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Netwd Health Directory
Cancer
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Cancer.gov
Credible, current and comprehensive cancer information from the U.S. National Cancer Institute.
CancerGuide
A survivor provides a comprehensive orientation to help motivated patients begin to actively engage their disease and their health care team.
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.
ACOR Support
Links-based listing by the Association of Online Cancer Resources.
ACS: Statistics
American Cancer Society presents an array of related statistics.
AllExperts Oncology Q&A
Comprehensive directory of cancer experts volunteering to answer both general and disease-specific questions.
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.
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 Forums
Online discussions on various types of cancers. Includes topics such as coping, support, clinical trials and treatment options.
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 Matters
Contains information, treatment options, and resources on a range of cancers. Also includes links to general resources, and a directory of services and resources located in a number of US cities.
Cancer Mondial
The International Agency for Research on Cancer provides access to reports and databases on occurrence and characteristics.
Cancer Monthly
Presents information on research results.
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.
Cancer Site Finder.com
Offers a searchable database of cancer related websites with descriptions of each. Allows users to search by topic, feature, or quality standard.
The Cancer Supportive Care Programs
Book excerpts covering such topics as psychosocial issues, support, nutrition, pain control and spirituality.
Cancer Survivors Project
A community resource for long term survivors. Includes access to the ACOR email discussion group.
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.
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.
CancerHelpOnline
Links to many related support sites.
Cancer-help.org
Links to articles about tumors, treatments and care.
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.
CancerSupportChat.org
Presents access to online discussion, chat and support.
CancerSymptoms
Discusses common symptoms related to cancer treatment. Provides email access to a nurse for questions.
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.
ChemoCare
Scott Hamilton’s chemotherapy site offers general treatment information for cancer patients. Sponsored by Ortho Biotech.
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
Provides an online forum on cancer, information, personal stories, poetry and remembrance pages. Graphics-intensive.
eMedicine Health: What You Need to Know
Consumer health resource center providing general information on cancer prevention, symptoms and treatment.
eMedicine Health: Cancer Symptoms
Consumer health resource center providing information on common symptoms.
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.
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.
Mount Zion: Hyperthermia Treatment
Provides information about this treatment and research modality for use in cancer at the University of California at San Francisco.
MyOwnBiopsy
Provides "translations" of cancer pathology reports from medical jargon into understandable lay terms.
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.
On Top of Cancer
Links-based guide to Internet resource.
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 Adult & Pediatric Cancers
Provides information, support, forums, links and news.
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.
Suite 101
Articles and links about cancer treatments.
Target Tumors
Information about targeted therapy approach in relation to a number of solid tumors.
Topix.net: Cancer News
Headline news and content on related issues.
Untangling the Web
Provides access to disability resources including those needed for cancer care support.
USnews.com: Best Cancer Hospitals
Ranking by the magazine of the fifty top cancer hospitals in the United States.
WebMD Health: Cancer
Consumer health site which includes information for the newly diagnosed, as well as for those coping with chemotherapy.
Wikicities: Cancer
An open-publishing wiki portal for those interested in this topic. Available for viewing or editing.
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.
Yahoo Health: Chemotherapy Center
Information on chemotherapy including basic facts, what to expect, side effects and a FAQ.
Yahoo Health: Radiation Therapy Center
Information including basic facts, what to expect and side effects.
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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