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Bladder Cancer Advocacy Network
The Bladder Cancer Advocacy Network (BCAN) is the first national advocacy organization dedicated to improving public awareness of bladder cancer, and increasing research directed towards the diagnosis, treatment and cure of the disease. Founded in May 2005, BCAN is a cooperative effort among bladder cancer survivors, their families, caregivers, and the medical community. One of our goals is that no one should ever have to feel alone when dealing with Bladder Cancer.
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Bladder Cancer Web Cafe
The Bladder Cancer WebCafe is a source of information and resources for people who have been diagnosed with bladder cancer and those who care for them. The site contains an e-mail discussion group, information about bladder cancer and treatment options, including alternative approaches.
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Bladder Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment
This is an online medical paper about bladder cancer that covers superficial, metastatic, and invasive bladder cancer.
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CancerNet -- Bladder Cancer
CancerNet's Bladder Cancer section about bladder cancer provides an in-depth description of this cancer. Topics include: Symptoms, Diagnosis and Staging, Treatment, Getting a Second Opinion, Preparing for Treatment, Methods of Treatment, Clinical Trials, Side Effects of Treatment, Surgery, Radiation Therapy, Chemotherapy, Biological Therapy, Nutrition for Cancer Patients, Rehabilitation, Recovery and Outlook, Followup Care, Support for People With Cancer, Possible Causes and Prevention, and a Glossary.
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American Brain Tumor Association (ABTA)
The ABTA funds brain tumor research and provides information to help patients make educated decisions about their health care. The ABTA offers research on and treatment of brain tumors, printed materials, and provides listings of physicians, treatment facilities and support groups throughout the country.
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Musella Foundation
This Web site, maintained by the Musella Foundation, offers extensive treatment and clinical trial information for brain tumors.
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National Brain Tumor Foundation (NBTF)
NBTF provides patients and their loved ones with information on how to cope with brain tumors. This organization conducts national and regional conferences, publishes printed materials for patients and family members, and provides accesss to a national network of patient support groups and also assists in answering patient inquiries.
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Breast Cancer Action (BCA)
In 1990 a group of women with metastatic breast cancer, led by Elenore Pred, formed Breast Cancer Action (BCA), a grassroots organization of breast cancer survivors and their supporters. The organization, which now has more than 5,000 concerned supporters around the country, works with other breast cancer organizations to bring about important legislative changes on both the state and federal level. The site offers information on how to become active with the group and also posts recent news about breast cancer.
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Breast Cancer Lighthouse
Breast Cancer Lighthouse offers women who are newly diagnosed with breast cancer a variety of resources to help them understand their cancer and seek effective treatment. This site focuses on the personal stories of women who have survived breast cancer and provides medical information on the diagnosis, treatment, and recovery from breast cancer.
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BreastCancerMoms.com
When I was diagnosed with breast cancer, my thoughts went immediately to my kids. What should I tell them? How will I take care of them? What if I die? I searched everywhere but couldn’t find the answers to my questions. I gathered advice from health care professionals, mothers with breast cancer, their friends and family, and even the children themselves. It’s all posted on a virtual fridge door, information central for most moms. I hope it makes the breast cancer journey a bit easier for you and your family.
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Breast Cancer Network
The Breast Cancer Network searches daily through dozens of news wires and services for breast cancer-related news and articles, and then it posts links to these stories on its site. By becoming a subscriber, users can get regular e-mail notification of breaking breast cancer-related news, new article postings, and significant changes or new features to the site.
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Breast Cancer Risk Calculator
This detailed breast cancer risk calculator can be used for free and was developed by Dr. Stephen B. Halls, a radiologist and mammographer. The calculations are achieved after the user answers 12 questions. A more simplified version of the calculator, with only 6 questions, is also available.
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Imaginis.com
Sponsored by Siemens, the breast health topics covered on the Imaginis Web site are benign breast conditions, nipple discharge, hormone replacement therapy, breast cancer resources and links, images of breast conditions and much more on women's health.
