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It is important to Parrish Medical Center that you find resources that are reliable and informative.The list below are links to cancer resources that we endorse.

National Cancer Institute

H.Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute

American Cancer Society
General Cancer Resources
AIDS Associated Cancer Resources/a>
Bone Marrow Transplant Resources
Brain Tumor Resources
Breast Cancer Resources
Colorectal Cancer Resources
Gynecological Cancer Resources
Head and Neck Cancer Resources
Kidney Cancer Resources
Leukemia Cancer Resources
Liver Cancer Resources
Lung Cancer Resources
Lymphoma Resources
Melanoma Resources
Multiple Myeloma Resources
Pancreatic Cancer Resources
Pediatric Cancer Resources
People Living With Cancer Live Chat
Prostate Cancer Resources
Stomach Cancer Resources
Thyroid Cancer Resources




American Cancer Society

American Cancer Society
News, resources, and comprehensive cancer information from the nation- wide community-based voluntary health organization.




General Cancer Resources

Cancer Care
Information on cancer and treatments for the general public, educational programs for medical professionals, media resources, and a broad range of features for people with cancer and their caregivers




AIDS Associated Cancer Resources

AIDS-Associated Malignancies Clinical Trials Consortium
The site provides information regarding the cooperative group, the clinical investigators and their sites.

National AIDS Treatment Information Project
Established with funds from the Kaiser Family Foundation, this on-line information project has developed resources in more than 60 AIDS-related topics. Indexed by clinical manifestations, opportunistic diseases, therapeutics, and miscellaneous, many of these topics are available in both English and Spanish




Bone Marrow Transplant Resources

American Society for Blood and Marrow Transplantation
This organization seeks to encourage research and set clinical standards for bone marrow transplantation.

National Marrow Donor Program
The National Marrow Donor Program maintains a computerized registry of volunteer marrow donors. The site provides information about how to become a donor -- including stories from both donors and recipients -- and links to other sites around the world.




Brain Tumor Resources

American Brain Tumor Association
Information about brain tumors, explanation of treatments, support resources, and research updates from a research and educational foundation devoted to these cancers.

The Brain Tumor Society
Resources about brain tumors for patients, survivors, family, friends, and professionals from a national organization dedicated to research, education, and support.

National Brain Tumor Foundation
Patient information, on-line newsletter, and member resources from a nonprofit organization providing support, education, and funds for research in brain tumors.

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Breast Cancer Resources

BreastCancerinfo.com
A service of the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, with information about breast cancer and events to help raise funds for research. Includes personal stories of breast cancer survivors.

National Association of Breast Cancer Organizations
News flashes, an on-line calendar of breast cancer events, e-mail reminders, and resources from a national organization for medical professionals, patients and their families, and advocates.

Y-ME National Breast Cancer Organization
Breast cancer information, advocacy, and support from a national organization for women with breast cancer, their families, health care professionals, and the public.

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Colorectal Cancer Resources

American College of Gastroenterology
This professional organization of gastroenterologists provides fact sheets, health and prevention tips, legislative information, research, information, and more.

American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons
Maintained by the professional society of board- certified colorectal surgeons, this resource also provides information on diseases, diagnostic tests, and standard treatments. Includes an on-line "Locate a Colorectal Surgeon" tool.

The United Ostomy Association, Inc.
News, ostomy information, on- line discussion groups, and other resources from 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.

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Gynecological Cancer Resources

American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
For women and women's health care professionals; includes health education materials and a physician directory.

American Medical Women's Association
Information about a variety of different medical issues of interest to women, maintained by a national organization of women physicians and medical students.

The Gilda Radner Familial Ovarian Cancer Registry
Operated by the Roswell Park Cancer Institute; includes an on-line newsletter for women with familial ovarian cancer and their families.

Gynecologic Cancer Foundation
A not-for-profit organization established by the Society of Gynecologic Oncologists to support philanthropic and educational programs to benefit women with or at risk for gynecologic cancer. Operates the Women's Cancer Network, an on-line service for women who have developed cancer and their families.

