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Breast Cancer & Women's Health Issues Links

National Cancer Institute The National Cancer Institute's Cancernet has comprehensive information on statistics, treatment, clinical trials, genetics, causes, risk factors, prevention, complementary and alternative medicine, testing, coping, support, resources, literature and related information. We highly recommend this site. The following pages may be especially useful:

National Comprehensive Cancer Center Network The National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) has developed guidelines for treatment of several cancers including breast cancer. These guidelines can be viewed online at the National Comprehensive Cancer Center Network site (left).

Dr. Susan Love Dr. Susan Love has written extensively about breast cancer, including the popular Susan Love's Breast Book. It is an outstanding reference on all aspects of breast care and women's health issues; however, not all authorities share her opinions on several subjects.

Oncolink Oncolink is a comprehensive cancer site with extensive information on all aspects of breast cancer. The section on symptom management is especially useful and includes sections on lymphedema, sexuality, etc.

Healthology: Breast Cancer This site provides physician-authored articles and several video webcasts for patients. Selected topics include prevention and screening, chemotherapy side effects, risk reduction, and psychological side effects.

The American Cancer Society The American Cancer Society's Web page is an excellent source of information on all cancers including breast cancer.

Michigan Breast Reconstruction This site is a consumer's guide to breast reconstruction options after prophylactic mastectomies. It contains detailed information on surgical options and decision-making.

BreastCancer.Org BreastCancer.Org is a nonprofit organization "dedicated to bringing women the most reliable, complete and up-to-date medical and personal information about breast cancer." There are some excellent education tools available on this site, including a booklet designed to help patients understand their pathology reports.

RISK ASSESSMENT, GENETICS AND PREVENTION

National Cancer Institute

Breast Cancer Genetics Network With generous funding from the Michigan Department of Community Health, this University of Michigan team assists patients in finding information about cancer, cancer genetics, and informs patients about the experiences of visiting a cancer genetics clinic in the State of Michigan. AAHOA is a member of the network.

Genetic Testing for Breast and Ovarian Cancer Risk In addition to information provided on the National Cancer Institute site (the first item in this table), information on genetic testing is available through Myriad Laboratories, the company that performs the tests.  

The ExCel Breast Cancer Prevention Study is looking at whether exemestane (Aromasin) can reduce the risk of breast cancer in postmenopausal women who are at increased risk. The local site for this study is Wayne State University's CS Mott Center. For more information you may contact (313)745-7156.

The National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences and the National Cancer Institute are conducting the Sister Study, a long-term study of women aged 35-74 who have a sister with breast cancer.

FORCE FORCE (Facing Our Risk of Cancer Empowered) is a nonprofit organization for women who are at high risk of getting breast and ovarian cancers due to their family history and genetic status, and for members of families in which a BRCA mutation may be present.

MENOPAUSE

Menopause This site is maintained by the North American Menopause Society. It is devoted to promoting the understanding of menopause. It contains useful information on dealing with menopause without hormone replacement therapy.

Facts about Postmenopausal Hormone Therapy This is a comprehensive site posted by the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute.

ADVOCACY AND SUPPORT GROUPS

Breast Cancer Action Breast Cancer Action is a grassroots education and advocacy organization committed to ending the breast cancer epidemic.

The Komen Foundation The Susan G. Komen Foundation maintains a Web site with information on breast cancer resources, news and events.

National Breast Cancer Awareness Month The National Breast Cancer Awareness Month (NBCAM) campaign promotes awareness of breast cancer issues and the importance of screening and early detection. This site provides information on a variety of educational materials.

cancerandcareers.org Cancerandcareers.org is a Web site sponsored by Avon and Roche. It is described as a resource and community for working women with cancer.

Casting for Recovery Casting for Recovery is a not-for-profit program that provides an opportunity for women with breast cancer to experience physical, emotional and spiritual healing through retreats in a national setting.