American Cancer Society
This site provides info on ACS programs and events. It lists local ACS chapters and talks about prevention options, diagnosis and treatment.
National Cancer Institute
The National Cancer Institute conducts and supports cancer research. The "CancerNet" section has information about cancer, treatment options, detection, prevention, genetics, supportive care and clinical trials. It also has a kids’ page.
OncoLink
OncoLink is a project of the University of Pennsylvania Cancer Center. It is a great source of the latest news on cancer research and treatment. Oncolink provides many articles and news from major news organizations, cancer-related journals and cancer-related newsletters. It is a very comprehensive source of cancer information, providing "one-stop-shopping" for cancer-related research. OncoLink also has a search index at the bottom of the first page.
National Alliance of Breast Cancer Organizations (NABCO)
NABCO is a network of more than 375 groups providing detection, treatment and care to people affected by breast cancer.
Breast Cancer News
This is a free service subscription service that will send email updates of current news about breast cancer treatment, prevention and genetics.
Susan G. Komen Foundation
This organization’s mission is to end breast cancer as a life-threatening disease by advancing research, education, screening and treatment.
Facing Our Risk of Cancer Empowered (FORCE)
FORCE is a nonprofit organization for women at high risk for cancer and their families. This site is a helpful resource for anyone who knows she is at risk, who wonders whether she might be at risk, or who cares about issues and concerns related to cancer.
Mamm Magazine
A list of organizations and Web sites that offer information and services. The site includes lists of open clinical trials and insurance advice. It is aimed at women recently diagnosed with breast or reproductive cancer.
The National Breast Cancer Coalition
The mission of NBCC is to:
- Increase funding for high-quality, peer-reviewed breast cancer research
- Increase access for all women to high quality care and breast cancer clinical trials
- Increase the influence of women living with breast cancer in the decision making that impacts all issue surrounding breast cancer
Y-ME National Breast Cancer Organization
Y-ME is committed to providing information and support to anyone touched by breast cancer. The Web site has facts about breast cancer, frequently asked questions, breast self exam information, a kids’ corner, articles from its newsletter and publication ordering information.
Society of Gynecologic Oncologists (SGO)
The SGO is a non-profit, international organization of obstetricians and gynecologists specializing in gynecologic oncology. Its purpose is to improve the care of women with gynecologic cancer, to raise standards of practice in gynecologic oncology and to encourage research. The site includes a list of physician members.
National Ovarian Cancer Coalition
Ovarian cancer survivors founded the NOCC to gain national recognition for ovarian cancer. The Web site offers information on NOCC and its toll-free information service, a discussion forum, education, resources and a newsletter.
Gilda Radner Familial Ovarian Cancer Registry
This site provides general information and links about ovarian cancer, with an emphasis on familial (hereditary) ovarian cancer. You can find descriptions of ovarian cancer, statistics, risk factors and support services.
Chemocare.com
This site is a good source of information about types of chemotherapy drugs and their side effects.
Ovarian Cancer Links
This Web site helps ovarian cancer patients gather information and resources simply. It includes links to information from NCI, NIH, medical centers, OncoLink, ACS and others, organized by subject. Topics include overviews of ovarian cancer, medical professionals who treat this disease, support services, chemotherapy and medications, screening and diagnostic tests, and legal, financial and insurance information.
The University of Kansas Cancer Center does not assume responsibility for any of the information posted on these sites.