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Ladies Home Journal Online Breast Self-Exam Guide
This area of The Ladies Home Journal Online shows you how to do a breast self-exam, with written instructions and photos
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Living Beyond Breast Cancer (LBBC)
LBBC is a not-for-profit educational organization committed to empowering all women affected by breast cancer to live as long as possible with the best quality of life. Programs include semi-annual large-scale educational conferences, a quarterly educational newsletter, outreach to medically underserved women, a consumer focused educational booklet, the Paula A. Seidman Library and Resource Center, Young Survivors group, the Survivors' Helpline and a Web site.
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Men Against Breast Cancer
Men Against Breast Cancer is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization specifically designed to mobilize and support men as active participants in the fight against breast cancer. MABC leverages this unique approach to generate incremental funding and support toward our goal of eradicating breast cancer as a life-threatening disease.
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Mothers Supporting Daughters with Breast Cancer
MSDBC is a national nonprofit organization co-founded by a mother (Charmayne Dierker) and her daughter (Lillie Shockney) in March 1995. The support services provided by this organization are free and are designed to help mothers who have daughters battling breast cancer.
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National Breast Cancer Coalition (NBCC)
The National Breast Cancer Coalition (NBCC) was founded in 1991 as a grassroots advocacy effort in the fight against breast cancer. Through a network of activists across the country -- including more than 500 organizations and 60,000 individuals -- the NBCC has succeeded in increasing federal appropriations for breast cancer research, creating a breast cancer research program administered by the Department of the Army, and developing the National Action Plan on Breast Cancer (a public/private partnership).
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Network of Strength
Thanks to the generosity of our donors, Breast Cancer Network of Strength and its network of affiliates provide information and support to anyone touched by breast cancer. As originally envisioned by Network of Strength’s founders, all programs and services are available free-of-charge.
Breast Cancer Network of Strength uniquely provides peer support through YourShoes™, a 24/7 breast cancer support center staffed by breast cancer survivors who know first-hand what it is like to walk in the shoes of someone who is facing the disease. Get in touch with us at the YourShoes 24/7 Breast Cancer Support Center by calling 1-800-221-2141. Peer counselors at YourShoes help people touched by breast cancer feel the strength and support they need.
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SHARE
SHARE (Self-Help for Women with Breast or Ovarian Cancer) is a self-help organization that serves women, men, and children who have been affected by breast or ovarian cancer, providing opportunities for them to be more in control of their lives during and after a diagnosis. SHARE's model of survivorship promotes public awareness and early detection of these diseases. SHARE's services include information hotlines in English and Spanish, peer-led support groups, public education, advocacy and wellness programs.
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The American Breast Cancer Foundation (ABCF)
The American Breast Cancer Foundation is dedicated to helping women fight breast cancer, by offering information about early detection, a search for a cure, and support services for women and their families after diagnosis. To date the American Breast Cancer Foundation's "Save A Life" Campaign has provided free mammograms to thousands of women who otherwise could not afford to have the screening. The organization makes visits to hospitals, gives seminars, and sends out thousands of newsletters to educate the public about breast cancer. It offers free or low cost mammograms to women who cannot afford them.
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The Breast Cancer Fund
The Breast Cancer Fund undertakes a variety of projects to increase public awareness and concern about the disease in the form of exibitions of art by women with breast cancer, climbing expeditions, and conferences and workshops.
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The Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation
The Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation and its Affiliates have raised more than $90 million for breast cancer research, education, screening and treatment. It is the largest private funder of research dedicated solely to breast cancer in the United States. More than 250 grants have made sure that money is put to good use. It also offers a Helpline at 1-800 I'M AWARE.
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US News & World Report Guide to Breast Cancer
In conjunction with Johns Hopkins University, US News & World Report has an online guide to Breast Cancer that includes causes, risk factor information, breast cancer typing information and need-to-know anatomy.
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National Cervical Cancer Coalition
The National Cervical Cancer Coalition (NCCC) aims to enhance awareness of the conventional Pap smear, new technology, and treatment options as well as clearly communicate the success of cervical cancer screening programs in battling cervical cancer disease. The organization also assists in efforts related to cervical cancer disease research and provides support services to women with cervical cancer and their family members.
