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Krabbameinsf?lagi?
Icelandic Cancer Society (in English and Icelandic).
http://www.krabb.is/
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Lance Armstrong Foundation
dedicated to helping people manage and survive cancer through awareness, education, and research.
http://www.laf.org/
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Living Journeys
A non-profit organization providing support, education and awareness to people living with cancer and their loved ones. Hosts the Summit Hike in Crested Butte, Colorado.
http://www.livingjourneys.org
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Mario Lemieux Foundation
works to fund promising research projects into a cure for cancer, as well as supporting other health research organizations.
http://www.mariolemieux.org/
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McDowell Cancer Foundation
on a journey to provide better care for cancer patients.
http://www.emcrf.org/
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Melanoma Education Foundation
nonprofit organization which provides education, emphasizing the importance of monthly self-examination of the skin to detect melanoma at an early stage while it is thin and curable.
http://www.skincheck.com/
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Mid-Atlantic Breast Cancer Information Exchange
collection of educational, reader-friendly articles on cancer research, diagnosis, and treatment.
http://www.mabcie.com/
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Minnie Pearl Cancer Foundation
http://www.minniepearl.org/
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National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship
nationwide network of organizations, institutions, and individuals dedicated to improving the quality of life for people with all types of cancer.
http://www.cansearch.org/
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National Kidney Cancer Association
http://www.kidneycancerassociation.org/
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National Patient Advocate Foundation
education and legal counseling for cancer patients.
http://www.npaf.org/
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North American Association of Central Cancer Registries
An umbrella organization for tumor registries, governmental agencies, professional associations and private groups.
http://www.naaccr.org/
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NSW Cancer Council
information and support for patients and carers, professional education and training, research and registers, statistics, and more.
http://www.nswcc.org.au/
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Oesophageal Patients Association (OPA)
founded by oesophageal cancer patients in the U.K. to help other patients and their families.
http://www.opa.org.uk/
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Queensland Cancer Fund
services include patient care, research, prevention and early detection, cancer information network, sunsmart shop and fundraising activities
http://www.qldcancer.com.au/
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R.A. Bloch Cancer Foundation
Non-profit organization dedicated to patient empowerment.
http://www.blochcancer.org/
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Rare Adult & Pediatric Cancers
Provides information, support, forums, links and news.
http://www.rare-cancer.org
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Regional Cancer Foundation
Details about this organization that provides second opinions to patients diagnosed with cancer. Located in San Francisco, California.
http://www.regionalcancerfoundation.org
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Rhode Island Cancer Council Inc.
resource for state residents to find cancer-related prevention, treatment, and support information.
http://www.ricancercouncil.org/
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Richard Dimbleby Cancer Fund
memorial fund shared between research and cancer care.
http://www.richarddimbleby.org/
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Rofeh Cholim Cancer Society
Non-profit organization offering assistance to those in need, particularly within the Metropolitan New York and New Jersey area Jewish community.
http://rccscancersociety.org
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Romanian Cancer League
Eastern European organization with aims of education, prevention, treatment, support and advocacy.
http://www.romaniancancerleague.org/
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San Diego Professionals Against Cancer
dedicated to raising money for cancer research, education and prevention.
http://www.sdpac.org/
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Sarcoma Alliance
founded to bring information to cancer patients and healthcare professionals, and to raise money for cancer research, through conferences and the web.
http://www.sarcomaalliance.com/
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Singapore Cancer Society
self-funding voluntary welfare organization on a mission to prevent and control cancer, and enhance health and quality of life in the community through education, research, and patient care services.
http://www.singaporecancersociety.org.sg/
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Skin Cancer Foundation
organization providing information on skin cancer to the public.
http://www.skincancer.org/
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Southwest Oncology Group Statistical Center
a national consortium of institutions and investigators organized for the purpose of improving the survival of cancer patients through clinical research.
http://www.swogstat.org/
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Sporting Chance Cancer Foundation
providing scholarships to encourage future doctors to develop creative ideas to better fight cancer.
http://www.sportingchance.com.au/
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Strands for Stars
Non-profit specializing in wig prosthetics for hair loss due to cancer. Located in Asheville, North Carolina.
http://www.strandsforstars.org
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T.J. Martell Foundation
Specializes in fundraising for the treatment of cancer and AIDS.
http://www.tjmartellfoundation.org/
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Taking The Fear Out Of Cancer.com
Provides cancer awareness through education and information. Florida based.
http://www.takingthefearoutofcancer.com
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Teen Cancer Trust UK
includes information on support, special events, fundraising, hospital units, and sections for patients and carers.
http://www.teencancer.org/
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Terra's Angels Charities
Information about upcoming benefits in Nashville, Tennessee with prominent country western singers.
http://www.terrasangels.com
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Texas Cancer Center Guide to Limited Surgery
Non-profit located in Houston, Texas. Book available.
http://www.texascancercenter.com
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The Branden Lombardi Foundation
Non-profit dedicated to improving the practical quality of life for cancer patients. Located in Phoenix, Arizona.
http://www.chipintofightcancer.org/
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The Carcinoid Cancer Foundation, Inc.
Purpose of encouraging and supporting research and education on carcinoid tumors and related neuro-endocrine neoplasms.
http://www.carcinoid.org/
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The Foundation for Advanced Cancer Studies
Information on upcoming educational conferences in the field of cancer research.
http://www.facsi.org/
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The Georgia Cancer Coalition
Working to make Georgia a national leader in cancer treatment and research by accelerating research, prevention, early detection, and treatment.
http://www.gacancercoalition.com/
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The Greg Kendzierski Esophageal Cancer Foundation
Features information about the disease, fundraising events, and more.
http://www.e-cancer.org/
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The Kansas City Cancer Information Project
A portal to cancer-related web sites and local resources for patients, families, and the local community.
http://www.KcCancer.org
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The Kenneth B. Schwartz Center
Founded by a patient to help strengthen relationships between patients and caregivers. Located in Boston, Massachusetts.
http://www.theschwartzcenter.org/
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The Northern California Cancer Center
Mission to prevent, detect and improve the quality of life of those with cancer. Located in Union City, California.
http://www.nccc.org
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The Ovarian Cancer Research Fund
Not-for-profit organization to advancing ovarian cancer research and raising awareness.
http://www.ocrf.org/
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The Wellness Community of West Los Angeles
Provides information about the program including offering support, education and hope for those with cancer.
http://www.twc-wla.org
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Turkey Breasticle Festival
St. Louis, Missouri area group supporting breast and testicular cancer patients. History, calendar of events, e-cards, links and contact information.
http://www.turkeybreasticlefestival.org
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Ulman Cancer Fund for Young Adults
supporting young adults affected by cancer.
http://www.ulmanfund.org/
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V Foundation
charitable organization created by basketball coach Jim Valvano, dedicated to saving lives by helping to find a cure for cancer.
http://www.jimmyv.org/
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Walter Payton Cancer Fund
a special fund founded by the Payton family through the Cancer Treatment Research Foundation to sponsor research and innovative treatment options.
http://www.walterpaytoncancerfund.org/
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Wessex Cancer Trust
offers information about cancer care, prevention, research, and detection.
http://www.wessexcancer.org/
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Witness Project of Harlem, The
faith-based breast and cervical cancer educational program that reaches out to African-American women.
http://www.witnessprojectharlem.org/
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