National Resources for Cancer Patients
The American Cancer Society resource center includes comprehensive information about all different types of cancer, including the latest treatment options. ACS offers a number of patient assistance and support programs.
The world’s leading organization of medical professionals who treat people with cancer. Their website is an accurate, reliable, and oncologist-approved source of information on more than 50 types of cancer.
CancerCare is a national nonprofit organization that provides free, professional support services to anyone affected by cancer: people with cancer, caregivers, children, loved ones, and the bereaved. CancerCare programs — including counseling, education, financial assistance and practical help — are provided by professional oncology social workers and are completely free of charge.
A national voluntary health agency whose mission is dedicated to finding a cure for leukemia and related cancers, and to improving the quality of life for people affected by leukemia.
A resource for those diagnosed with lung cancer.
The Mesothelioma Veterans Center provides information
about treatment, clinical trials, and VA benefits to veterans
suffering from asbestos-related illnesses.
Paying For Senior Care helps the elderly and their families
fully understand the cost of long term care and the programs
that can provide financial support. The website has an online database of tools, references, and articles that cover topics like available care options and free resources that are available in your area.
IMPACT Melanoma is a national non-profit organization dedicated to working to reduce the incidences of melanoma. We provide education, prevention, and support programs for skin cancer.
The Federal Government’s principal agency for cancer research and training. An excellent resource for accurate information, current treatment recommendations, clinical trials, and support services.
Here we provide comprehensive information, plus the resources patients need to understand their prognosis and improve their life expectancy.