From your American Cancer Society
We have selected some related information that may also be helpful to you. Free copies of these materials may be ordered from our toll-free number, 1-800-227-2345, or they can be read on online at www.cancer.org.
More on cancer treatment
Understanding Chemotherapy: A Guide for Patients and Families (also in Spanish)
Understanding Radiation Therapy: A Guide for Patients and Families (also in Spanish)
Stem Cell Transplant (Peripheral Blood, Bone Marrow, and Cord Blood Transplants) (also in Spanish)
Understanding Your Lab Test Results
Nutrition for the Person With Cancer During Treatment: A Guide For Patients and Families (also in Spanish)
Vaccinations and cancer
For caregivers and family members
Caring for the Patient With Cancer At Home: A Guide for Patients and Families (also in Spanish)
Helping Children When a Family Member Has Cancer: Dealing With Treatment (also in Spanish)
National organizations and Web sites*
Along with the American Cancer Society, other sources of information and support include:
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Toll-free number: 1-800-232-4636 (1-800-CDC-INFO)
Web site: www.cdc.gov
Offers reliable information on infections, prevention, and vaccines as well as chronic diseases and other health information (also offered in Spanish)
National Cancer Institute
Toll-free number: 1-800-422-6237 (1-800-4-CANCER)
Web site: www.cancer.gov
Offers information on cancer and its treatment, a drug dictionary of common medicines used in cancer treatment, and coping with cancer (also offered in Spanish)
No matter who you are, we can help. Contact us anytime, day or night, for cancer-related information and support. Call us at 1-800-227-2345 or visit www.cancer.org.
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