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Cancer Information Resources
Currently, there are many effective treatments for cancer that can significantly reduce the burden of disease and extend survival. Moreover, there are a multitude of clinical trials exploring novel pharmaceutical, biological, and surgical alternatives for the treatment of all types of cancers. Information about different cancers, their treatment, and clinical trials can be found at the following websites:
American Cancer Society (ACS)
National Brain Tumor Foundation (NBIF)
American Society of Clinical Oncology
American Society of Hematology (ASH)
Cancerfacts.com
National Cancer Institute (NCI)
New Approaches to Brain Tumor Therapy (NABTT)
The North American Brain Tumor Coalition (NABTC)
The Society for Neuro-Oncology (SNO)
ClinicalTrials.gov
VirtualTrials.com
American Brain Tumor Association (ABTA)
Ivy Foundation
Patient and family support resources
A diagnosis of cancer can be devastating for patients, their families, and their friends. But those coping with cancer need not feel alone or without hope. There are many organizations that provide support and valuable information for people whose lives are impacted by cancer. A few are listed below, with links to their websites.
National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship
CancerCare.org
American Cancer Society (ACS)
The Wellness Community National
People Living With Cancer
National Cancer Institute (NCI)
The Hospice Foundation of America
American Hospice Foundation
Age-Related Macular Degeneration Resources
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of vision loss in individuals 50 years of age or older in the developed world and affects more the 1.75 million individuals in the US alone. Currently, there are a variety of treatment options for the wet (neo vascular or exudative) form of AMD. More information on the disease and available treatment options can be found at the following websites:
National Eye Institute (NEI)
Macular Degeneration Partnership
All About Vision
Prevent Blindness America