General Cancer Web Sites and Information

www.cancer.org This is the site of the American Cancer Society. An organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem through research, education, advocacy and service.

www.oncolink.com The site of the Abramson Cancer Center of the University of Pennsylvania. The center helps cancer patients, families, healthcare professionals and the general public find accurate cancer-related information at no charge.

www.cancercare.org This is the site of Cancer Care, a national non-profit organization that provides free professional help to people with all cancers through counseling, education, information and referral and direct financial assistance.

www.cancernews.com This is the site of Cancer News, which is dedicated to bringing patients and their families the latest news and information on cancer diagnosis, treatment and prevention.

www.mskcc.org This is the site of Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, which is dedicated to excellence in the prevention, treatment and cure of cancer through patient care, research and education.

www.webmd.com Web MD provides a range of information, transaction and technology solutions that help consumers, physicians, providers and health plans navigate the complexity of the healthcare system.

www.thewellnesscommunity.org This is the site of the Wellness Community, which is a national non-profit organization dedicated to providing free emotional support, education and hope for people with cancer and their loved ones.

www.acor.org Association of Cancer Online Resources is a collection of online communities designed to provide timely and accurate information in a supportive environment.

www.mdanderson.org This is the site of MD Anderson at the University of Texas. MD Anderson aims to eliminate cancer in Texas, the nation and the world through outstanding integrated programs in patient care, research, education and prevention.

Government Cancer Web Sites

www.cancer.gov This is the site of the National Cancer Institute. The institute coordinates the National Cancer Program, which conducts and supports research, training, health information dissemination and other programs with respect to the cause, diagnosis, prevention and treatment of cancer, rehabilitation from cancer and the continuing care of cancer patients and the families of cancer patients.

www.iarc.fr This is the site of the International Agency for Research on Cancer/World Health Organization. The agency coordinates and conducts research on the causes of cancer and the mechanisms of carcinogenesis, as well as developing scientific strategies for cancer control.

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