BREAST CANCER INFORMATION

Breast cancer continues to be one of the biggest health problems faced by women today. The American Cancer Society estimates more than 1500 Americans will die of cancer every day this year, and breast cancer is the leading cause of cancer death among women.

The good news is survival rates for breast cancer continue to increase, and exciting new research about susceptibility genes for breast cancer is also in progress. Study is ongoing to learn about the complex characteristics of these genes and evaluate their contribution to the incidence of breast cancer.

In the meantime, many very helpful internet sites are accessible to provide more information to those who want to research this disease. Here are some web sites we hope you’ll find helpful:

University of Pennsylvania Cancer Center – www.oncolink.upenn.edu/

A wonderful resource that offers up-to-date information on breast cancer research and findings, answers to frequently asked questions on oncology and other issues, panel discussions and stories of survivors. It lists upcoming conferences and meetings, and even provides menus oriented toward specific diseases.

National Alliance of Breast Cancer Organizations – www.nabco.org

NABCO is a network of breast cancer organizations that provides information, assistance and referral to anyone with questions about breast cancer, and acts as a voice for the interests and concerns of breast cancer survivors and women at risk.

National Breast Cancer Coalition – www.natlbcc.org

The NBCC is a grassroots advocacy effort in the fight against breast cancer. The web site will help you join the fight against breast cancer.

Breast Cancer Network of Strength – www.networkofstrength.org

Formerly Y-Me, the cornerstone of Breast Cancer Network of Strength has been and continues to be peer support. Its services include a 24/7 hotline with real-time interpretation in more than 150 languages, peer support via their Web site, and support groups led by trained facilitators.

American Cancer Society – www.cancer.org

The ACS site provides information on all types of cancer, a listing of programs and events, and updates on research progress.

Avon Breast Cancer Awareness Crusade – www.avon.com

Avon’s crusade strives to provide all women, particularly those who are medically underserved, access to a full range of breast cancer education and early detection screening services. Avon’s web site details what’s to come in its international crusade against breast cancer.

Some general health web sites you may want to explore:

American Medical Association – www.ama-assn.org

The AMA site includes links to additional health and medical resources, a directory of more than 650,000 licensed doctors nationwide, and reports on recent medical research.

WebMD – www.webmd.com

A comprehensive guide to all things medical, including information on specific health conditions and a section on living better.

MedicineNet – www.medicinenet.com

Another huge, electronic database, which also includes a forum where users can ask doctors specific health questions.

Healthfinder – www.healthfinder.gov

Healthfinder is a consumer health and human services information web site from the U.S. government. It can lead you to selected online publications, clearinghouses, databases, web sites, and support and self-help groups, as well as the government agencies and not-for-profit organizations that produce reliable information for the public.

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