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Cancer Related Internet Websites
American Academy of Pain Management
http://www.aapainmanage.org
This nonprofit organization provides certificates to practitioners in the area of pain management. Professionals and consumers alike can search the AAPM database for relevant programs and sites.
American Cancer Society
http://www.cancer.org
This is the website of the ACS and is a good source for public education materials.
American Pain Society
http://www.ampainsoc.org
APS is a multidisciplinary educational and scientific organization dedicated to the advancement of research and treatment for people in pain. This site provides information about the Society's publications, news updates, advocacy, and resources for the public.
American Society for Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology
http://www.astro.org
ASTRO provides information for members and the public about radiation therapy. Patient education includes general information and disease specific information about breast and prostate cancer. There are also public newsgroups such as the vascular brachytherapy listserve and the Internet Radiation Oncology Journal Club.
Association of Cancer Online Resources (ACOR)
http://www.acor.org
ACOR offers access to electronic mailing lists and a variety of unique websites. The mailing lists are designed to be public online support groups providing information to patients, caregivers, or anyone looking for information about cancer and related disorders. They offer both English and Spanish speaking lists.
They also provide links to other websites and breast cancer resources.
Blood & Marrow Transplant Network
http://www.bmtinfonet.org
This provides consumer information about bone marrow, stem cell, and hematopoietic progenitor cell transplant. Books can be ordered and patients can be linked with someone who has gone through a transplant.
Cancer Information Service (CIS)
http://cis.nci.nih.gov/
CIS provides consumer information about the major cancers and side effect management.
CancerNet
http://www.cancer.gov
A service of the National Cancer Institute, CancerNet has information about types of cancer, treatment options, clinical trials, screening, coping, and prevention. Some of the more popular brochures published by the NCI are available to read or download. There are links to PDQ (Physician Data Query) and literature search engines.
Cancer Resources
http://www.cancerresources.com
This online guide to cancer-related information, services, and organizations is an insiders guide developed by survivors, caregivers, professionals, and volunteers.
The National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship (NCCS)
http://canceradvocacy.org
The National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship (NCCS) is a nationwide network of independent organizations and individuals working in the area of cancer support and information. The website is a guide to the cancer resources of NCCS, such as survivorship programs, public health policy issues, and media alerts.
Healthfinder
http://www.healthfinder.gov
Healthfinder provides consumer information about hot topics, prevention, and population specific (infants, families, etc.) information. Links to libraries, medical dictionaries, online journals, and the latest health related news items are available. The site is a service of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
International Myeloma Foundation
http://myeloma.org
The website provides information on treatment of myeloma, amyloidosis, and related malignancies and complications. Some of this information can be obtained via "Webcasts" - online audio/video seminars. There is information about supportive care and an Internet discussion group. This site can be accessed via ACOR or Oncolink.
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (formerly Leukemia Society of America)
http://www.leukemia.org
The Society provides educational materials and publications to the consumer, free of charge. The most popular publications can be read on-line, downloaded, or ordered by mail. Information about other society resources is available on-line.
Lymphoma Research Foundation of America
http://lymphoma.org
This site provides information about lymphoma clinical trials, legislation, support programs for patients and healthcare professionals. Patient and professional education is available through the website, including online seminars. The bookstore has a list of recommend reading that can be purchased through Amazon.com.
Marshfield Clinic Cancer Care
http://www.marshfieldclinic.org/cancer
The clinic site provides cancer related information and links to other websites. Access to information about the cancer specialists at Marshfield Clinic is also available.
Mayo Clinic Health Oasis
http://www.mayoclinic.com
The purpose of this website is to educate the public about a wide variety of health-related issues. There is a special section on cancer. Mayo Clinic physicians, scientists, and educators oversee the site.
Merck Manual
http://www.merck.com/mmpe/index.html
Mereck Manual has a searchable database of full text information.
National Institutes of Health (NIH)
http://www.nih.gov
Many of the publications that are produced by the NIH are available on-line and can be downloaded free of charge.
Office of Alternative Medicine (OAM)
http://nccam.nih.gov
The OAM Web site provides information about the National Center for Complementary & Alternative Medicine including strategic plan, annual report, and employment opportunities. Links to online databases for Complementary & Alternative Medicine (CAM) are available. It is also a clearinghouse to disseminate information to the public, media, and healthcare professionals to promote CAM research awareness and education.
OncoLink
http://www.oncolink.upenn.edu
The University of Pennsylvania offers this site. It provides peer-reviewed consumer education materials on most cancers and treatment. It is designed to make it easy for the general public to navigate through the pages to obtain the information that they want. Information is available from introductory to in-depth levels. The information is updated daily.
Ortho-McNeil
http://www.ortho-mcneilpharmaceutical.com
This pharmaceutical company's website provides access to articles, fact sheets, and related Web sites for conditions treated with prescription products marketed by them.
Saint Joseph's Hospital Cancer Services
http://www.stjosephsmarshfield.org/cancer
Saint Joseph's Hospital in Marshfield offers this site. It provides consumer education materials on many cancers and treatment, information about the services available and what the facility looks like, and links to other websites.
Scientific American
http://www.sciam.com
Scientific American provides some of its feature articles online.
The National Children's Cancer Society
http://www.nationalchildrenscancersociety.com
This is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide direct financial support. The website provides information for application for financial support, volunteer, and support from others experiencing pediatric cancers. Links to other sites, such as Kids Cope, National Marrow Donor Program, Starbright Foundation, and Patient Advocacy Foundation, are also available.
*NOTE: You can access these Internet sites from a computer at home with Internet access, most public libraries, or a computer in the Learning Resource Center on the 1st floor of Saint Joseph's Hospital.