A wealth of information on cancer is available on the web. We have collected this useful list of sites to help you and your family can learn more about your cancer diagnosis, treatment, and possible side effects. |
Types of Cancer |
For more information about common cancers click on the list below: Clicking on these links will open the information in a new window. To return to this window you will need to select it from the taskbar below or retype the address in your web browser.
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Bladder cancer (http://www.nci.nih.gov/cancertopics/types/bladder) |
This link takes you to the National Cancer Institute's online resources on bladder cancer, including their online booklet What You Need to Know About Bladder Cancer, treatment options, and the latest news on clinical trials. |
Breast cancer (http://www.nci.nih.gov/cancertopics/types/breast)
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Use this link to connect to the National Cancer Institute's breast cancer page. Here you'll find resources on the prevention, treatment, causes of breast cancer, as well at the online booklet What You Need to Know About Breast Cancer. |
Colon and rectal cancer (http://www.nci.nih.gov/cancertopics/types/colon-and-rectal)
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The National Cancer Institute's Colon and Rectal Cancer page links you to the latest research, treatment options and news on colon and rectal cancer. Check out their online booklet What You Need to Know About Cancer of the Colon and Rectum. |
Endometrial cancer (http://www.nci.nih.gov/cancertopics/types/endometrial)
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Get in-depth information on endometrial cancer on the National Cancer Institute website. Follow the What You Need to Know About Cancer of the Uterus for information on the symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and questions to ask your doctor about endometrial cancer. |
Kidney cancer (Renal cell cancer) (http://www.nci.nih.gov/cancertopics/types/kidney) |
The National Cancer Institute website offers a wealth of information on kidney cancer, its causes, symptoms, and treatments, as well as the online booklet What You Need to Know About Kidney Cancer. |
Leukemia (http://www.nci.nih.gov/cancertopics/types/leukemia) |
Learn more about leukemia on this National Cancer Institute page, including information on treatments, symptoms, current research and clinical trials. Check out their booklet What You Need to Know About Leukemia. |
Lung cancer (http://www.nci.nih.gov/cancertopics/types/lung) |
The National Cancer Institute site offers up-to-date information on the symptoms, testing, and treatment of lung cancer. Other links will connect you to the online booklet What You Need to Know About Lung Cancer as well as the latest statistics and research. |
Melanoma (http://www.nci.nih.gov/cancertopics/types/melanoma) |
This link takes you to the National Cancer Institute's online resources on melanoma, including their online booklet What You Need to Know About Melanoma, treatment options, and the latest news on clinical trials. |
Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma (http://www.nci.nih.gov/cancertopics/types/non-hodgkins-lymphoma) |
Use this link to connect to the National Cancer Institute's non-Hodgkin's lymphoma page. Here you'll find resources on the prevention, treatment, causes of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, as well at the online booklet What You Need to Know About Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma. |
Ovarian Cancer (http://www.nci.nih.gov/cancertopics/types/ovarian) |
Learn more about ovarian cancer on this National Cancer Institute page, including information on treatments, symptoms, current research and clinical trials. Check out their booklet What You Need to Know About Ovarian Cancer. |
Pancreatic cancer (http://www.nci.nih.gov/cancertopics/types/pancreatic) |
The National Cancer Institute website offers a wealth of information on pancreatic cancer, its causes, symptoms, and treatments, as well as the online booklet What You Need to Know About Cancer of the Pancreas. |
Prostate cancer (http://www.nci.nih.gov/cancertopics/types/prostate)
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Get in-depth information on prostate cancer on the National Cancer Institute website. Follow the What You Need to Know About Prostate Cancer for information on the symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and questions to ask your doctor about prostate cancer. |
Skin (Non-Melanoma) (http://www.nci.nih.gov/cancertopics/types/skin) |
This National Cancer Institute page offers easy-to-understand information on the types of skin cancer, treatments, research and related information. Also check out their helpful online booklet What You Need to Know About Skin Cancer. |
A to Z List of Cancers (http://www.nci.nih.gov/cancertopics/alphalist) |
This link will take you to the National Cancer Institute's alphabetical list of cancers, with links to further information on each type.
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Online Resource of Cancer Treatments (http://www.nci.nih.gov/cancertopics/treatment
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The National Cancer Institute has compiled an online resource on cancer treatments, including treatment methods, treatment by cancer type, drug information, information on locating doctors and treatment facilities, and research. |
Information about Cancer and Treatments
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American Cancer Society (http://www.cancer.org/docroot/home/index.asp)
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The American Cancer Society website is a great online resource for anyone wanting to know more about cancer. Find cancer facts and figures, inspirational stories, and links to cancer support programs. Also, read the latest news. |
Association of Cancer Online Resources (http://www.acor.org/index.html) |
ACOR offers access to 159 mailing lists that provide support, information, and community to everyone affected by cancer and related disorders. |
ASTRO (http://www.astro.org/patient) |
To help you and your family better understand the treatment options available to you, the American Society for Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology has created this website to explain how radiation therapy is used to safely and effectively treat cancer. |
Cancercare.org (http://www.cancercare.org) |
CancerCare is a nonprofit that provides free, professional support services to anyone affected by cancer: people with cancer, caregivers, children, loved ones, and the bereaved. CancerCare programs include counseling, education, financial assistance, and practical help. |
CancerFacts.com (http://www.cancerfacts.com) |
This online resource for cancer patients, families, and caregivers is dedicated to delivering accurate and personalized information on treatment options and side effects. The NexProfiler™ Tools for Cancer help people with cancer make informed treatment decisions for an optimal outcome. |
CancerLinks.org (http://www.cancerlinks.org) |
CancerLinks is a search engine for cancer-related web pages. |
CancerSource.com (http://www.cancersource.com) |
CancerSource.com offers comprehensive cancer and treatment information, news, and clinical trial information. Check out the Cancer Drug Guide, developed in conjunction with the American Cancer Society, and the Cancer Dictionary. |
Cancersymptoms.org (http://www.cancersymptoms.org) |
This website is designed for patients and caregivers to provide information on managing common cancer treatment-related symptoms. |
Cancer Survivors Network (http://www.acscsn.org) |
This non-commercial site provides a private, secure way to find and communicate with other cancer survivors, families, and friends. |
Cancerwise.org (http://www.cancerwise.org) |
Every month, the online newsletter Cancer Wise features a cancer survivor story, along with related Q&A with experts, the latest reports on cancer treatment, and research and tips for cancer survivorship and prevention. |
National Cancer Institute (http://www.cancer.gov) |
The National Cancer Institute coordinates the National Cancer Program, which conducts and supports research, training, health information, and programs with respect to the cause, diagnosis, prevention, treatment of cancer, as well as rehabilitation and continuing care of patients. |
National Comprehensive Cancer Network (http://www.nccn.org) |
The National Comprehensive Cancer Network is an alliance of the world's 21 leading cancer centers. The NCCN site offers extensive information on many types of cancer. |