JAMA Women's Health
Peer-reviewed resources on cervical cancer from the Women's Health Information Center of the Journal of the American Medical Association.

National Cervical Cancer Coalition
Information about the Pap test and other issues of cervical cancer detection and treatment.

National Ovarian Cancer Coalition
A coalition of ovarian cancer survivors founded to raise awareness about ovarian cancer and to promote education about the disease.

National Women's Health Information Center
Resources on cervical cancer in English and Spanish.

Ovarian Cancer National Alliance
Resources on ovarian cancer, with a focus on issues of public education, public policy, research priorities, coordination, and communication.


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Head and Neck Cancer Resources

Oral Cancer Information Center
This center provides information on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of oral cancer, as well as rehabilitation information and support for patients and their families.

Support for People with Oral and Head and Neck Cancers
This organization provides extensive support and information for people who have been treated for head and neck cancer.

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Kidney Cancer Resources

American Cancer Society Kidney Cancer Resource Center
Continually updated information about kidney cancer, its risk factors, and advances in detection and treatment.

National Kidney Cancer Association
Information services, drug trial information, patient meeting calendar, and news about research and advocacy efforts from a membership organization of patients, family members, physicians, researchers, and other health professionals.

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Leukemia Cancer Resources

The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society
Patient services, disease information, and resources for medical professionals from an organization founded in 1949 to work toward cures for leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin's disease and myeloma, and to improve the quality of life of patients and their families.

Leukemia Research Foundation
Contact information, application material for research grants, links to resources, and patient support information from a volunteer-based organization dedicated to raising funds for medical research and financial aid for leukemia patients.

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Liver Cancer Resources

American Liver Foundation
Information about prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and research for diseases of the liver.

CDC: Viral Hepatitis
Information on the different types of hepatitis and their link to liver cancer.

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Lung Cancer Resources

Alliance for Lung Cancer Advocacy, Support, and Education
News, information, and access to support groups from a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping people with lung cancer and their families

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Lymphoma Resources

National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute
Information for the general public and health care professionals about blood diseases as well as heart and vascular diseases, lung diseases, and sleep disorders. Includes fact sheets, clinical guidelines, medical alerts, and scientific resources and training information for biomedical investigators and students.

American Cancer Society Hodgkin's Disease Resource Center
Information about the nature of Hodgkin's disease, its causes and risk factors, strategies for prevention, new diagnostic techniques, and treatment options.

Daves Happy Little Hodgkins Website
A positive and humorous look at the trials and triumphs of Dave's bout with Hodgkins.

American Cancer Society Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma Resource Center
Information about the nature of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, its causes and risk factors, strategies for prevention, new diagnostic techniques, and treatment options.

The Cancer and Leukemia Group B
Information about clinical trials, rights of cancer patients, and developments in cancer research from a national research cooperative focusing on leukemia, lymphoma, and other cancers. Includes links to institutional member cancer center Web sites and Web sites of other cooperative groups.

Cure for Lymphoma Foundation
News on patient programs and services, support and networking groups, research grants, and other resources from a nationwide not-for- profit organization dedicated to funding research and providing support and education.

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
Patient services, disease information, and resources for medical professionals from an organization founded in 1949 to work toward cures for leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin's disease and myeloma, and to improve the quality of life of patients and their families.

The Lymphoma Information Network
Lymphoma information resources maintained by a survivor of Hodgkin's disease.

Lymphoma Research Foundation of America
A non-profit organization founded to promote and support research resulting in more effective treatments for lymphoma, LRFA maintains online resources for the public and professionals including patient education and support programs, current clinical trials, research grants, and message boards.

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Melanoma Resources

The American Academy of Dermatology
Maintained by the national professional association of dermatologists, this Web site also provides consumer information on skin cancer, physician referrals, and news on research. Includes Kids' Connection, with information on skin protection and skin care for children and teens.

American Cancer Society Melanoma Skin Cancer Resource Center
Continually updated information about melanoma, its risk factors, and advances in detection and treatment.

