Additional resources for malignant mesothelioma
More information from your American Cancer Society
We have some related information that may also be helpful to you. These materials can be ordered from our toll-free number 1-800-227-2345.
After Diagnosis: A Guide for Patients and Families (also available in Spanish)
Asbestos (also available in Spanish)
Caring for the Patient With Cancer at Home: A Guide for Patients and Families (also available in Spanish)
Clinical Trials: What You Need to Know (also available in Spanish)
Living With Uncertainty: The Fear of Cancer Recurrence
Pain Control: A Guide for Those With Cancer and Their Loved Ones (also available in Spanish)
Understanding Cancer Surgery: A Guide for Patients and Their Families (also available in Spanish)
Understanding Radiation Therapy: A Guide for Patients and Their Families (also available in Spanish)
Understanding Chemotherapy: A Guide for Patients and Their Families (also available in Spanish)
When Your Cancer Comes Back: Cancer Recurrence
Your American Cancer Society also has books that you might find helpful. Call us at 1-800-227-2345 or visit our bookstore online at cancer.org/bookstore to find out about costs or to place an order.
National organizations and Web sites*
In addition to the American Cancer Society, other sources of patient information and support include:
Information on asbestos
Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry
Toll-free number: 1-800-232-4636
Web site: www.atsdr.cdc.gov
Environmental Protection Agency
Telephone: 1-202-272-0167
Web site: www.epa.gov
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Toll-free number: 1-800-321-6742 (1-800-321-OSHA)
Web site: www.osha.gov
Information on mesothelioma and cancer in general
Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation
Toll-free number: 1-877-363-6376 (1-877-END-MESO)
Web site: www.curemeso.org
National Cancer Institute
Telephone: 1-800-422-6237 (1-800-4-CANCER)
Web site: www.cancer.gov
National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship
Toll-free number: 1-888-650-9127
1-877-NCCS-YES (622-7937) for some publications and Cancer Survivor Toolbox® orders
Web site: www.canceradvocacy.org
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.
Last Medical Review: 09/20/2012
Last Revised: 09/20/2012