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OncoLink (Cervical Cancer page)
This part of the Oncolink Web site contains basical information about cervical cancer, symptom management information, and resources on coping with cancer.
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Colon Cancer Alliance
The Colon Cancer Alliance is an organization of colon and rectal cancer survivors, caregivers, people with a genetic predisposition to the disease, and other individuals touched by colorectal cancer. The Web site offers educational information, news, and advocacy.
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Colon Cancer News
Colon Cancer News keeps you up-to-date about colon and rectal cancer. Learn about risk factors, signs & symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of CRC. Sign up with Colon Cancer News for a free newsletter, with helpful information and updates.
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ColonCancerPrevention.com
ColonCancerPrevention.com is a Web site prepared by the Hackensack Digestive Disease Associates in Hackensack, New Jersey. The site contains information about colon cancer, discusses the importance of getting screened for this cancer, and provides information specific to the board-certified gastroenterologists who are part of this New Jersey association.
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Healthline Colorectal Cancer Learning Center
As consumers increasingly migrate online to self-manage their health, Healthline recognizes the importance of delivering rich, contextually relevant health information to help with better decision-making.
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Howard Hughes Medical Institute
Biomedical research news story on the genetic link between Bloom syndrome and colon cancer from the Howard Hughes Medical Institute.
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United Ostomy Association Inc.
The United Ostomy Association is a volunteer-based health organization dedicated to providing education, information, support, and advocacy for people who have had or will have intestinal or urinary diversions. At the site, you can find information about conferences, insurance issues, products, and books.
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US News & World Report Guide to Colorectal Cancer
In conjunction with Johns Hopkins University, US News & World Report has an online guide to Colorectal Cancer that includes causes, risk factor information and need-to-know anatomy.
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American Gastroenterological Association (AGA)
The American Gastroenterological Association (AGA), founded in 1897, is a non-profit specialty medical society. Its 10,000 members include gastroenterologic physicians and scientists who are engaged in clinical practice, research, and education. Membership is limited to physicians, researchers, and/or educators whose primary practice, research and/or teaching involves the functions and disorders of the digestive system.
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Johns Hopkins Pathology Liver Cancer Web
This site is a liver cancer resource built by patients, physicians and scientists at Johns Hopkins. The site developed out of a commitment to improve the quality of information and resources available.
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Pancreatica.org
Pancreatica provides a concentrated wealth of current and topical scientific and medical information about pancreatic cancer presented in such venues as the "Frequently Asked Questions" (FAQ), "Pancreatic Cancer News and Archives" and Newswire sections. We are presently listed as one of only two pancreatic cancer sites by the National Cancer Institute, and are the only boutique site (listed twice) by the National Library of Medicine.
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American Cancer Society
The main site for the nonprofit national organization. General information on many types of cancer and statistics.
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American Cancer Society's Cancer Action Network
ACS CAN is dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major public health problem through voter education and issue campaigns aimed at influencing candidates and lawmakers to support laws and policies that will help people fight cancer.
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American Institute for Cancer Research
Information and research on nutrition and cancer prevention.
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American Society of Clinical Oncologists
ASCO online features policy statements, abstracts from the society's peer-reviewed journal, guidelines for treatment and surveillance, and a resource area for patients.
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Cancer411.org
Cancer411.org is dedicated to helping cancer patients and their families find the information that they need.
Clinical Trials: Complete listings of all cancer clinical trials available worldwide, sortable by cancer type, phase and location of study.
Resources: Additional services and support groups available to cancer patients and their families
Wecasts & Articles: Topic specific in depth articles, webcasts and more.
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Cancer Care, Inc.
Cancer Care is a national nonprofit agency that offers financial assistance, information and free support to people with cancer and their caregivers. Services are provided by oncology social workers and are available in person, over the phone, and through the agency's Web site.
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Cancer Center at Ohio State University
Cancer center research and treatment, including cancer prevention and information. Our comprehensive programs include oncology, cancer genetics and clinical trials.
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CancerGuide
Researched and created by a cancer survivor, this site offers tips on how to find information about cancer.
