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American Cancer Society patient programs
The American Cancer Society is the nationwide community-based
voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a
major health problem by preventing cancer, saving lives, and
diminishing suffering from cancer, through research, education,
advocacy, and service. The Society is headquartered in Atlanta,
Georgia, with 13 chartered Divisions and a local presence in nearly
every community nationwide.
The Society is the largest source of private, nonprofit cancer
research funds in the United States. The Society's programs focus on
tobacco control, sun protection, diet and nutrition, comprehensive
school health education, early detection, and treatment. A variety of
service and rehabilitation programs are available to patients and their
families. Through its advocacy program, the Society educates policy
makers about cancer and how it affects the individuals and families
they represent. For more information call the American Cancer Society
at 1-800-ACS-2345 or visit our Web site at www.cancer.org. Some
of the
Society's patient service programs include:
Cancer
Survivors Network (CSN)SM
The CSN is an American Cancer Society resource created by and
for cancer survivors and their families to address the need to connect
with others who have been touched by cancer. People in this virtual
community share experiences, strength, and hope using the free,
interactive service on the Web through www.acscsn.org.
Reach
to Recovery®
This peer support program is for women who have a personal
concern about breast cancer. This program provides information and
support to women by connecting them with someone who has been through
the breast cancer experience herself--the Reach to Recovery volunteer.
The patient may meet or talk to a volunteer at any point during her
breast cancer experience.
"tlc"™
magalog
This free magazine-catalog is for women being treated for
cancer. The catalog has products especially designed for breast cancer
survivors, as well as for women who have hair loss because of cancer
treatment. "tlc" offers a variety of products that can help ease the
appearance-related side effects of cancer treatment, and the format
allows the woman to shop from the privacy of her own home. "tlc" also
offers practical information about concerns women being treated for
cancer may have.
Look Good...Feel
Better®
This nationwide public service program helps women learn to
overcome the appearance-related side effects associated with cancer
treatment. Trained volunteers offer guidance and instruction to women
in a supportive environment, helping them regain their confidence and
self-esteem. This program is co-sponsored by the American Cancer
Society, the Personal Care Products Council, and the National
Cosmetology Association.
Man
to Man
This self-help and/or support group program provides
information and support to men with prostate cancer about prostate
cancer and related issues. Some Man to Man groups may invite wives and
partners to attend meetings. In other locations, wives and partners may
meet separately in a group setting called Side by Side.
I Can
Cope®
This series of educational classes is for people with cancer,
their families, and friends. This program gives facts, encouragement,
and practical hints from health care professionals and community
representatives.
More information from your American Cancer
Society
We have selected some related information that may also be
helpful to you. These materials may be viewed on our Web site or
ordered from our toll-free number 1-800-ACS-2345.
- After Diagnosis: A Guide for Patients and Families (also
available in Spanish)
The following books are available from the American Cancer
Society. Call us at 1-800-ACS-2345 to ask about costs or to place your
order.
National organizations and Web sites*
In addition to the American Cancer Society, other sources of
patient information and support include:
Job Accommodation Network
Toll-free number: 1-800-526-7234
TTY: 1-877-781-9403
Web site: www.jan.wvu.edu
National Cancer Institute (NCI)
Toll-free number: 1-800-4-CANCER or 1-800-422-6237
Web site: www.cancer.gov
National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship (NCCS)
Toll-free number: 1-877-622-7937: To order the Cancer Survival
Toolbox® or some publications
Toll-free number: 1-888-650-9127
Web site: www.canceradvocacy.org
Patient Advocate Foundation
Toll-free number: 1-800-532-5274
Web site: www.patientadvocate.org
* Inclusion on
this list does not imply endorsement by the
American Cancer Society
No matter who you are, we can help. Contact us anytime, day or
night, for information and support. Call us at 1-800-ACS-2345 or
visit
www.cancer.org.
Last Medical Review: 06/24/2008
Last Revised: 06/24/2008
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