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Additional Resources

Publications

1.   A to Z List of Cancers — This site from the National Cancer Institute lists every type of cancer and links to an information page about each one.

   http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/alphalist

2.   Age Page: Cancer Facts for People Over 50 — Cancer strikes people of all ages but people are more likely to get cancer as they get older. The good news is that the chances of surviving cancer are better today than ever before. This page provides an overview of symptoms that are important to watch for. It also includes information about the screening tests recommended for people 50 or older.

   http://www.nia.nih.gov/HealthInformation/Publications/cancer.htm

3.   Breast Cancer — This publication provides general information about breast cancer. It provides the risk factors, causes, testing and treatment options for this form of cancer. It also provides information on the latest research that has been done on breast cancer.

   http://nihseniorhealth.gov/breastcancer/toc.html

4.   Chemotherapy and You: Support for People With Cancer — This question-and-answer booklet addresses problems and concerns of patients receiving chemotherapy. The emphasis is on explanation and self-help.

   http://www.cancer.gov/cancerinfo/chemotherapy-and-you

5.   Colorectal Cancer — This publication provides general information on colorectal cancer. It includes information on the risk factors, causes, symptoms, ways to diagnose the cancer, and treatment options. This publication also provides information on the latest research.

   http://nihseniorhealth.gov/colorectalcancer/toc.html

6.   Coping With Advanced Cancer: Living Each Day — This booklet addresses living with a terminal illness, how to cope, and practical considerations for the patient and his or her family and friends.

   http://www.cancer.gov/cancerinfo/advancedcancer

7.   Lung Cancer — This publication provides general information on lung cancer such as the causes, risk factors, symptoms and ways it is diagnosed. This publication also provides different treatment options.

   http://nihseniorhealth.gov/lungcancer/toc.html

8.   What You Need to Know About Cancer — An Overview — This publication describes some of the warning signs of cancer and stresses the importance of early detection. It also explains how this disease is diagnosed and treated and has information to help people deal with cancer if it affects them or people they know.

   http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/wyntk/overview

9.   What You Need to Know About Oral Cancer — The National Cancer Institute prepared this booklet to help patients and their families and friends better understand oral cancer. Included is information on symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of oral cancer. Definitions of selected medical terms and resource information are also provided.

   http://www.cancer.gov/cancerinfo/wyntk/oral

10.   What You Need To Know About Skin Cancer — This booklet on skin cancer discusses risk factors for and ways to lower risk of skin cancer. It also provides an overview of symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and questions to ask the doctor. It also shows how to do a skin self-exam.

    http://www.cancer.gov/cancerinfo/wyntk/skin

Organizations

1.   Division of Cancer Prevention and Control, NCCDPHP, CDC
2.   National Cancer Institute, NIH, HHS
3.   National Institute on Aging, NIH, HHS
4. American Cancer Society
5. Breast Cancer Network of Strength
6. Cancer Care, Inc.
7. Cancer.net
8. Susan G. Komen for the Cure

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Content last updated March 5, 2009.