through cancer. There are also many resources available
for you to learn more about various types of cancers, their treatments
and their side effects.
To find out what specific services are available
in your area, you can contact the American
Cancer Society office listed in your local telephone directory—or
call 1.800.ACS.2345.
You should also ask your Comprehensive Cancer
Centers of Nevada (CCCN) medical team about local resources, programs
and support groups best suited to your specific requirements.
Below are many Internet resources you can explore.
The information provided through these links is not the information
of CCCN, and CCCN does not necessarily endorse such content. All
content provided through these links is for information only and
does not constitute medical advice. Please consult your physician
before acting or relying upon such information.
American
Cancer Society
The American Cancer Society offers a variety of services to families
through research, printed materials and educational programs. These
programs include: I Can Surmount, I Can Cope, Look Good Feel Better,
Man to Man, Reach to Recovery.
ASCO
American Society of Clinical Oncology
Cancer
Care
Help & Hope Cancer Care is a national non-profit organization
that can provide you and your family free professional help in dealing
with all cancers through counseling, education, information and
referral, and direct financial assistance.
CancerConnect.com
CancerConnect provides current, comprehensive, authoritative information on the prevention, diagnosis, and management of cancer and a community where patients can exchange information and get support and inspiration.
Cancersurvivor
Cancersurvivor provides you and your family with information and
support in coping with cancer. You can post questions and read stories
of encouragement from those with similar experiences.
Living
With It
Living With It is your source for support in dealing with recurrent
breast cancer, a disease that can touch your life in many different
ways.
National
Cancer Institute
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.
National
Coalition for Cancer Survivorship
The National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship, the only patient-led
advocacy organization working on behalf of people with all types
of cancer and their families, is dedicated to assuring quality cancer
care for all Americans.
People
Living With Cancer
ASCO's (American Society of Clinical Oncology) patient focused web
site.
Prostate
Info.com
Prostate Info.com will give provide you with a comprehensive source
of information on prostate cancer.
US
Oncology-Cancer Resource Links
Here you will find detailed lists of links to obtain general cancer
information, information on specific types of cancer, and blood
disease/disorder information.
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