Cancer Links
These links are provided as a community service and do not indicate endorsement for the information contained within them. Contact Genesis Regional Cancer Program if you would like to suggest a site.
QuackWatch contains valuable information about Web site reliability.
Internet 101 is a very instructive and informative site for the beginner or someone who only minimally uses the Internet.
CaringBridge.org is a wonderful site that offers families a way to connect with others, even during hospitalizations.
General Cancer Information Sites
Cancersymptoms.org
Brought to you by the Oncology Nursing Society, this website is designed for patients and caregivers to provide information on learning about and managing each of six common cancer treatment symptoms: fatigue, anorexia, pain, depression, neutropenia and cognitive dysfunction.
Cancer.com
Maintained by pharmaceutical company Ortho Biotech, this site is full of helpful information including survivor stories, prevention and detection information, treatments for cancer, side effect managment and a physician locator feature.
Chemocare.com
This is a very informative site with content information created by Cleveland Clinic. It has a full listing of cancer chemotherapy drugs, very thorough information about side effect managment, a patient's guide to chemotherapy, survivor experiences, a question and answer feature and more! A MUST see site for information about chemotherapy!
Association of Cancer Online Resources, Inc.
ACOR is an unique collection of online communities designed to provide timely and accurate information in a supportive environment. ACOR offers access to mailing lists that provide support, information, and community to everyone affected by cancer and related disorders. An excellent resource and support for any kind of tumor, particularly those which are rare in numbers.
Online Information and Support for Cancer Survivors
Created by web mistress and information specialist, Marylaine Block, this site is a goldmine of information that includes links to primary sources for cancer information, how to assure that the information you find is valid, cancer support groups, finding journal articles, FAQ's for cancer patients and families and a whole lot more.
American Cancer Society
Provides inforamtion on ACS programs and events and local ACS chapters as well as comprehensive information about diagnosis and treatment. Look for information about the Cancer Survivors Network which provides individual cancer patients/survivors the opportunity to share with each other as well as chats and discussion groups.
Cancer Information Network
A comprehensive searchable site from the publishers of Oncology Magazine. Includes diagnosis specific information as well as book reviews, awards, etc.
Cancer Fatigue
Our web site provides multiple options to get the information you need about cancer fatigue.
Cancer Hope Network
Provides free, confidential, one-on-one support to people with cancer and their families, matching patients with trained volunteers who have themselves undergone a similar experience.
Cancer Care Inc.
A very informative and interactive site from New York offering cancer information and support services in a variety of venues.
The ACP Home Care Guide for Advanced Cancer
From the American College of Surgeons a tremendous resource for anyone caring for soemone with advanced cancer. A "must see!"
Cancer Neighborhood
Cancer Neighbor provides patients, nurses, physicians and other healthcare workers with a community-based cancer support resource. Cancer message boards, cancer chat rooms and information on nutrition, new drugs, cancer support groups and known cancer risk factors are provided.
Cancer Information Service/CancerNet
A national information and education network as a free public service of the NCI. This website offers the latest, most accurate cancer information for patients, their families, the general public, and health professionals.
Cancer Links USA
Site founded to provide the latest high-quality support and information from reputable sources to cancer patients and their caregivers. Includes links to various forums and newsgroups, information about specific cancers and more.
411Cancer
This site provides patients and their families with the most current cancer treatment information in specific cancer diagnoses. Also included is "Ask A Nurse", clinical trials search and the ability to ask about a cancer treatment center in a specific geographic location that specializes in a specific cancer diagnosis or treatment. Endorsed by the Oncology Nursing Society.
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Cancer Centers/Hospitals Sites
University of TX MD Anderson Cancer Center
User friendly site containing a large amount of general cancer information, information about MD Anderson programs and treatment research.
University of PA Cancer Center - OncoLink
The WWW's premier cancer information site and a project of the University of Pennsylvania. It is an excellent source of the latest and most newsworthy cancer developments with extensive articles and references. Literally a "one stop shop" for cancer related research.
