More information from your American Cancer Society
We have selected some related information that may also be helpful to you. These materials may be ordered from our toll-free number, 1-800-227-2345.
After Diagnosis: A Guide for Patient and Families (also in Spanish)
Sexuality for the Man With Cancer (also in Spanish)
Sexuality for the Woman With Cancer (also in Spanish)
Surgery (also in Spanish)
Understanding Chemotherapy: A Guide for Patients and Families (also in Spanish)
Understanding Radiation Therapy: A Guide for Patients and Families (also in Spanish)
Where to Turn: Patient and Family Support Program Overview Pamphlet (also in Spanish)
Books
The following books are available from the American Cancer Society. Call us to ask about cost or to place your order.
Couples Confronting Cancer: Keeping Your Relationship Strong
What Helped Get Me Through: Cancer Survivors Share Wisdom and Hope
National organizations and Web sites*
Along with the American Cancer Society, other sources of information and support include:
Fertile Hope
Toll-free number: 1-866-965-7205
Web site: www.fertilehope.org
Provides a list of fertility specialists and sperm banks, and information on fertility risks, options, and research studies. Financial help is available from Sharing Hope, a program for newly diagnosed cancer patients who wish to preserve fertility by egg freezing, embryo freezing, or sperm banking (must meet eligibility requirements).
International Council on Infertility Information Dissemination (INCIID)
Telephone: 703-379-9178
Web site: www.inciid.org
Offers information on getting early care with qualified specialists and how to find them; fertility fact sheets; online support forums and weekly chat sessions; and “From INCIID the Heart,” help for in vitro fertilization for those with financial and medical need, but without health insurance to cover it (Click “Programs and Initiatives” on the INCIID home page.)
RESOLVE: The National Infertility Association
Telephone number: 703-556-7172
Web site: www.resolve.org
Provides information on the infertility journey, including treatment, coping, third party reproduction, adoption, child-free living, advocacy, and more. Also has fact sheets and personal stories. Local chapters/affiliates can be found on the Web site. Offers education and support groups; online community also available.
American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM)
Telephone: 205-978-5000
Web site: www.asrm.org
Offers infertility information, fact sheets, and booklets on adoption, genetic screening for birth defects, in vitro fertilization, sexual problems, reproduction information for cancer patients, and more. Some info available in Spanish. Has a directory of ASRM member doctors.
American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
Toll-free number: 1-888-651-3038
Web site: www.cancer.net
A comprehensive online resource providing oncologist-approved cancer information to help patients and families make informed health care decisions. Has “ASCO’s Guideline on Fertility Preservation” for patients available for free at www.cancer.net/patientguides.
Young Cancer Spouses
Web site: www.youngcancerspouses.org
An Internet-only organization for young spouses of adults with cancer to share ideas, lend support, and deal with emotions. “Newly Diagnosed -- A Quick Guide” is an online booklet that covers the emotional impact of a cancer diagnosis, caring for oneself, fertility issues, medical procedures, and employment/insurance issues; practical caregiving; tips on how caregivers can also take care of themselves; and an online forum and bulletin board.
American Academy of Adoption Attorneys
Telephone: 202-832-2222
Web site: www.adoptionattorneys.org
Offers list of experienced adoption attorneys.
American Association of Tissue Banking (AATB)
Telephone: 703-827-9582-
Web site: www.aatb.org
Lists those sperm banks that have received accreditation by the AATB
American Fertility Organization
Toll-free number: 1-888-917-3777
Web site: www.theafa.org
Offers a toll free information and support line about fertility issues.
Directory of Sperm Banks
Web site: www.spermbankdirectory.com
Maintains basic sperm banking information along with lists of sperm banks in the United States.
No matter who you are, we can help. Contact us anytime, day or night, for information and support. Call us at 1-800-227-2345 or visit www.cancer.org.
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