This site provides comprehensive information on all types of cancer, statistics, information on clinical trials, and research news.
American Cancer Society
Phone:
1-800-ACS-2345
Internet Address:
http://www.cancer.org
Description of services provided:
Provides educational information about all types of cancer, breast care help line, news and research resources, online forums for patients, and an outlet for family and caregivers to exchange thoughts and messages. The site also provides access to clinical trial information and treatment centers. The Amercian Cancer Society sponsors a variety of fundraising for cancer research, including “Making Strides” for breast cancer. Local offices provide support groups for breast cancer patients.
This organization provides educational information about all types of cancer, breast care help line, news and research resources, an online forums for patients. and an outlet for family and caregivers to exchange ideas. The Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation sponsors “Race for the Cure” to fund breast cancer research.
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