We Heal New York - Cancer Care
New York's Beth Israel Medical Center. Contains a variety of cancer information including some excellent breast cancer pages.
Mayo Clinic
Web page of the Mayo Clinic.
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Cancer Research Sites
Cancer Trials
The National Cancer Institute's site for clinical trials: understanding, deciding, finding, advances and resources.
National Cancer Institute
Extensive information about the NCI and its programs for conducting and supporting research on cancer.
H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute
H. Lee Moffit Cancer Center's site.
American Association for Cancer Research
This site contains the proceedings from the annual AACR's meeting. Accessible to the public, though it does require you to register.
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Children's Cancer Information Sites
Cancer Books for Children
This site provides patients and their families with the most current cancer treatment information in specific cancer diagnoses. Also included is "Ask A Nurse", clinical trials search and the ability to ask about a cancer treatment center in a specific geographic location that specializes in a specific cancer diagnosis or treatment. Endorsed by the Oncology Nursing Society.
Outlook™ Live Beyond Childhood Cancer
A website devoted to the issues of survivors of childhood cancer and their families.
The Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation
A national organization of a network of parent support groups in all US States and on every continent with a mission to educate, support, serve and advocate for the families of children of cancer.
National Childhood Cancer Foundation
Searchable for Children's Cancer Group (CCG) clinical trial protocols and locate CCG institutions; information about childhood cancer.
The Compassionate Friends
Web site contains grief information and resources and location of local chapters of this international organization for parents grieving the loss of a child.
Starbright Foundation
The STARBRIGHT Foundation is dedicated to the development of projects that empower seriously ill children to combat the medical and emotional challenges they face on a daily basis. STARBRIGHT projects do more than educate or entertain: they address the core issues that accompany illness the pain, fear, loneliness, and depression that can be as damaging as the sickness itself.
Squirrel Tales
Provides practical tips, encouragement and information to parents of kids with cancer.
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Complementary/Alternative/Herbal Information Sites
Duke Comprehensive Cancer Center
Features a very complete source of information about CAM (Complementary and Altervative Medicine) with fully printable information sheets online and much more!
American Botanical Council
Focuses on information and education about a variety of herbs and their uses in health. Contains online information as well as many sources that may be purchased directly from this site via a secure ordering system.
The National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine
Dedicated to exploring complementary and alternative healing practices in the context of rigorous science; training CAM researchers; and disseminating authoritative information.
Alternative Medicine Foundation
A multifacted site, free services include downloadable Resource Guides on various modalities as well as a good list of books that are available for purchase through any bookstore.
The Alternative Medicine Homepage
From the University of Pittsburgh. Very good listing of Internet resources, newsgroups and mailing lists, databases, government resources etc.
Richard and Hinda Rosenthal Center
Columbia University's College of Physicians and Surgeons established The Richard and Hinda Rosenthal Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine, dedicated to providing comprehensive information on less well known and understood health care practices.
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Breast Cancer Sites
Young Survival Coalition
A new organization of young breast cancer survivors dedicated to sharing information with young women and professionals about the issues of breast cancer in the under 40 age group. Many interesting features to the site, including a listing of research that has been done on breast cancer in young women.
Susan G. Komen Foundation
Contains comprehensive breast health and breast cancer facts and information.
National Alliance of Breast Cancer Organizations
Mothers Supporting Daughters With Breast Cancer
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.
National Lymphedema Network
Information about lymphedema including support groups, resources, guidelines and a newsletter.
Y-Me National Breast Cancer Organization
Education and support to breast cancer patients, families and friends. Information is available in both English and Spanish.
Staying Abreast
Includes a comprehensive exercise program for women after breast surgery designed by exercise physiologists and breast surgeons. As an added plus, there is also an extensive listing of links to other breast care and breast cancer sites.
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Laryngeal Cancer Sites
Web Whispers
Larynx cancer survivor site that includes a mail list service for laryngectomees, caregivers and medical professionals. Also contains a large number of links that are valuable and informative to anyone researching laryngeal cancer.
