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The American Cancer Society provides the A-Z on cancer. It might also be helpful to find an ACS in your area.
The motto of this site is "Tools to Help You Help." Also there's a terrific section on pain management. The site requires you to log in, but it’s no big deal. Just provide your email, name, zip code and set up a password.
This site is run by the National Cancer Institute, a part of the National Institutes of Health, the government's principal agency for cancer research and training.
CancerCare provides free support services to anyone affected by cancer: counseling, education, financial assistance, and practical ideas. Download any of its many helpful brochures.
We recommend this handy booklet, downloadable from CancerCare. It's a thorough and easy-to-read reference.
Source: cancer.gov
Cancer is a term used for diseases in which abnormal cells divide without control and are able to invade other tissues. Cancer cells can spread to other parts of the body through the blood and lymph systems.
Cancer is a term used for diseases in which abnormal cells divide without control and are able to invade other tissues. Cancer cells can spread to other parts of the body through the blood and lymph systems.
Source: cancerhelp.org.uk
It depends on which cancer you are talking about and which staging system the doctor is using. Some types of cancer have more than one type of staging system.
Here is a brief summary of what the stages usually mean for most types of cancer.
It depends on which cancer you are talking about and which staging system the doctor is using. Some types of cancer have more than one type of staging system.
Here is a brief summary of what the stages usually mean for most types of cancer.
In Care of Dad is by no means limited to people helping their parents. We believe the site is useful to anyone in a caregiving situation, regardless of who the afflicted might be - parents, spouses, children or just beloved friends. In this case, my friend Marilyn learned tons about how to help her husband Bob, who was diagnosed with esophageal cancer more than a year ago.
The article below gives a great overview of traditional cancer treatments. If you'd like to find more information on types of treatments, finding treatment centers, choosing treatment facilities & health professionals and clinical trials visit the site from which we sourced this information.
Cancer.org offers a well-rounded overview of alternative or complementary therapies.
Cancure.org is a more grassroots website that lists many alternative options, particularly herbal and dietary choices.
Nlm.nih.gov has lots of information, though less user-friendly.
Cancure.org is a more grassroots website that lists many alternative options, particularly herbal and dietary choices.
Nlm.nih.gov has lots of information, though less user-friendly.
US News & World Report is well-respected for its “best hospital” surveys. Here we have listed just the top 10 hospitals ranked for Cancer. For full list and ratings, visit the US News & World Report website.
The National Cancer Institute’s website has a pretty solid clinical trial page with the following sections: Find a Clinical Trial, Clinical Trial Results, Educational Materials About Clinical Trials, Noteworthy Clinical Trials, and Conducting Clinical Trials.
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. Its site answers any possible question you may have regarding clinical trials.
The American Cancer Society Clinical Trials Matching Service is a free, confidential program that helps patients, their families and health care workers find clinical trials most appropriate to a patient's medical and personal situation. Or call one of the specialists at 800-303-5691.
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. Its site answers any possible question you may have regarding clinical trials.
The American Cancer Society Clinical Trials Matching Service is a free, confidential program that helps patients, their families and health care workers find clinical trials most appropriate to a patient's medical and personal situation. Or call one of the specialists at 800-303-5691.
"This site is awsome. I wish I had found it a few months ago as my Dad lost his battle with cancer. During the process, I was overwhelmed with decisions. I created an iPhone App that allowed Dad to record his doctors visits. My siblings and I could listen through the web interface and help with the care plan. The recordings go into a personal health folder. My mother also used this to communicate with 5 of my siblings in different states. She could leave us a recording one-time instead of repeating difficult news as we called each day. After this system, the calls were no longer an inquisition on what the doctor said or how is Dad was doing, they were more of just talking and offering support. We have been offering this product free. www.conexmps.com/family"
- Paul Unger, Meridian, Idaho
- Paul Unger, Meridian, Idaho
You're never as prepared as you think. Check out our list of 10 Essential Things you need to put in place for your parent's security and well-being - it's located in the Getting Involved/Be Proactive section.
"Health Guide: Cancer," The New York Times
"Alcohol May Increase Risk Of Breast Cancer Recurrence," by Tiffany O'Callaghan, Time Magazine
"Alcohol May Increase Risk Of Breast Cancer Recurrence," by Tiffany O'Callaghan, Time Magazine
