Cancer Conditions and Diseases

Cancer

Cancer is the common term for tumors (neoplasms) characterized by uncontrolled growth at the cell level. The branch of medicine concerned with diagnosis, treatment, and research into the causes of cancer is oncology. Cancer medical specialists are termed oncologists.

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• - A guide to several types of tumors and their treatments including audio from experts, survivors' stories and news archives.
  
• - Resources about the condition and treatment in a links format.
  
• - Consumer health resource center providing information on common symptoms.
  
• - Articles and links about cancer treatments.
  
• - U.S. government resource which provides access to information for researchers and about collaborations. Aimed at the professional level.
  
• - Information about these treatment agents which is based on an educational grant from the Pharmacia company.
  
• - Headline news and content on related issues.
  
• - Provides access to disability resources including those needed for cancer care support.
  
• - A detailed review of this subject in pdf format aimed at the professional level.
  
• - Patient information from the American Society of Clinical Oncology.
  
• - News and information about the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of this condition. A UK charity site.
  
• - Links to many related support sites.
  
• - AOL discussion group aimed at providing information and support.
  
• - Links-based guide to Internet resource.
  
• - Service which provides access to news articles and reports about recent research activity. Registration required.
  
• - Links to sites around the world from this Manchester, England hospital resource.
  
• - Presents information to help manage nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy or radiation treatments.
  
• - Terminology and abbreviations presented in a searchable format.
  
• - Provides "translations" of cancer pathology reports from medical jargon into understandable lay terms.
  
• - Explores the link between tumors and nutrition. Offers dietary advice for patients.
  
• - Consumer health site which includes information for the newly diagnosed, as well as for those coping with chemotherapy.
  
• - Links-based listing in areas such as research, hospitals, charities, funding and education.
  
• - An open-publishing wiki portal for those interested in this topic. Available for viewing or editing.
  
• - Non-profit directory of information sorted by disease type, country and treatment.
  
• - Provides information, support, forums, links and news.
  
• - Provides treatment information, support group listings, online education, decision-making resources, physician locator services and risk assessment tools.
  
• - General information including treatment options.
  
• - Promotes holistic and alternative approaches for cancer prevention and treatment.
  
• - Offers a searchable database of cancer related websites with descriptions of each. Allows users to search by topic, feature, or quality standard.
  
• - Brief summary of a technique which may be used for treatment. Includes a FAQ, message board and illustrations.
  
• - Explores the challenges surrounding physician and patient communications in cancer.
  
• - Quick reference listing of the most common tumor types.
  
• - Provides information about prevention, detection, diagnosis, treatment and symptom management. Offers access to news, support groups and email lists.
  
• - Information resource aimed at health professionals. Requires registration.
  
• - Articles and links pertaining to many related topics.
  
• - Online discussions on various types of cancers. Includes topics such as coping, support, clinical trials and treatment options.
  
• - Symptoms, diagnostic tests and treatments of the most common cancers are described.
  
• - Links to articles about skin and breast tumors.
  
• - Headline news and articles for cancer professionals and patients.
  
• - Eastern European organization with aims of education, prevention, treatment, support and advocacy.
  
• - American Cancer Society presents an array of related statistics.
  
• - Provides information about this treatment and research modality for use in cancer at the University of California at San Francisco.
  
• - Information about targeted therapy approach in relation to a number of solid tumors.
  
• - Periodical which supplies news and current information about the state of research and treatment.
  
• - Presents information on research results.
  
• - Information about various tumors in a links format.
  
• - Links to articles about tumors, treatments and care.
  
• - Discusses common symptoms related to cancer treatment. Provides email access to a nurse for questions.
  
• - Consumer health resource center providing general information on cancer prevention, symptoms and treatment.
  
• - Includes audio and video interviews of patient experiences.
  
• - The International Agency for Research on Cancer provides access to reports and databases on occurrence and characteristics.
  
• - Disseminates educational programming in a multimedia electronic clips format. Aimed at both a lay and professional audience.
  
• - Offers patients and professionals information about chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting.
  
• - Information on chemotherapy including basic facts, what to expect, side effects and a FAQ.
  
• - Designed to help patients and families find appropriate treatment options and services. Provides access to a nurse specialist.
  
• - Provides an online forum on cancer, information, personal stories, poetry and remembrance pages. Graphics-intensive.
  
• - Presents information such as prevention and treatment side-effects. Also gives resources including links, articles and support groups.
  
• - A patient-centered forum of national advocacy organizations addressing public policy issues.
  
• - Provides current information and access to a clinical trials profiler.
  
• - Physcians located in Boston offer second opinions and personalized case reviews. Provides an online ask-a-doctor service.
  
• - Commercial audio-visual educational resources for patients.
  
• - A community resource for long term survivors. Includes access to the ACOR email discussion group.
  
• - Medical information, articles and news covering a variety of tumors and related issues.
  
• - An online 'zine for patients and professionals.
  
• - Topics of interest to patients and their families including treatment side-effects, pain control, nutrition and bereavement.
  
• - Links-based listing by the Association of Online Cancer Resources.
  
• - Details the activities of a program at the Sedona Racquet Club in Arizona. Designed to help survivors maintain good physical, emotional and spiritual fitness.
  
• - Presents general overview information on many of the main kinds of tumors. Includes news, doctor search, glossary and access to support hotlines.
  
• - Presents an array of resources. Supported in partnership by the Ortho Biotech pharmaceutical firm.
  
• - Advice and information about diagnosis and treatment issues. Includes leaflets, book suggestions, links and support groups.
  
• - Comprehensive directory of cancer experts volunteering to answer both general and disease-specific questions.
  
• - Patient consultation service offering treatment advice, online second opinions and oncologist referral for individual disease.
  
• - Provides international incidence and mortality rates including information about risk factors. From the U.S. National Cancer Institute.
  
• - An online directory of resources.
  
• - Ranking by the magazine of the fifty top cancer hospitals in the United States.
  
• - Presents access to online discussion, chat and support.
  
• - Provides information on treatment and prevention for patients and professionals.
  
• - Scott Hamilton’s chemotherapy site offers general treatment information for cancer patients. Sponsored by Ortho Biotech.
  
• - Access to related news, books and links.
  
• - Book excerpts covering such topics as psychosocial issues, support, nutrition, pain control and spirituality.
  
• - Information and support from this UK organization which addresses many of the types of tumors. Includes access to online booklets and other resources.
  
• - Information including basic facts, what to expect and side effects.
  
• - Contains information, treatment options, and resources on a range of cancers. Also includes links to general resources, and a directory of services and resources located in a number of US cities.
  
• - Aims to provide a better understanding of words frequently used in patient care.
  
• - National Governor's Association resource designed to provide a clearinghouse of standards related to tumor care.
  
• - Information from the U.S. National Cancer Institute including access to links, press releases and publications.
  
• - Information and links for all types of tumors.
  
• - Information for people who have just received the diagnosis. Includes links, a message board and details about the author.
  
• - Provides access to articles and links which are oncology related.
  
• - Gives access to a MEDLINE-related search engine, as well as to reference links.
  
• - Medical College of Wisconsin Physicians and Clinics resource which provides news articles and information about recent developments.
  
• - Information and community resources including chat rooms, message boards, physician directory and clinical trials.
  
• - World directory of cancer specialists and hematologists.
  
• - A conduit source consisting primarily of multi-lingual search engines.
  
• - Extensive information including news, prevention, clinical trials, conferences and psychosocial support from the University of Pennsylvania Cancer Center.
  
  

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