Cancer Support

Q: Where can I go if I have questions about cancer?

A: Coping with a new cancer diagnosis, caring for a loved one or dealing with post-treatment challenges can be confusing and scary. There are many cancer organizations and programs that provide information about a wide range of cancer topics - from diagnosis and clinical trials to treatment and long-term issues. Though this is not a complete list, a few of these resources are listed below. They are designed to help you find the answers that you need and connect you with additional services.

LAF's LIVESTRONG™ - Resource for Cancer Survivors - www.livestrong.org

National Cancer Institute (NCI)
Cancer Information Service of the National Cancer Institute (NCI)
1-800-4-CANCER
TTY: 1-800-332-8615
www.cancer.gov

CancerCare - 1-800-813-HOPE - www.cancercare.org

American Cancer Society (ACS) - 1-800-ACS-2345 - www.cancer.org

Q: Can you help me find a clinical trial?

A: Visit the following Web sites to find clinical trials in your area.

National Cancer Institute - www.cancer.gov

Coalition of National Cancer Cooperative Groups - www.cancertrialshelp.org

American Cancer Society - clinicaltrials.cancer.org

Children's Oncology Group - www.childrensoncologygroup.org

Q: Can you recommend a doctor or treatment facility?

A: The LAF does not compile or evaluate lists of oncologists or hospitals and cannot make recommendations regarding treatment. These decisions should be made in consultation with trained medical professionals.

Q: Can you recommend a course of treatment for my type of cancer?

A: The LAF cannot recommend a specific course of treatment. There are many types of cancer, different stages and high variability between any two patients. Treatment decisions should be made in consultation with trained medical professionals.

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