In an effort to direct patients to the most useful information concerning breast and gynecologic cancer and treatment options, we have selected some key on-line resources for reference. We caution all patients to remember that not all on-line information is correct. If you are utilizing web sites to help make decisions about treatment options, or if you are concerned about any information you have found on the Internet, please be sure and review it with a member of your Cancer Care Northwest treatment team.

Breast Cancer On-Line Resources

www.4woman.gov/faq/cbreast.htm
This is the National Women’s Health Information Center site. It provides an overview of the disease and treatment options. 800-944-WOMAN.

www.cancer.gov/cancerinfo/wyntk/breast
This is the federal government’s National Cancer Institute site. 800-422-6237.

www.cancer.org
This is the American Cancer Society’s web site. 800-ACS-2345.

www.komen.org
Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation
Komen is the nation’s largest fund raising foundation dedicated to breast cancer. 800-462-9237.

http://bcsupport.org
On-line support group for breast cancer patients to share their experiences.

www.nabco.org
Web site for the National Alliance of Breast Cancer Organizations, the leading non-profit resource for breast cancer information and education. 888-80-NABCO.

www.patientcenters.com/breastcancer/
A web site focused on metastatic breast cancer (Individuals who have been initially diagnosed with stage IV cancer or who are facing a reoccurrence).

Gynecologic Cancer On-Line Resources

www.wcn.org
Web site of the Gynecologic Cancer Foundation. Excellent resource for information on all types of gynecologic cancers, prevention, detection and treatment. Also provides links to many other useful on-line resources. (Click on links from the home page). 312-644-6610.

http://cancernet.nci.nih.gov
Web site for the National Cancer Institute’s Cancer Information Service, a national information and education network. Printed materials include “What You Need To Know About Ovarian Cancer.” Trained specialists can also provide information by phone related to specific cancers. 800-4CANCER.

www.ovariancancer.com
Gilda Radner Familial Ovarian Cancer Registry. This is a registry to track families with a history of ovarian cancer. Educational material and peer support is available. 800-OVARIAN.

www.ovarian-news.org
“Conversations!’ The international newsletter for those fighting ovarian cancer. Subscriptions are free. 806-355-2565.

www.cancer.org
American Cancer Society. Provides resources and materials on all type of cancers including gynecologic cancer. Call center is available 24 hours a day. 800-ACS-2345

www.wcn.org/gcf/
Gynecologic Cancer Foundation. A non-profit organization established by the Society of Gynecologic Oncologists to support ovarian cancer research and patient education programs. 800-444-4441.

www.ovarian.org
National Ovarian Cancer Coalition, a national membership organization with sate chapters. Provides information about a wide range of ovarian cancer issues and resources. 888-OVARIAN.

www.ocrf.org
The Ovarian Cancer Research Fund. A non-profit organization dedicated to the cure of ovarian cancers. Supports patients and their families in understanding the disease and its treatment. 800-873-9569.

Other Useful Breast & Gynecologic Cancer On-Line Resources:

www.sharecancersupport.org
SHARE: Self-help for Women with Breast or Ovarian Cancer.
212-719-1204

www.cancercare.org
National non-profit agency that provides emotional support and information to cancer patients and their families at no charge. A wide range of in-depth teleconference programs are available on different cancers. (Not affiliated with Cancer Care Northwest). 800-813-4673.

www.cancersearch.org
National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship (NCCS). Founded for and by people with cancer, NCCS is a patient-led organization advocating quality care and support for all Americans. Offers a wider range of publications and programs. 877-622-7937.

Breast & Gynecologic Cancer Articles By Our Physicians

“New Issues In Breast Cancer”
Stephanie R. Moline, M.D.
Breast Surgeon
Cancer Care Northwest

“Cancer—Just Bad Luck?”
Elizabeth A. Grosen, M.D.
Gynecologic Oncologist
Cancer Care Northwest

“Gynecologic Cancer Basics”
Elizabeth A. Grosen, M.D. & Melanie K. Snyder, M.D.
Gynecologic Oncologists
Cancer Care Northwest