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American Melanoma Foundation
offers information on skin care, sun protection tips, melanoma, research, and clinical trials.
http://www.melanomafoundation.org/
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American Society For Mohs Surgery
Mohs micrographic surgery is a specialized technique for the removal of skin cancer. The ASMS was formed to promote training and continuing education in Mohs surgery for all interested dermatologists.
http://www.mohssurgery.org/
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Anti-Cancer Council of Victoria
cancer research, community support and education.
http://www.accv.org.au/
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Association of Community Cancer Centers
profles of cancer programs at 500 medical centers, hospitals, and cancer clinics, as well as cancer program standards and news for cancer patients.
http://www.accc-cancer.org/
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Barbados Cancer Society
dedicated to public education on various cancers including breast and prostate cancer, and promoting prevention and early detection.
http://www.barbadoscancersociety.com/
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Better Health Foundation
provides counseling and support to families and individuals dealing with cancer.
http://www.betterhealthfoundation.org/
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Bob Champion Cancer Trust
raises funds for dedicated male cancer research, treatments, and hospital units.
http://www.bobchampion.org.uk/
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Bone Marrow Foundation
provides resources, programs, and services about bone marrow/stem cell transplantation for patients, family members, friends, donors or health care professionals.
http://www.bonemarrow.org/
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Cancer Advocacy Coalition of Canada
grassroots membership of patients, survivors, and health-care professionals seeking to broaden the scope of Canadian cancer care.
http://www.canceradvocacycoalition.com/
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Cancer Association of South Africa
CANSA aims to prevent cancer and its consequences by providing direction for, and supporting, health promotion, patient service and research.
http://www.cansa.org.za/
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Cancer Care
provides free professional help to people with cancer through counseling, education, referral, and financial assistance.
http://www.cancercare.org/
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Cancer Concern Scotland
Registered charity established to promote public awareness of cancer, plus the causes, effects, and prevention.
http://www.cancer-concern.org/
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Cancer Council Australia
national non-government cancer control organisation with the goal of leading the development and promotion of national cancer control policy.
http://www.cancer.org.au/
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Cancer Cure Coalition
includes information on nutritional protocol which fights cancer and improves overall health. Alternative treatments for cancer are described, particularly PC Spes for prostate cancer.
http://www.cancercurecoalition.org/
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Cancer Cure Foundation
source for information about alternative cancer treatments, therapies, and clinics. Includes free newsletter.
http://www.cancure.org/
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Cancer Federation
nonprofit corporation that aids cancer patients through research, education, and support.
http://www.cancerfed.com/
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Cancer Fund of America (CRA)
nonprofit organization which helps cancer patients for whom research is too late to help. Sends products to patients and other not-for-profit organizations free of charge.
http://www.cfoa.org/
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Cancer Innovations
provides articles and webcasts on the latest treatments for lung cancer, prostate cancer, and colorectal cancer.
http://www.cancer-innovations.com/
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Cancer Leadership Council
A patient-centered forum of national advocacy organizations addressing public policy issues.
http://www.cancerleadership.org
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Cancer Patient Care
Offers services for patients in the states of Washington and Idaho.
http://www.cancerpatientcare.org
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Cancer Sucks
Charity with a definite point of view offers news, links, message board, merchandise, pictures and events. Located in Bixby, Oklahoma.
http://www.cancersucks.com
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Cancer-help.org
Links to articles about tumors, treatments and care.
http://www.cancer-help.org
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Cancer-Pain.org
formed to help cancer patients receive the pain treatment they deserve.
http://www.Cancer-pain.org/
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Cancer411.org
offers clinical cancer trial information in a searchable database. Also includes cancer patient resources, streaming newscasts, and news articles.
http://www.cancer411.org/
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CancerCare
Topics of interest to patients and their families including treatment side-effects, pain control, nutrition and bereavement.
