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Links and
Resources
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*Please
note - The Wellness Community does not guarantee the information contained
at these sites and they do not constitute medical advice.
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Cancer
Link
- A new site that provides a variety of cancer-related web links
such as menus on specific types of cancer, access to cancer-specific "chat
rooms", and mailing lists.
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CancerNet
- A cancer information source maintaining lists of other sources as
well as answers to FAQs
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National
Cancer Institute
- Another comprehensive on-line cancer
information site, this site includes a PDQ site; search engines; information
on clinical trials, national and international research, and proceedings.
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Lymphoma
Research Foundation
- creates, promotes and supports high quality research
resulting in more effective, safer treatments and the ultimate cure for
lymphoma.
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OncoLink
- Located at the University of Pennsylvania Cancer Center, this site supports
such listings as a disease-oriented menu with links to information about
specific forms of cancer; financial information for cancer patients; announcements
of upcoming conferences and meetings; Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs);
and references to information about ongoing clinical trials.
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U.S.
National Library of Medicine
- A web page that includes valuable search
tools, lists of recent proceedings and library catalogues, and access to
a number of cancer-focused databases.
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National
Marrow Donors Program
- This site provides information on the national
marrow donors program as well as links to other cancer-related web pages.
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Nutrition
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American
Institute for Cancer Research- AICR is the leading national cancer
organization in the field of diet, nutrition, and cancer. Their site contains
information on cancer and cancer prevention as well as current research
and recipes for healthy eating.
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Cancer
Nutrition Center
- Learn about the value of food in your fight for
recovery from Carolyn Katzin, a certified nutrition specialist
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Drug Information & Clinical Trials
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National
Kidney Cancer Association
- A guide to the broad range of services
for kidney cancer patients and their families, including free publications,
latest research, and a "Survivors Gallery."
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CancerTrials
- A comprehensive online resource for cancer clinical trials information
featuring the latest news in cancer research trials, a guide to finding
clinical trials and easy access to clinical trials resources.
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Center
Watch Clinical Trials Listing Network
- Search for clinical trials,
find information about physicians and medical centers performing clinical
research, and learn about drug therapies newly approved by the FDA.
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Cancer Specific Sites
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Cancer
News on the Net
- An Internet publication that provides articles on
specific types of cancer and links to other cancer web sites
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American
Cancer Society's Breast Cancer Resource Center
- This site offers a list of
books, brochures, and organizations dealing with breast cancer, as well
as other resources
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Breast
Cancer Answers
- Located at the University of Wisconsin's Comprehensive
Cancer Center, this site has links to stories about the latest breast cancer
issues, including the relationship between birth-control pills and breast
cancer, new forms of mammography, and appropriate levels of mammography
screening for women ages 40 to 49
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National
Alliance of Breast Cancer Organizations
- Check out the results of
a recent survey of women age 50 or older
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Prostate
Cancer Resource Network
- The PCRN is a charitable organization dedicated
to providing information, hope, and encouragement to prostate cancer patients
and their families
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American
Brain Tumor Association
- This site offers information about the newest
treatments, links to clinical trial listings, physician information, and
support services for brain tumor patients and families
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Cancer Trials
- cancerTrials is a clinical trials information resource from the National Cancer
Institute
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Cancer Hope Network
- free, confidential, one-on-one support to people with cancer and their
families
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American Liver Foundation
- The American Liver Foundation is the only national, voluntary non-profit health agency dedicated to
preventing, treating and curing hepatitis and all liver diseases through research, education and support groups
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American Cancer Society
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Cancer News on the Net
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Team
Survivor -
Free
exercise and health education programs for women with a past or
present diagnosis of cancer. Variety of exercise programs
offered throughout Los Angeles and Orange Counties. Women of all
ages and fitness levels and in all stages of cancer treatment
and recovery are welcome.
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PanCAN - The
Pancreatic Cancer Action Network is a nationwide network of
people dedicated to working together to advance research,
support patients and create hope for those affected by
pancreatic cancer.
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Pancreatica.org
- A gathering point for the latest news and disinterested
information in regard to clinical trials and other responsible
medical care in the treatment of pancreatic cancer.
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