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CancerNet
A service of the National Cancer Institute
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CancerNews.com
CancerNews.com is an Internet site that acts as a resource for cancer patients and their families. It is rapidly becoming the most trusted clearinghouse for cancer-related news and information. The CancerNews(TM) ACTIVE CONTENT SHARING tool and CO-BRANDED NEWSLETTER, Cancer News on the Net, now allow content to be widely distributed throughout the Internet. Cancernews.com and its newsletter have subsequently grown into two of the most respected cancer information resources on the Internet.
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Cancer Lifeline
A Seattle, Washington-based support service for cancer patients, family, and survivors. Volunteers staff telephone support services.
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CancerQuest
CancerQuest is designed to teach the biology of cancer and cancer treatments. The site contains numerous graphics and animations and a custom dictionary. Topics include cell division, oncogenes, cancer detection, chemotherapy and radiation. Fully referenced and continuously updated.
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Cancer Research and Prevention Foundation
The Cancer Research and Prevention Foundation is a national, nonprofit health foundation whose mission is the prevention and early detection of cancer through scientific research, education and community outreach.
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Cancer Stress and Immunity Research
The mission of the Stress and Immunity Cancer Projects group at Ohio State University is to improve the quality of life of cancer patients through innovative cancer research. Understanding the interactions of psychological, behavioral and biological factors in cancer.
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Caring.com
Caring.com was created to help you care for your aging parents and other loved ones. Our mission is to give you the information and other resources you need to make better decisions, save time, and feel more supported.
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Coalition of Cancer Cooperative Groups
The Coalition of Cancer Cooperative Groups is a nonprofit organization
whose mission is to improve the quality of life and survival of cancer patients by increasing participation in cancer clinical trials. The American Cancer Society and The Coalition of Cancer Cooperative Groups use Trial Check® to search for clinical trials. Trial Check is the most up-to-date source of cancer clinical trial information.
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CURE: Cancer Updates‚ Research & Education
CURE is a quarterly magazine that combines the science and humanity of cancer for those who have to deal with it on a daily basis. CURE provides scientific information in easy-to-understand language with equally understandable illustrations. It is published by CURE Media Group, LP. CURE has a distinguished editorial board of physicians, nurses and leaders in the field of quality-of-life issues. Please visit CURE at www.curetoday.com
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GIST Support
The mission of GIST Support International (GSI) is to provide an open enrollment, online web-group that offers online support and information for patients and caregivers of the sarcoma GIST. Through our LISTSERV E-mail service and website, we provide help to patients, caregivers, family and friends and support our sister organization in their fundraising efforts to find a cure for GIST. Please join us at http://www.gistsupport.org.
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Miracle House
Miracle House is a non-profit organization that provides a comfortable and supportive environment for those who are visiting family and friends living with cancer, HIV, or AIDS. Founded in 1990 and beginning our services in October 1991, Miracle House was developed to meet community demands to assist families and friends traveling to New York, who as caregivers, needed temporary housing to support young men, women and children facing HIV and AIDS issues. In 1997, Miracle House expanded its services to include cancer clients.
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Medicare
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) administers Medicare, the nation's largest health insurance program, which covers nearly 40 million Americans. Medicare is a Health Insurance Program for people 65 years of age and older, some disabled people under 65 years of age, and people with End-Stage Renal Disease (permanent kidney failure treated with dialysis or a transplant).
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National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship
The National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship (NCCS) was founded in 1986 by and for cancer survivors and has grown into an active national advocacy organization. With a focus on cancer communities located nationwide, NCCS is a patient-led organization working on behalf of people with all types of cancer and those who care for them.
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National Cancer Institute
The main site of the US National Cancer Institute with links to information for patients, the public, health professionals and mass media.
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Oncolink
The University of Pennsylvania Cancer Center site contains cancer information including book reviews, news on clinical trials, FAQ pages and more. Some information is aimed primarily at physicians.
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Patient Resource Cancer Guide
The goal of Patient Resource Publishing is to empower people who are suffering with life-altering diseases by giving them the most comprehensive and up-to-date guide to treatment and facilities for their disease in a single, quality publication.
