Cancer Resources on the Internet

The Cancer Center of Saint Barnabas is committed to educating our patients and the members of our community on cancer prevention and treatment. Likewise, there are numerous organizations that provide a wealth of information on a variety of cancer conditions. Please visit the web sites listed below for further information:

www.cancer.org
The American Cancer Society offers continuously updated facts and statistics on cancer in the United States. Visit their web site for information on prevention,cancers by site, symptoms and the association between smoking and cancer. They may also be called at 1-800-ACS-2345.

www.cancernet.nci.nih.gov
The National Cancer Institute offers information for patients and health professionals about the different types of cancer, screening, diagnosis, as well as state-of-the-art care. To speak to an information specialist, please call1-800-4-CANCER.

www.aicr.org
The American Institute for Cancer Research provides information on cancer prevention, particularly through diet and nutrition. Brochures and other education materials are available. The American Institute for Cancer Research may also be reached by calling1-800-843-8114.

www.cancercare.org
Cancer Care, Inc., is a non-profit organization that provides free, professional assistance to individuals with cancer and their families. For further information on their counseling education and referral services, please visit their web site or call 1-800-813-HOPE.

www.saintbarnabas.com/hospitals/hospice/index.html
The Saint Barnabas Hospice and Palliative Care Center offers emotional, spiritual, physical support and comfort to individuals in the final phase of a terminal illness, usually in the last six months of life. Visit the web site for further information on the extraordinary care that is available, or call 973-379-2200.

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