http://www.cancercare.org/
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CancerHope Foundation
Resource aimed at cancer education which is affiliated with the E.C. Rost Cancer Treatment Centers. Located in Florida.
http://www.cancerhope.com
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CancerOption.com
comprehensive cancer and immunological information portal to provide visitors with alternative therapies, nutritional supplements, and links.
http://www.canceroption.com/
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CancerWise
online publication from the University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center containing information about cancer treatment, research, support programs, prevention, and more.
http://www.cancerwise.org/
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Carl Wilson Foundation
focusing on the funding of cancer research and to aid those afflicted with the disease. Established by the two sons of Carl Wilson, founding member of The Beach Boys.
http://www.carlwilsonfoundation.org/
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Charlotte Geyer Foundation
provides funding for research into the cause, prevention, and treatment of cancer.
http://www.charlottegeyer.org/
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Choose Life Foundation
Endeavors to give cancer patients and families hope, encouragement, and spiritual inspiration through education and financial support. Located in Maine.
http://www.chooselifefoundation.org
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Climbing For A Cure
strives to spread awareness of cancer and other disease prevention through mountaineering and climbing events, educational programs, and inspirational seminars.
http://www.climbingforacure.com/
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Coalition of National Cancer Cooperative Groups
group of national cancer cooperative groups engaged in clinical cancer trials.
http://www.cancertrialshelp.org/
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Colorado Cancer Foundation
Provides information about this non-profit organization located in Boulder, Colorado.
http://co-cancer-foundation.org
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Compute Against Cancer
philanthropic distributed computing effort spanning research in cancer prevention, treatment, cure, and support.
http://www.computeagainstcancer.org/
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Corporate Angel Network
not-for-profit organization, provides free plane transportation for cancer patients going to/from recognized cancer hospitals by using empty seats aboard corporate aircraft operating on business flights.
http://www.corpangelnetwork.org/
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Cycle of Hope
Information and inspirational material to those who have been affected by cancer. Information about Lance Armstrong and his winning the Tour de France.
http://www.cycleofhope.org/
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DIPEx: Cancer
Includes audio and video interviews of patient experiences.
http://www.dipex.org/
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F?d?ration Nationale des Centres de Luttes Contre le Cancer (FNCLCC)
public,administratives and scientific data.
http://www.fnclcc.fr/
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Federation of European Cancer Societies
aims to promote and co-ordinate collaboration between European societies active in different fields of cancer research, prevention, and treatment.
http://www.fecs.be/
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Foundation For Cancer Survival
Providing information and assistance to cancer patients and their families. Located in Vernon, Connecticut.
http://www.foundationforcancersurvival.com
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Fundacion Arturo Lopez Perez
nonprofit foundation set up to aid in the fight against cancer.
http://www.falp.org/
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Gilda's Club of Western Pennsylvania
Offers support and networking groups, lectures, workshops and social events in a non-residential but home-like setting.
http://www.gildasclubwesternpa.org/
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Gilda's Club, Metro Detroit
nonprofit, social, emotional and educational support community for men, women and children with all types of cancer, and their families and friends.
http://www.gildasclubdetroit.org/
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Gilda's Club: Bucks and Montgomery County
Non-profit support network in Pennsylvania for the families and friends of those living with cancer. Details groups, lectures, workshops and social events.
http://www.gildasclubbucksmont.org
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Guardian Angels
Montana-based organization which raises money for cancer patients in need of assistance.
http://www.guardianangelsonline.org/
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International Oncology Study Group
nonprofit international study group whose main focus is to carry out clinical cancer research.
http://www.iosg.org/
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International Society of Differentiation
encourages and develops research and communication in developmental biology, molecular biology and oncology through meetings and publications.
http://www.isdifferentiation.org/
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Irish Cancer Society
national charity for cancer care in Ireland.
http://www.cancer.ie/
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Joyce Foundation Cancer Information Center
patients and their doctors are able to access up-to-date treatment information on all types of cancer.
http://www.cancerinfo.org/
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