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Cellscience A-Z Medical Directory
The A-Z Medical Directory is a comprehensive international resource covering AIDS & HIV, Cancer, Cystic Fibrosis and Diabetes, with listings of research institutes, hospitals, charities, funding bodies and basic educaitonal information. The Cellscience A-Z seeks to provide a rapid access and retrieval database of selected URL's, displayed alphabetically by geographical location and topic.
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healthfinder®
This gateway consumer health information Web site from the U.S. federal government includes information to help people stay healthy, understand diagnoses, explore treatment options, and find support.
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HealthGrades
HealthGrades provides information and ratings on healthcare providers, plus a mammography directory profiling more than 10,000 FDA-certified facilities across the U.S.
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Innovation.org
Learn about new medicines in development for diseases such as heart disease, cancer and Alzheimer's, in the site's new medicines database.
Hear current debates and commentary from leading healthcare experts.
Meet researchers behind new medicines and patients who benefit from them.
Travel through a century of pharmaceutical discovery on an interactive timeline.
Discover how medicines are made and how research and development is increasing in length and uncertainty.
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Miracle House
Miracle House is a non-profit organization that provides a comfortable and supportive environment for those who are visiting family and friends living with cancer, HIV, or AIDS. Founded in 1990 and beginning our services in October 1991, Miracle House was developed to meet community demands to assist families and friends traveling to New York, who as caregivers, needed temporary housing to support young men, women and children facing HIV and AIDS issues. In 1997, Miracle House expanded its services to include cancer clients.
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MyHealth Toolkit
The University of Washington Medical Center MyHealth Toolkit provides resources on selected topics such as cancer, diagnostic tests, drug information and heart disease. You'll find Quick Guides to living a healthy life, and other valuable resources.
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National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization
The NHPCO is an association of programs that provide hospice and palliative care. It offers information about how to find a hospice, discussion groups, information about the financial aspects of hospice, and publications. Some Spanish-language publications are available and staff are available to answer calls in Spanish.
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Opposing Views
Opposing Views helps you uncover all sides of the issues you care about most. Experts go head-to-head on real-life concerns, debating news and events, addressing the questions that keep you up at night. We introduce the questions, the experts present their cases (and disagree with each other), and you leave ready to make well-informed decisions and take action.
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Realage.com Menopause Information
Could you be experiencing symptoms of menopause? Effectively manage pre menopause, menopause, and post menopause symptoms with proven menopause treatment strategies. Take our free menopause health assessment.
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Reuters Health News
Daily health news stories. Paid subscribers may also search archives.
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Scripps Health Risk Assessment & Health Assessment
Scripps health center offers executive health risk assessments and other health assessment services.
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The Diet Channel
The Diet Channel is a dynamic Internet community that provides information and support for dieters and health conscious individuals. The Diet Channel publishes original articles, opinions and commentary from a variety of nutrition and fitness professionals to help you make sense of conflicting information. Explore The Diet Channel's extensive library of diet and nutrition articles, including information on Diet and Cancer.
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WebMD
Large general healthcare site for both physicians and patients.
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UWMC Health Sciences Library
The University of Washington Medical Center's health science library home page contains general information on cancer, links to online publications, and more.
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UrologyHealth.org
The AUA Foundation is the nation's leading urologic health charity that promotes research, education and advocacy. Our mission is to improve prevention, detection, treatment and ultimately, cure urologic diseases.
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CancerNet -- Renal Cell Carcinoma
CancerNet's Kidney Cancer section about renal cell cancer provides an in-depth description of this cancer. Topics include: Symptoms, Diagnosis and Staging, Treatment, Getting a Second Opinion, Preparing for Treatment, Methods of Treatment, Clinical Trials, Side Effects of Treatment, Surgery, Radiation Therapy, Chemotherapy, Biological Therapy, Nutrition for Cancer Patients, Rehabilitation, Recovery and Outlook, Followup Care, Support for People With Cancer, Possible Causes and Prevention, and a Glossary.
