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Cancer Websites

• CancerNet   - Credible, current and comprehensive cancer information from the U.S. National Cancer Institute.

• About.com: Cancer - Presents general overview information on many of the main kinds of tumors. Includes news, doctor search, glossary and access to support hotlines.
• AllExperts Oncology Q&A - Comprehensive directory of cancer experts volunteering to answer both general and disease-specific questions.
• Arlin Cancer Resource Center - Online extension of the reading room and interactive library of the Westchester Medical Center in Hawthorne, New York.
• atCancer - Gives access to a MEDLINE-related search engine, as well as to reference links.
• Best Practices: Cancer Prevention and Control - National Governor's Association resource designed to provide a clearinghouse of standards related to tumor care.
• BetterCancerCare - Provides general information and links, as well as the My Cancer Diary communication and documentation tool.
• Cancer Advice UK - Advice and information about diagnosis and treatment issues. Includes leaflets, book suggestions, links and support groups.
• Cancer Chart - Quick reference listing of the most common tumor types.
• Cancer Consultants.com - Provides information on treatment and prevention for patients and professionals.
• Cancer Dictionary & Acronyms - Terminology and abbreviations presented in a searchable format.
• Cancer Information Services - Information from the U.S. National Cancer Institute including access to links, press releases and publications.
• Cancer Leadership Council - A patient-centered forum of national advocacy organizations addressing public policy issues.
• The Cancer Letter - Periodical which supplies news and current information about the state of research and treatment.
• Cancer Lynx - An online 'zine for patients and professionals.
• Cancer Mondial - The International Agency for Research on Cancer provides access to reports and databases on occurrence and characteristics.
• Cancer Network.com - Information resource aimed at health professionals. Requires registration.
• Cancer Nutrition Center - Explores the link between tumors and nutrition. Offers dietary advice for patients.
• Cancer Options UK - Designed to help patients and families find appropriate treatment options and services. Provides access to a nurse specialist.
• Cancer Page - Information and community resources including chat rooms, message boards, physician directory and clinical trials.
• Cancer Rates and Risks - Provides international incidence and mortality rates including information about risk factors. From the U.S. National Cancer Institute.
• The Cancer Supportive Care Programs - Book excerpts covering such topics as psychosocial issues, support, nutrition, pain control and spirituality.
• CancerBACUP - Information and support from this UK organization which addresses many of the types of tumors. Includes access to online booklets and other resources.
• CancerCare - Topics of interest to patients and their families including treatment side-effects, pain control, nutrition and bereavement.
• Cancer.com - Provides treatment information, support group listings, online education, decision-making resources, physician locator services and risk assessment tools.
• CancerDirect - Patient consultation service offering treatment advice, online second opinions and oncologist referral for individual disease.
• CancerEducation - Disseminates educational programming in a multimedia electronic clips format. Aimed at both a lay and professional audience.
• CancerExperts MD - Physcians located in Boston offer second opinions and personalized case reviews. Provides an online ask-a-doctor service.
• CancerFatigue - Discusses causes and management of this vexing and potentially quite serious symptom. Provides access to a nurse for questions.
• CancerFit - Details the activities of a program at the Sedona Racquet Club in Arizona. Designed to help survivors maintain good physical, emotional and spiritual fitness.
• CancerGuide - A survivor provides a comprehensive orientation to help motivated patients begin to actively engage their disease and their health care team.
• Cancer-Help - Gives patients general online information while working to expand access to developmental drugs.
• CancerHelpOnline - Links to many related support sites.
• CancerLinks.org - Resources about the condition and treatment in a links format.
• Cancerlinksusa.com - Information and links for all types of tumors.
• CancerNausea.com - Presents information to help manage nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy or radiation treatments.
• CancerNews.com - Articles and links pertaining to many related topics.
• CancerSource - Provides information about prevention, detection, diagnosis, treatment and symptom management. Offers access to news, support groups and email lists.
• CancerSupport UK - An online directory of resources.
• CancerTrack - Access to related news, books and links.
• Cellscience: A-Z Cancer Directory - Links-based listing in areas such as research, hospitals, charities, funding and education.
