Patient, Survivor and Caregiver Education
Whether you’ve just been diagnosed with cancer, are currently in treatment or you’re caring for someone with cancer, the following resources provide the services and educational information for people affected by cancer.
American Cancer Society
The American Cancer Society is the nationwide community-based voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by preventing cancer, saving lives, and diminishing suffering from cancer, through research, education, advocacy, and service.
800-227-2345
cancer.org
American Society of Clinical Oncology
Oncologist-approved cancer information from the American Society of Clinical Oncology Cancer
asco.org
Amschwand Sarcoma Cancer Foundation
Aims to educate the public about sarcoma, supporting those with the disease and encouraging sarcoma-specific research.
sarcomacancer.org
Breast Cancer.org
Nonprofit organization dedicated to providing reliable, complete and up-to-date information about breast cancer.
breastcancer.org
Breast Cancer Network of Strength
An organization created in response to the new guidelines about screening mammography.
networkofstrength.org
Cancer 101
Provides free cancer planners to patients and caregivers.
cancer101.org
CancerCare
Free, professional support and services for anyone affected by cancer.
cancercare.org
Cancer Consultants
Dedicated to providing up-to-date information on the treatment and prevention of cancer for patients and professionals.
cancerconsultants.com
Cancer Support Community
Offers emotional and social support to all people affected by cancer through its vibrant network of community-based centers and online services run by trained and licensed professionals.
cancersupportcommunity.org
Caring Ambassadors Lung Cancer Program
Strives to optimize the full spectrum of wellness and longevity among those living with and at risk for lung cancer.
lungcancercap.org
ChemoCoach™ Newsletters
Free e-mail series that delivers small doses of powerful information to help you better manage your chemotherapy treatments.
chemocoach.com
Chemotherapy.com
Provides information about what chemotherapy is and how it can be used to treat certain forms of cancer.
chemotherapy.com
Cancer Links
Provides a comprehensive list of links for different kinds of cancer.
cancerlinks.org
Cancer News on the Net
Cancer news reports.
cancernews.com
Colon Cancer Alliance
Provides support and information to people battling colorectal cancer.
ccalliance.org
Colorectal Cancer Coalition
A national organization committed to eliminating suffering and death due to colorectal cancer through advocacy in research, policy and awareness.
fightcolorectalcancer.org
Comedy Cures Foundation
National non-profit organization bringing joy, laughter and therapeutic humor programs to kids and grown-ups living with illness, depression, trauma and disabilities.
comedycures.org
Cyclists Combating Cancer
A group of cancer survivors, their families and friends that provide support through sharing experiences about treatment, life and their other passions in life, high among them, cycling.
Ridetolive.org
Fertile Hope
International, nonprofit organization that provides reproductive information, support and hope to cancer patients and survivors whose medical treatments present the risk of infertility.
fertilehope.org
I’m Too Young for This! Cancer Foundation
Offers age-appropriate support to young adults affected by cancer.
i2y.com
Intercontinental Marketing Services
Provides a complete perspective of cancer patient care from diagnosis onward.
imshealth.com
International Cancer Alliance for Research and Education
Provides focused, user-friendly cancer information.
icare.org
International Myeloma Foundation
Help for those battling multiple myeloma – patients, families, caregivers and the media and scientific communities.
myeloma.org
Jack & Jill Late Stage Cancer Foundation
Provides memory opportunities for children who have a Mom or Dad with late stage, limited life expectancy cancer.
jajf.org
Journey Forward
Designed for doctors and their patients who recently completed active treatment for cancer to improve survivorship care.
Journeyforward.org
Kidney Cancer Association
A source for information and support for living with kidney cancer.
kidneycancer.org
Lance Armstrong Foundation
Unites people to fight cancer believing that unity is strength, knowledge is power and attitude is everything.
livestrong.org
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
Fights leukemia, lymphoma, multiple myeloma, and Hodgkin's disease through research, education, patient services, and advocacy.
800-955-4LSA
leukemia-lymphoma.org
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Living Beyond Breast Cancer
Strives to empower all women affected by breast cancer to live as long as possible with the best quality life.
lbbc.org
Manage Your Treatment
Encourages patients and caregivers to talk to their healthcare providers to learn how to reduce the risk of infection during chemotherapy.
Manageyourtreatment.com
Men Against Breast Cancer
National non-profit organization designed to provide targeted support services to educate and empower men to be effective caregivers when breast cancer strikes a female loved one; as well as, target and mobilize men to be active participants in the fight to eradicate breast cancer.
menagainstbreastcancer.org
Mesothelioma Web
Provides facts about palliative care, nutrition and chemotherapy, as well as information on clinical trials.
mesotheliomaweb.org
Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation
Raises awareness, funds research, and provides information on multiple myeloma.
203-972-1250
multiplemyeloma.org
National Cancer Institute
Free resources and educational materials on all cancer types.
800-4-CANCER
cancer.gov
National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship Toolbox
Free award-winning audio program that teaches skills that can help people with cancer meet the challenges of their illness.
canceradvocacy.org/toolbox
National Comprehensive Cancer Network
Dedicated to providing state-of-the-art care to patients, advancing research on prevention, and enhancing the effectiveness of cancer care delivery.
888-909-6226
nccn.com
OncoLink
University of Pennsylvania Cancer Center.
oncolink.com
Prevent Cancer Foundation
Dedicated to cancer prevention through research and education.
800-227-2732
preventcancer.org
Sean Kimerling Testicular Cancer Foundation
Dedicated to raising awareness of testicular cancer and the need for regular self-examination.
seankimerling.org
Spokes of Hope
A group of cancer warriors and champions of survival who work together in hometowns to make a difference.
Spokesofhope.org
Support for People With Oral and Head and Neck Cancer
"Survivor to survivor" network providing information, support, and encouragement.
800-377-0928
spohnc.org
Thyroid Cancer Survivors' Association, Inc.
Dedicated to support, education, and communication for thyroid cancer survivors, their families, and friends.
thyca.org
Zero – The Project to End Prostate Cancer
Zero promotes awareness, early detection and support for those living with prostate cancer.
888-245-9455
zerocancer.org