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National Kidney Cancer Association
The Kidney Cancer Association is a membership organization made up of patients, family members, physicians, researchers, and other health professionals.
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Lung Cancer Alliance
Lung Cancer Alliance is the only national non-profit organization dedicated solely to providing patient support and advocacy for people living with or at risk for the disease. Our mission is clear: leading the movement to reverse decades of stigma and neglect by empowering patients, elevating awareness and changing health policy.
In addition to state and federal advocacy efforts, Lung Cancer Alliance is the only lung cancer organization that provides an entire portfolio of patient
support options, through our toll-free information line, online support
community, clinical trials matching service, and peer-to-peer matching
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To reach the Lung Cancer Information Line, call 800-298-2436. It is a toll free information and referral service providing current and reliable information on lung cancer, symptoms, early detection, recent diagnoses, treatment options, clinical trials, second opinion information, smoking cessation, psychosocial support, financial assistance and transportation issues. The information line operates weekdays from 9am to 5pm ET.
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US News & World Report Guide to Lung Cancer
In conjunction with Johns Hopkins University, US News & World Report has an online guide to Lung Cancer that includes causes, risk factor information and need-to-know anatomy.
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Melanoma.com
Pharmaceutical company Schering sponsors this site providing information primarily on interferon therapy.
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skincancerinfo.com
This Web site, developed by a board-certified physician with a background in dermatology and dermatologic surgery, details the different types of skin cancer and discusses treatments for skin cancer, including how cancerous areas are currently removed.
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The American Society for Dermatologic Surgery
The American Society for Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS) helps you find a surgeon near you and provides tips for maintaining healthy skin.
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The Melanoma Education Fund
The Melanoma Education Fund is a non-profit organization that provides education about this disease. It emphasizes the importance of monthly self-examination of the skin to detect melanomas early while they are thin and curable. The Fund is especially interested in reaching adolescents and young adults (and their parents) who are often unaware of melanoma and their own vulnerability to it.
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The Melanoma Patients' Information Page
The Melanoma Patients' Information Page (MPIP) is a noncommercial site founded to provide support and information to melanoma patients and those who care for them. The site offers community services including bulletin boards, chat, and "Patient's Perspective" stories as well as information about clinical trials and a research library.
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The Melanoma Research Foundation
The Melanoma Research Foundation (MRF) was founded by melanoma patients and survivors to fund melanoma research because there is no cure for melanoma. The Foundation is dedicated to finding a cure. The MRF seeks donations and other sources of contributions to in turn fund research grants to the top melanoma researchers. The MRF reports on the events that it organizes throughout the country.
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The Skin Cancer Foundation
The Skin Cancer Foundation is dedicated exclusively to controlling and preventing cancer of the skin as well as to encouraging early detection and protection of the skin. The Web site includes a section on "What you need to know about skin cancer," which demonstrates with graphics how to spot a melanoma and contains photographs of melanomas.
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International Myeloma Foundation
Dedicated to improving the quality of life of myeloma patients while working toward prevention and a cure. The web site offers information about the disease and its treatment, support groups, the latest research and more.
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Myeloma - The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society
The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society's new web site for people affected by Myeloma. The Society strives to provide one of the Internet's most up-to-date and comprehensive sources of information on myeloma and offers extensive patient and family support services for patients and family members affected by this disease. The Society's web site is certified as meeting both HonCode and TRUSTe seal of approval standards.
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Over 140 Things You Need to Know about BMT
Mark Patton, The World's Most Transplanted Person, has written a very informative and helpful book for people facing an autologous bone marrow or stem cell transplant. The "140 Things" include a demystifying description of the procedures, what to expect, how to prepare, what caregivers and loved ones can do to help and much more. The book can be ordered at his Web site and comes highly recommended by cancerfacts.com's clinical specialists.
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www.multiplemyeloma.org
The MMRF website provides cutting-edge information on new research and clinical trials for myeloma patients, as well as current treatment information, events for the myeloma community and news from the Foundation.