• Chemotherapy-Induced Nausea and Vomiting - A detailed review of this subject in pdf format aimed at the professional level.
• Conversations in Care - Explores the challenges surrounding physician and patient communications in cancer.
• COX-2 Inhibitors: Cancer - Information about these treatment agents which is based on an educational grant from the Pharmacia company.
• DIPEx: Cancer - Includes audio and video interviews of patient experiences.
• Don't Say That Word - Online forum for those directly or indirectly affected by cancer. Includes personal stories and poetry.
• Guide to Internet Resources for Cancer - Non-profit directory of information sorted by disease type, country and treatment.
• HCA Cancer Guides - General information including treatment options.
• Health Professionals: Cancer Resources - Links to sites around the world from this Manchester, England hospital resource.
• Hematology Oncology News & Issues - Headline news and articles for cancer professionals and patients.
• Hologuides: Cancer - Information about various tumors in a links format.
• Imperial Cancer Research Fund - News and information about the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of this condition. A UK charity site.
• InteliHealth: Cancer - Medical information, articles and news covering a variety of tumors and related issues.
• iVillage.com: Cancer - Information about the prevention and treatment of the various forms of this condition.
• Ladies Home Journal: Cancer - Links to articles about skin and breast tumors.
• Manage CINV - Offers patients and professionals information about chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting.
• MCW Healthlink: Cancer - Medical College of Wisconsin Physicians and Clinics resource which provides news articles and information about recent developments.
• MedicineNet: Cancer - Presents information such as prevention and treatment side-effects. Also gives resources including links, articles and support groups.
• Meds.com: Cancer Glossary - Aims to provide a better understanding of words frequently used in patient care.
• Moffitt Cancer Network - MCN provides online education for patients and physicians on advances in care and research.
• Nature: Cancer Update - Service which provides access to news articles and reports about recent research activity. Registration required.
• NCI Center for Cancer Research - U.S. government resource which provides access to information for researchers and about collaborations. Aimed at the professional level.
• NetCancerAlert - Provides access to articles and links which are oncology related.
• NetHealthBook: Cancer - Symptoms, diagnostic tests and treatments of the most common cancers are described.
• Nexcura: Cancer Facts - Provides current information and access to a clinical trials profiler.
• A Notebook Guide for Newly Diagnosed Cancer Patients - Information for people who have just received the diagnosis. Includes links, a message board and details about the author.
• OncoLink - Extensive information including news, prevention, clinical trials, conferences and psychosocial support from the University of Pennsylvania Cancer Center.
• Oncology Interactive Education Series - Commercial audio-visual educational resources for patients.
• People Living With Cancer - Patient information from the American Society of Clinical Oncology.
• Radiofrequency Ablation: Cancer - Brief summary of a technique which may be used for treatment. Includes a FAQ, message board and illustrations.
• Rare Cancer Alliance - Organization oriented to disseminating information about these conditions.
• Romanian Cancer League - Eastern European organization with aims of education, prevention, treatment, support and advocacy.
• Shirley's Wellness Cafe - Promotes holistic and alternative approaches for cancer prevention and treatment.
• Start Oncology.net - Evidenced-based information about many tumors presented by the Alliance Against Cancer of Italy.
• Suite 101 - Articles and links about cancer treatments.
• Target Tumors - Information about targeted therapy approach in relation to a number of solid tumors.
• USnews.com: Best Cancer Hospitals - Ranking by the magazine of the fifty top cancer hospitals in the United States. With criteria.
• WebMD Health: Cancer - Consumer health site which includes information for the newly diagnosed, as well as for those coping with chemotherapy.
• The World Against Cancer - A conduit source consisting primarily of multi-lingual search engines.
• World Oncology Network - World directory of cancer specialists and hematologists.
• The "Y" Cancer Foundation - AOL discussion group aimed at providing information and support.
• ZoeMed.com: Cancer Life Center - Presents an array of resources. Supported in partnership by the Ortho Biotech pharmaceutical firm.

• BBC News: Cancer the Facts - A guide to several types of tumors and their treatments including audio from experts, survivors' stories and news archives. (March 17, 2000)

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