More information from your American Cancer Society
The following related information may also be helpful to you. Free copies of these materials may be ordered from our toll-free number, 1-800-227-2345, or you can read them on the Internet at www.cancer.org.
More on checking women for breast cancer
Breast Cancer Early Detection (also in Spanish)
Non-Cancerous Breast Conditions (also in Spanish)
For Women Facing a Breast Biopsy (also in Spanish)
If you or someone you love has breast cancer
After Diagnosis: A Guide for Patients and Families (also in Spanish)
Breast Cancer Detailed Guide (also in Spanish)
Breast Cancer Overview (shorter and easier to read than the Detailed Guide; also in Spanish)
Breast Cancer in Men Detailed Guide
Breast Cancer Dictionary (also in Spanish)
Breast Reconstruction After Mastectomy (also in Spanish)
Talking with Your Doctor (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)
National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program (NBCCEDP)
Toll-free number: 1-800-232-4636 (1-800-CDC-INFO)
Web site: www.cdc.gov/cancer/bbccedp
To find out more about the NBCCEDP, which provides breast and cervical cancer early detection testing for women without coverage for free or at very little cost
National Cancer Institute
Toll-free number: 1-800-422-6237 (1-800-4-CANCER)
Web site: www.cancer.gov
Offers current information about breast cancer screening, diagnosis, and treatment as well as information on many other types of cancer
Susan G. Komen for the Cure
Toll-free number: 1-877-465-6636
Web site: www.komen.org
Offers information on breast health and breast cancer; some written materials are in Spanish, Arabic, Chinese, Vietnamese, Russian, and Korean
Y-Me National Breast Cancer Organization
Toll-free number: 1-800-221-2141
Toll-free number for Spanish: 1-800-986-9505
Web site: www.y-me.org/
Patients and partners may be matched with peer counselors; has information and materials about breast health, early detection, breast cancer (including advanced disease), and clinical trials
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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