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African American Breast Cancer Alliance, Inc.
Provides hope, awareness, educational materials, and social support to African American breast cancer survivors, their family members, and the community.
1.612.825.3675
www.aabcainc.org
The American Cancer Society advocates for policies and laws and raises funds for cancer research. This organization offers programs such as Look GoodÉFeel Better, Cancer Survivors Network and I Can Cope. The Web site offer comprehensive cancer information
1.800.ACS.2345
www.cancer.org
Provides research updates and information from breast cancer experts on a broad range of breast cancer topics. Holds regular chats with oncologists on different topics.
www.breastcancer.org
Cancer Care services include counseling, education, referral, financial assistance and other support services. The website offers specific information about breast cancer.
1.800.813.4673
www.cancercare.org
Non profit organization dedicated to providing reproductive information, support and hope to cancer patients whose medical treatments present the risk of infertility.
888.994.HOPE
www.fertilehope.org
Imaginis: The Breast Cancer Resource
This site offers in-depth information on breast cancer and related women's health issues. They explain complicated medical information in everyday language to assist you in making informed decisions.
www.imaginis.com
This organization offers support and information to women who have been diagnosed with breast cancer. They offer educational programs and online access to interactive message boards, educational audiotapes and videotapes. Call the Survivor helpline and talk to someone who is a trained volunteer affected by breast cancer is available at 888.753.LBBC (5222).
www.lbbc.org
Mautner Project for Lesbians With Cancer
This national organization is dedicated to lesbians with cancer, their partners and caregivers. The organization provides referrals, education, and support groups for lesbians with cancer and advocate for health issues affecting lesbians locally and nationally.
1.202.332.5536
www.mautnerproject.org
National Asian Women's Health Organization
National Breast Cancer Coalition
This coalition includes 500 organizations dedicated to fighting breast cancer through advocacy, actions and education. The Web site provides fact sheets and a comprehensive guide to receiving quality care.
1.800.622.2838
www.natlbcc.org
This government organization provides information about breast cancer early detections and treatment. The web site provides access to information about cancer, clinical trials and health services. NCI offers booklets on a variety of cancer-related topics.
1.800.422.6237
www.cancer.gov
This organization promotes prevention and management of lymphedema, which may occur after breast cancer treatment. The organization provides referrals to treatment centers, health care professionals, support groups and produces a newsletter and resource guide.
1.800.541.3259
www.lymphnet.org
Reach to Recovery
This program is a peer support program of the American Cancer Society for people with a personal concern about breast cancer. A trained volunteer who is herself a breast cancer survivor will provide support and up to date information. To request services of a Reach to Recovery volunteer call Jolene Clifford, RN, OCN at 309-451-8500 or the American Cancer Society at 1.800.227.2345
Sharsheret: Young Jewish Breast Cancer Survivors
The Sisters Network is a national organization committed to increasing awareness of the impact of breast cancer on the African America Community. It provides information and advocacy and support and conducts local conferences.
1.713.781.0255
www.sistersnetworkinc.org
Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation
This organizationÃs mission is to conquer breast cancer through research, education, screening and treatment. The Web site provides information on breast cancer, including risk factors, treatment, prevention as well as a listing of resources in local communities.
1.800.462.9273
www.komen.org
