All Cancer

These expert, all-encompassing sites are good places for people to start learning about cancer. They provide lots of information ranging from data, specific cancer types, risk factors and symptoms to treatment, clinical trials, psycho-social support and much more. If you have a specific area of cancer interest, be sure to look for it, as these sites often have many layers.

American Cancer Society: For more than 100 years, the American Cancer Society has been battling the disease on a number of fronts, ranging from research and policy to providing expert advice and supporting patients. They cover cancer A-Z and partner with organizations all over to fight cancer.

American Institute for Cancer Research: The first organization to focus research on the link between diet and cancer and translate the results into practical information for the public. AICR was founded on a simple but radical idea: everyday choices can reduce our chances of getting cancer.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Links and information on prevention, data, survivor and caregiver information, and policies and practices, including those related to risk factors (tobacco, indoor tanning, etc.) that cause cancer. This link also leads you to information on specific types of cancer, national programs, educational materials, resources, specific topics, research and more.

CancerCare: The national leader in providing professional services to help people manage the emotional and financial challenges of cancer. They offer counseling and financial assistance as well as educational workshops.

National Cancer Institute: This is the federal government’s principal agency for cancer research and training, and is part of the National Institutes of Health, an agency of the U.S. Dept. of Health & Human Services. It has information covering the spectrum of cancer, from prevention to survivorship, as well as managing costs, research information and clinical trial opportunities.

National Comprehensive Cancer Network: The National Comprehensive Cancer Network® (NCCN®), a not-for-profit alliance of 27 of the world’s leading cancer centers, is dedicated to improving the quality, efficiency, and effectiveness of care for patients with cancer. Through the leadership and expertise of clinical professionals at NCCN Member Institutions, NCCN develops resources that present valuable information to the numerous stakeholders in the health care delivery system.

SurvivorNet: Created by co-survivors, SurvivorNet has step-by-step guides for individual cancers, information on scientific advances in cancer, doctors viewpoints on different treatment options, and survivor stories.