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National Ovarian Cancer Association
The National Ovarian Cancer Association (NOCA) was established in 1996 to address the neglect surrounding ovarian cancer. NOCA is dedicated to overcoming ovarian cancer, providing leadership by supporting women and their families living with the disease, raising awareness in the general public and with healthcare professionals, funding research to develop reliable early detection techniques, improved treatments, and ultimately, a cure. The NOCA Web site has a Survivors Action Group and a description of its recent Ovarian Cancer Forum and other programs.
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SHARE
SHARE (Self-Help for Women with Breast or Ovarian Cancer) is a self-help organization that serves women, men, and children who have been affected by breast or ovarian cancer, providing opportunities for them to be more in control of their lives during and after a diagnosis. SHARE's model of survivorship promotes public awareness and early detection of these diseases. SHARE's services include information hotlines in English and Spanish, peer-led support groups, public education, advocacy and wellness programs.
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The Ovarian Cancer National Alliance
The Ovarian Cancer National Alliance: Ovar’coming Together is a consumer-led organization established by ovarian cancer survivors from around the country. The founding board of directors brings together women with significant combined experience -- in organizational development, advocacy, and public education, government relations, and marketing. The Alliance's Web site contains facts about ovarian cancer, clinical trials information, research, and a section on the Ovarian Cancer Quilt Project.
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Cancer Research Institute -- Prostate Cancer
The Cancer Research Institute has a guide on its site called "What To Do If Prostate Cancer Strikes: A Helpbook for Patients.
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Malecare
For five years, malecare has been providing men's cancer support programs free and open to the public, worldwide. The malecare.com web site has over two hundred pages of patient and doctor written articles, updated weekly. Most pages are available in English, Spanish, French, Italian and Hebrew.
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North Texas Prostate Cancer Coalition
The North Texas Prostate Cancer Coalition is a new group that is moving
towards formal 501(c)3 status. For now, several hospitals and support
groups across the Dallas-Fort Worth area are working together and our
website includes postings of all our ongoing support groups and
educational opportunities.
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PRIME
We are PRIME (Prostate Research International, Mission in Education), a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization which provides men and their families with information needed to make informed decisions regarding their treatment. PRIME offers SECOND OPINIONS and tests for cancer markers used to guide patients and physicians towards individualized treatment options as well as educational information. SECOND OPINIONS are examined by Jonathan Oppenheimer, M.D., an expert urologic pathologist who specializes in diseases of the prostate.
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Prostate Cancer Home Page
The Prostate Cancer Home Page contains information about prostate cancer, diagnosis and staging, treatment options, common questions, and more.
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Prostate Cancer Research Institute
Prostate Cancer Research Institute (PCRI) is dedicated to educating the public about prostate cancer, pursuing research into the prevention and treatment of prostate cancer, and improving the present level of care for men with this disease.
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Prostate Health
Prostate Health is an official Web site of the Prostate Health Council of American Foundation for Urologic Disease. Besides detection and treatment information, it provides information on alternative treatments for prostate cancer.
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Prostate Pointers
A spectrum of information about prostate cancer, general problems of the prostate and e-mail discussion groups – collectively called “Prostate Pointers” -- you can communicate by e-mail with members of the prostate community, including others with prostate cancer, family members, and medical specialists.
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Prostate Videos.com
Learn about prostate cancer from informative videos. Prostate Videos.com has been developed by Dr. Gerald Chodak who has been a urologist and prostate disease specialist for almost 30 years. He has extensive experience in teaching and educating patients and physicians about prostate cancer and benign prostate disease. He has lectured in 14 countries and has published over 150 original articles on these topics. He was instrumental in helping form US TOO, an international support group for men with prostate cancer and their significant others.
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US News & World Report Guide to Prostate Cancer
In conjunction with Johns Hopkins University, US News & World Report has an online guide to Prostate Cancer that includes causes, risk factor information, and need-to-know anatomy.
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US TOO International
The main home page for the US TOO network of prostate cancer support groups features general information on prostate cancer, contact information for local US TOO chapters as well as information on clinical trials and advocacy.
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Virgil's Prostate Online
Created by a prostate cancer survivor, this site provides information from various institutional and individual sources.