American Cancer Society Skin Cancer Awareness
Plain-language information about skin cancer and its prevention. This area of the ACS Web site includes a guide to ultraviolet light exposure and how to avoid it, and sun basics for children.

Melanoma Patients' Information Page
A non-commercial site maintained by lay volunteers to provide support and information for persons with melanoma and those who care for them. Includes many links to resources on melanoma, including articles from government agencies, descriptions of clinical trials and research, and an online "glossifier" to decipher medical articles from any Web site.

The Melanoma Research Foundation
Founded by melanoma patients and survivors, The Melanoma Research Foundation funds melanoma research and provides news, on-line publications, and information about support including list- servs and usenet newsgroups for persons interested in or affected by melanoma.

Melanoma Research Project MelanomaWeb
Online information, chats, a self-examination module, and other resources in German and English.

Skin Cancer Foundation
A non-profit organization providing public and professional education to prevent skin cancer and improve skin cancer care, with online information about melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancers and their treatments.

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Multiple Myeloma Resources

The Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation
Provides grants to myeloma researchers, organizes conferences where researchers share the results of their work, and provides information about the disease and current and investigational treatments for patients and family members.

International Myeloma Foundation
On-line support group, publications, and multimedia webcasts of educational programs about myeloma and other resources from a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for myeloma patients.

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
Patient services, disease information, and resources for medical professionals from an organization founded in 1949 to work toward cures for leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin's disease and myeloma, and to improve the quality of life of patients and their families.

American Cancer Society Multiple Myeloma Resource Center
Information about the nature of multiple myeloma, its causes and risk factors, new diagnostic techniques, and treatment options

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Pancreatic Cancer Resources

American Cancer Society Pancreas Cancer Resource Center
Information about the nature of pancreatic cancer, its causes and risk factors, strategies for prevention, new diagnostic techniques, and treatment options.

The Lustgarten Foundation for Pancreatic Cancer Research
News and other resources regarding pancreatic cancer research and philanthropy.

The National Pancreas Foundation
General news and information about research in pancreatic disorders, including pancreatic cancer.

Pancreatic Cancer Action Network
Resources on pancreatic cancer, with a focus on issues of research and education, public policy, and advocacy.

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Pediatric Cancer Resources

American Academy of Pediatrics
Information and resources about health care of infants, children, adolescents, and young adults for clinicians and families.

Amercian Cancer Society Cancer in Children Resource Center
Disease and treatment information are presented, as well as psychological and social support issues for family members and the patient. Much of the information is provided in both English and Spanish.

National Cancer Institute KidsHome
Art, stories, and poetry for children with cancer or other serious illness and their families. Information about dealing with disease is also available for parents.

National Cancer Institute Pediatric Oncology Branch
An overview of the types of treatments available for children with cancer, and of research conducted by investigators at the Pediatric Oncology Branch of the National Cancer Institute.

National Wilms' Tumor Study Group
The National Wilms Tumor Study Group is a Federally funded, multi- institutional study of the treatment of patients with Wilms' Tumor. This Web site contains disease and treatment information for medical professionals, as well as for patients and families.

Outlook: Life Beyond Childhood Cancer
The focus of Outlook is to address the needs of survivors of childhood cancer and their families.

Special Love, Inc.
A resource for camps and other programs for children with serious illness.

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People Living With Cancer Live Chat

People Living with Cancer Live Chat Schedule

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Prostate Cancer Resources

Prostate Pointers
A compendium of support groups, abstracts, published articles, book reviews, and background information related to the diagnosis and treatment of all stages of prostate cancer.

Prostate Cancer Foundation
A nonprofit organization dedicated to finding a cure for prostate cancer.

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Stomach Cancer Resources

American Cancer Society Stomach Cancer Resource Center
This site features extensive information about stomach cancer, including its detection, treatment, and prevention.

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Thyroid Cancer Resources

American Cancer Society Thyroid Cancer Resource Center
Information about the nature of thyroid cancer, its causes and risk factors, strategies for prevention, new diagnostic techniques, and treatment options.

Thyroid Cancer Survivors' Association
Information and support from an association of thyroid cancer survivors. Includes news on conferences and research.
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