LarynxLink
The official website of the International Associate of Laryngectomees.
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Liver Cancer Sites
The Liver Center - Allegheny University Hospitals
An excellent site for information on the liver, its function, what happens with cancer develops in the liver and treatment. Includes a number of diagrams.
American Liver Foundation
Site for the only national, voluntary non-profit health agency dedicated to preventing and treating liver diseases. Includes patient stories, newsletter, liver links, research and advocacy information.
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Lung Cancer Sites
Alliance for Lung Cancer Advocacy, Support, and Education
ALCASE (Alliance for Lung Cancer Advocacy, Support, and Education) is a nonprofit organization dedicated solely to helping people with lung cancer improve their quality of life.
Lung Cancer Online
A gateway to other sites about lung cancer for both patients and professionals. Links are easily accessed from the main page with introductory information about the link and topic.
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Leiomyosarcoma Sites
Leiomyosarcoma
A thorough and easily navigated site; there is information about this rare tumor and its treatment. For newly diagnosed patients, there are sections called "first steps" and "second steps" that help with how to make good decisions and work with health care providers. A "must see" for anyone seeking information about these rare tumors.
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Fertility Issues Sites
Fertile Hope
A goldmine of information for women and men who have questions regarding fertility issues associated with cancer therapy.
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Lymphoma/Leukemia/Myeloma Sites
International Myeloma Foundation
Full of information about myeloma diagnoses and treatments.
Lymphoma Information Network
Comprehensive site with information about Hodgkin's and Non-Hodgkin's lymphomas in adults and children. Information available in German, French, Italian and Spanish in addition to English!
The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society
On the World Wide Web since 1996, this site offers a great deal of information regarding leukemia and lymphoma: patient services, support, local chapter locations, disease and treatment information and the latest in news and research.
Granny Barb and Art's Leukemia Links
Probably the most extensive listing of resources and links for anyone seeking information about chronic or acute leukemia, including bone marrow or stem cell transplants. Initiated by leukemia survivor, Barbara Lackritz.
Aplastic Anemia and Myelodysplastic Syndrome International Foundation
News, educational materials and information, networking with other aplastic anemia or MDS survivors, this site contains a great deal of information.
Blood & Marrow Transplant Information Network
Written in lay language this site provides complete information, publications and support services to bone marrow, peripheral blood stem cell and cord blood transplant patients. All literature is reviewed for accuracy by a team of medical experts from transplant centers throughout the US and Canada.
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Gastrointestinal Cancer Sites
Colon Cancer Alliance
Support, education and advocacy. Contains survivor stories, clinical trials information and an online chat.
Colon Connections
Contains a large number of links to information pages and other sites about colon cancer.
ThroatCancer.com
Numerous links for information about diagnosis, prevention, drugs, laryngectomy.
Pancreas Cancer Home Page
From Johns Hopkins Medical Institution, a very comprehensive and helpful site for pancreatic cancer information.
University of Kansas Medical Center: Esophageal Cancer Links
Lists links to other sites for general information, therapy and support for esophageal cancer.
Cathy's EC Cafe
A clearing house of information founded in 1995 by the daughter of an esophageal cancer survivor. The site offers a mailing list support group, an extensive links list for esophageal cancer information and survivor stories.
Pancreatica
The purpose of this site is to serve as a focal and gathering point on the Internet for the latest news and information in regard to clinical trials and other medical care in the treatment of pancreatic cancer.
Pancreatic Cancer Action Network
Website for a national patient advocacy organization for the pancreatic cancer community.
The Sol Goleman Pancreatic Cancer Research Center
From Johns Hopkins, this site is packed with information about pancreatic cancer. Highly recommended reading for anyone either beginning their search for information, of for those looking for more.
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Gynecological Cancer Sites
National Cervical Cancer Coalition
Geared for patients primarily. Contains comprehensive information about PAP test, treatment options for cervical cancer and support services.
National Ovarian Cancer Coalition
A very large collection of ovarian cancer information. Has a database with names of more than 600 gynecologic oncologists.