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UrologyHealth.org
The AUA Foundation is the nation's leading urologic health charity that promotes research, education and advocacy. Our mission is to improve prevention, detection, treatment and ultimately, cure urologic diseases.
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CancerNet -- Bladder Cancer
CancerNet's Bladder Cancer section about bladder cancer provides an in-depth description of this cancer. Topics include: Symptoms, Diagnosis and Staging, Treatment, Getting a Second Opinion, Preparing for Treatment, Methods of Treatment, Clinical Trials, Side Effects of Treatment, Surgery, Radiation Therapy, Chemotherapy, Biological Therapy, Nutrition for Cancer Patients, Rehabilitation, Recovery and Outlook, Followup Care, Support for People With Cancer, Possible Causes and Prevention, and a Glossary.
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UroMed Corp.
UroMed provides interventional urological products, with primary emphasis on the treatment of prostate cancer. The company's site includes information about its two main products for the treatment of prostate cancer: the CaverMap Surgical Aid, which helps to preserve vital nerves during prostate cancer surgery, and the Symmetra™ I-125 radioactive seeds, used in brachytherapy procedures to treat localized prostate cancer. UroMed also markets brachytherapy implant needles.
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EyesonthePrize.org
EyesOnThePrize.org is a Web community that was created to provide women with gynelogical cancer with information, shared experience, resources, support, and company.
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Gillette Women's Cancer Connection
The Gillette Women's Cancer Connection's Web site gives women with breast or gynecological cancers, their families, and friends information including local support group listings, an intereactive online support community, articles, advice, and tips.
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Gynecologic Cancer Foundation
The Gynecologic Cancer Foundation (GCF) was established by the Society of Gynecologic Oncologists (SGO) as a not-for-profit charitable organization to raise funds to support philanthropic programs to benefit women having or at risk for developing a gynecologic cancer, including ovarian and cervical cancer.
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healthywomen.org
Presented by the National Women's Health Resource Center (NWHRC), healthywomen.org is a resource for women's health information on the Web. This site includes content, frequently asked questions and consumer tips on fitness, nutrition, and disease prevention, as well as healthcare issues ranging from teen health to pregnancy to post-menopausal concerns.
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Women's Cancer Network
A part of the Gynecologic Cancer Foundation, the Women's Cancer Network features a search tool for finding a local doctor, a bookstore, survivor stories, and more.
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Body, Mind, & Soulhealer
This alternative medicine Web site includes nutritional counseling, health assessment, and other integrative approaches to healing.
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Dry Dreams Sleepwear
Women's nightgowns and pajamas made of special fabric designed to "wick" perspiration away from the sleeper to ease the discomfort of hot flashes and night sweats.
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Hip Hat
Hats with Hair! Great wig alternative for children and adults who are experiencing hair loss.
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Permanent Cosmetics by Theresa
It is the primary purpose of Permanent Cosmetics by Theresa to enhance the quality of life for all clients, whether you have lost your facial hair due to chemotherapy treatments, alopecia, or you're looking to recreate your Areola(s) due to a mastectomy. A permanent solution will remain in the forefront of the industry standards, so that we can always provide our clients with the most superior state-of-the-art technology and the most effective permanent cosmetic techniques.
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Shop Well With You
A non-profit organization with a unique mission to provide support for women surviving cancer by providing education about clothing and how improved body image can impact wellness.
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Stylish Noggins
Stylish Noggins provides unique hats, caps, scarves, and bracelets. Complete head coverage made of lightweight, soft stretch velveteen, or cotton. Two bald women understand what it takes to make great products. Our designs allow flexibility to mix and match to your needs. A fun children's and teen's line with or without whimsical patches is available too. Something for everyone!
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Soul and Spirit
This end of life resources is brought to you by Samuel Oliver. The website has free articles and poetry, as well as links to books for purchase. Samuel Oilver has served as a Spiritual Counselor at The Center for Hospice and Palliative Care, Inc. in South Bend, IN for over 12 years. During that time, Sam was the Chair of the Hospice Ethics Committee.
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