by Michelle Badash, MS
American Cancer Society
Phone:
1-800-ACS-2345
Internet Address:
http://www.cancer.org/
Description of services provided:
The American Cancer Society provides educational information about all types of cancer, a breast care helpline, news and research resources, online forums for patients, and an outlet for family and caregivers to exchange thoughts and messages. The site also provides access to clinical trial information and treatment centers.
Breast Cancer Network of Strength
Internet address:
http://www.networkofstrength.org/
Network of Strength offers educational articles to help patients make informed decisions about their cancer care. The site also has peer counselors, who are available 24/7.
National Cancer Institute
1-800-4-CANCER
http://www.cancer.gov/
This site provides information on all types of cancer, including statistics, information on clinical trials, and research news.
Susan G. Komen for the Cure
1-800-465-6636
http://ww5.komen.org/
This site offers support for people diagnosed with breast cancer, as well as for their loved ones. Visitors will also find information on research and grants. The foundation sponsors “Race for the Cure” to fund breast cancer research.
Last reviewed September 2012 by Brian Randall
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