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ASCO
http://www.asco.org/
The American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) is the world’s leading professional organisation representing physicians who treat people with cancer. ASCO’s members set the standard for patient care worldwide and lead the fight for more effective cancer treatments, increased funding for clinical and translational research, and, ultimately, cures for the many different cancers that strike millions of people around the world every year.

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Cancer Free Connections
http://www.cancer-free.com/aboutus.htm
To link people seeking to become cancer free with life-saving and life-giving resources.

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Cancer News on the Net®
http://www.cancernews.com/default2.asp
Cancer News on the Net® is dedicated to bringing patients and their families the latest news and information on cancer diagnosis, treatment and prevention.

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Cancer and Careers
http://www.cancerandcareers.org/
Site designed to help women, their employers, co-workers and caregivers deal with cancer in the same way that they have learned to deal with problems at work – strategically, knowledgeably and effectively. With the right tools – articles, news, charts, checklists, tips and a community of experts, patients and survivors – women can continue to work through treatment.

UK

CancerBACUP
http://www.cancerbacup.org.uk/
Leading cancer information service for the UK.

USA

CancerNausea
http://www.cancernausea.com/
A website for people experiencing nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy or radiation treatments. The site answers questions about nausea and vomiting, and suggest simple steps to help.

UK

DIPEx
http://www.dipex.org
DIPEx provides patient experiences covering a range of illnesses, including several types of cancer. The site contains interviews with patients as well as information on disease background and treatment options. The charity is supported by several large UK-based charities and organisations.

ECL
http://ecl.uicc.org/
Association of European Cancer Leagues (ECL) is a non-profit, non-political and non-sectarian association. It is a proactive force with the intention to promote health, to reduce the risk of malignant disease, to promote research and evidence-based treatment in the field of cancer, and to be responsive to the needs of cancer patients, their families and carers.

EONS
http://www.cancerworld.org/
European Oncology Nursing Society (EONS) is comprised of individual cancer nurses, national oncology nursing societies and institutions and agencies in Europe involved in cancer care. EONS has a membership of over 50 organisations, which in turn represent approximately 15000 nurses in 25 European countries. Educational, consultative and research activities of EONS are aimed toward promoting and improving the quality of care received by cancer patients throughout Europe.

ESMO
http://www.esmo.org/
The special aims of the European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO) are to: improve research in the field of medical oncology; promote education in medical oncology in order to ensure a high standard for medical oncologists; maintain liaison with other oncology associations, cancer leagues, universities and, where appropriate, the pharmaceutical industry.

Europa Donna - The European Breast Cancer Coalition
http://www.cancerworld.org/
EUROPA DONNA is an independent non-profit organisation with 32 affiliated country groups throughout Europe. The Coalition works to raise awareness of breast cancer and to mobilise the support of European women in pressing for improved breast cancer education, appropriate screening, optimal treatment and care and increased funding for research. EUROPA DONNA represents the interests of European women regarding breast cancer to local and national authorities as well as to institutions of the European Union.

Hospice Information
http://www.hospicecare.com
This site lists hospices and palliative care services throughout the world.

International Association of Hospice and Palliative Care
http://www.hospicecare.com/Orgs/Orgs.htm.
The IAHPC web site lists palliative care organisations throughout the world.

International Union Against Cancer (UICC)
http://www.uicc.org/
The International Union Against Cancer (UICC) is the only global cancer organisation with members and activities covering all aspects of cancer control. Founded in 1933, UICC is an independent, international, non-governmental association of 291 member cancer-fighting organisations in 87 countries.

Look Good Feel Better
http://www.lookgoodfeelbetter.org/
Look Good…Feel Better is a free, non-medical, brand-neutral, national public service program founded in 1989 and supported by corporate donors to help women offset appearance-related changes from cancer treatment.

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Medscape
http://my.webmd.com/webmd_today/home/default
WebMD provides valuable health information, tools for managing your health, and support to those who seek information.

Australia

National Breast Cancer Centre
http://www.isourcedirectory.com/hospitals/
This site provides a directory of hospital-based services throughout Australia for women with breast cancer.

USA

National Cancer Institute
http://www.cancer.gov
Cancer.gov, the National Cancer Institute's web site, provides accurate, up-to-date information on many types of cancer, information on clinical trials, resources for people dealing with cancer, and information for researchers and health professionals.

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Oncolink
http://www.oncolink.com/
Through OncoLink you can get comprehensive information about specific types of cancer, updates on cancer treatments and news about research advances. Information is updated everyday. If you are interested in learning about cancer, you will benefit from visiting OncoLink.



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