Eyes On The Prize
Provides information and emotional support by and for women with gynecologic cancers. Personal stories, suggestions, annotated links and a caring, moderated environment in which women with reproductive cancers are free to express their experience.
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Prostate Cancer Sites
Man to Man Prostate Cancer Education and Support Program
Contains patient educational information as well as information on over 155 group education and support programs and telephone support.
American Prostate Society
Provides patient and professional information for all diseases of the prostate.
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Brain Tumor Sites
American Brain Tumor Association
Headquartered in Chicago, this is the first national brain tumor organization devoted to advocacy, support and research for brain tumors.
National Brain Tumor Foundation
Contains treatment, survivor, support and education information. A recent new addition includes a live CHAT room and message boards making communication between brain tumor survivors easier than ever!
Musella Foundation for Brain Tumor Research and Information
Easily searchable site for clinical trials, support, videos and treatment. A must for all brain tumor survivors!
Lighthouse SOS
A system of support for families of pediatric brain and spinal cord tumors. Based in Iowa, this network privides emotional comfort, information and opportunities to all Midwest families in need.
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General Health Sites
MedlinePlus
Medline Plus provides access to extensive information about specific diseases and conditions and also has links to consumer health information from the National Institutes of Health, dictionaries, lists of hospitals and physicians, health information in Spanish and other languages, and clinical trials.
NOAH - New York Online Access to Health
Information about cancer and links. Comprehensive and easy to navigate with a large amount of information in Spanish.
PubMed (National Library of Medicine)
PubMed is the National Library of Medicine's search service that provides access to over 11 million citations in MEDLINE, PreMEDLINE, and other related databases, with links to participating online journals
Healthgate Data Corporation
A general health information site which includes a wellness center, medical dictionary, Medline search and health information on a number of diseases.
Virtual Hospital
The University of Iowa's award winning health information site.
Health A to Z
A general health site the includes news, librarian assistance with researching health issues and a reading room.
RxList - The Internet Drug Index
Searchable index for pharmaceutical information.
Hardin Meta Directory of Internet Health Sources
A superbly indexed site of health information available on the internet from the University of Iowa.
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Smoking Cessation Information Sites
Quit Net
Anyone who smokes should see this site. Join the QuitNet community and receive news, a free library and help with quitting smoking right online.
Tobacco Free QC
The Quad Cities own tobacco prevention and cessation site. Includes information about smoke free restaurants in our area, student activities for teachers, information about Drug Free Youth In Touch (DFYIT), classroom and school based curriculum programs and fun activities for youth and more!
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Hospice/Palliative Care/End of Life
National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization
Information and links related to hospice care, philosophy and care of the terminally ill.
Growth House, Inc
The Internet's leading online community for end of life care
On Our Own Terms: Moyers on Dying
PBS has created a comprehensive site for Bill Moyers and End of Life issues. Included are many articles to help families and patients with issues such as End of Life Tools, Care Options, Therapy and Support and Healing. A discussion forum and much, much more.
Aging with Dignity: Five Wishes
Contains information and the document "Five Wishes" that helps you express how you want to be treated if you are seriously ill and unable to speak for yourself. It is unique among all other documents because it looks to all of a person's needs.
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Kidney/Renal Cancer
Kidney Cancer Association
The official website for this national organization, the site features online chats, a mailing list, clinical trials information, video clips, kidney cancer information and more.
Steve Dunn's Kidney Cancer Page
A highly informative site developed by kidney cancer survivor, Steve Dunn. This is a part of Steve's comprehensive cancer information site, CancerGuide.
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Sarcoma Sites
Sarcoma Alliance
The mission of The Sarcoma Alliance is to guide, educate and support adults with sarcomas and their family, friends, and caregivers. The Alliance provides links to information on the latest in sarcoma treatment, clinical trials, alternative therapies, and practical advice for maximizing well-being during treatment.
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Testicular Cancer
The Testicular Cancer Resource Center
A thorough site containing testing and treatment information in addition to general information and support.
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Last Updated: 6/19/2006