Questions and Answers About Cancer
Also available in: Spanish
Answers to general questions about cancer: what it is, what the common signs and symptoms are, how it is treated, and whether it can be prevented.... Details >
National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health |
714-X (PDQ®)
An overview of the use of 714-X as a treatment for cancer. The summary includes a brief history of 714-X research; a review of laboratory, animal, and human studies; and possible side effects of 714-X... Details >
National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health |
Access to Investigational Drugs:
A fact sheet that defines investigational drugs (drugs under study, but not yet FDA approved) and describes how patients and doctors cn obtain them.... Details >
Cancer Information Service, National Cancer Institute |
American Indian and Alaska Native Women's Health: Cancer
Links on this page lead to information on breast, cervical, ovarian, and colorectal cancer.... Details >
Indian Health Service |
American Indians/Alaska Natives and Cancer
Facts about American Indians and Alaska Natives and cancer.... Details >
Intercultural Cancer Council |
Antineoplastons
Brief overview of antineoplastons, a complementary and alternative therapy for cancer.... Details >
Cancer Information Service, National Cancer Institute |
Cancell/Entelev (PDQ®)
An overview of the use of Cancell/Entelev as a cancer treatment. The summary includes a review of Cancell/Entelev history and research. Cancell/Entelev, also known by the names Sheridan's Formula, Ji... Details >
National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health |
Cancer and American Indian/Alaska Native Women
This brief fact sheet describes how cancer affects minority women.... Details >
National Women's Health Information Center, U.S. Public Health Service's Office on Women's Health |
Cancer Facts for People Over 50
Also available in: Spanish
Cancer strikes people of all ages, but you are more likely to get cancer as they get older, even if no one in the family has had it. You can help safeguard your health by learning the warning signs of... Details >
National Institute on Aging, National Institutes of Health |
Cancer Genetics
Links to patient and health professionals information about genetics and gene testing related to cancer. These include a list of genetic cancer types; policies that regulate genetic testing; a search ... Details >
National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health |
Cancer Genetics Services Directoy
This directory lists professionals who provide services related to cancer genetics (cancer risk assessment, genetic counseling, genetic susceptibility testing, and others).... Details >
National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health |
Cancer Information Service: Questions and Answers
Also available in: Spanish
A fact sheet about NCI's Cancer Information Service, a resource that provides the latest and most accurate cancer information to patients and facilies, the public, and health professionals.... Details >
Cancer Information Service, National Cancer Institute |
Cancer Prevention and Control Page - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Also available in: Spanish
Prevention control resources that focus on the National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program, the National Program of Cancer Registries, the National Skin Cancer Prevention Education Pro... Details >
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services |
Cancer Registries: The Foundation for Cancer Prevention and Control Fact Sheet
A summary of the operation of the national network of cancer registries, a surveillance tool that serves as the foundation for the national strategy to reduce illness and death from cancer. The inform... Details >
Division of Cancer Prevention and Control, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention |
Cancer Support Groups: Questions and Answers
A fact sheet that discusses the significance of mututal support for patients and family members and explains how to find a support group suited to individual needs.... Details >
Cancer Information Service, National Cancer Institute |
cancer.gov--Complementary and Alternative Medicine Cancer Treatment
Healing philosophies, approaches, and therapies used in addition to, or instead of, traditional treatments. These summaries generally include an overview, reviews of preclinical and human/clinical stu... Details >
National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health |
Cartilage (Bovine and Shark) (PDQ®)
An overview of the uses of cartilage products in the United States. The summary includes a brief history of cartilage research, results of clinical trials, and possible side effects of cartilage use.... Details >
National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health |
CDC's Cancer Links
This web site links users to Federal and non-federal cancer agencies and organizations, and cancer support services; cancer databases, clinical guidelines for various cancers and other related cancer ... Details >
Division of Cancer Prevention and Control, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention |
CDC's Cancer Publications
Cancer related publications available online and for download in PDF format. Icludes general and specific information -- breast, cervical, prostate skin and colorectal cancers included -- cancer regis... Details >
Division of Cancer Prevention and Control, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention |
Chemotherapy and Your Mouth
Also available in: Spanish
This booklet will tell you ways to help prevent mouth problems so you'll get the most from your cancer treatment.
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National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, National Institutes of Health |
Clinical Trials: Understanding Clinical Trials
Also available in: Spanish
This web page describes clinical trials, why they are important, where they take place and who is eligible. The pros and cons associated with trials, informed consent, and the protection of patients ... Details >
National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health |
Coenzyme Q10 (PDQ®)
An overview of the use of coenzyme Q10 in cancer therapy. The summary includes a history of coenzyme Q10 research, a review of laboratory studies, and data from investigations involving humans. Includ... Details >
National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health |
Complementary and Alternative Medicine in Cancer Treatment: Questions and Answers
Also available in: Spanish
Answers your questions online about the use of alternative medicine as a treatment option for cancer. Includes a list of referrals for additional information.... Details >
National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health |
Depression and Cancer
Research has enabled many men, women, and young people with cancer to survive and to lead fuller, more productive lives, both while they are undergoing treatment, and afterwards. As with other serious... Details >
National Institute of Mental Health, National Institutes of Health |
Diet: Food Choice Recommendations for Reducing Risk of Cancer
This fact sheet provides a general overview on food groups you should choose and the ones you should avoid to reduce cancer risk.... Details >
American Academy of Family Physicians |
Elements of Cancer Genetics Risk Assessment and Counseling (PDQ®)
A description of current approaches to assessing and counseling people about their chance of having an inherited susceptibility to cancer. This information is intended mainly for use by doctors and ot... Details >
National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health |
Facing Forward: A Guide for Cancer Survivors
A concise overview of some of the most important survivor issues and practical ideas to help cancer survivors look ahead. If you are just finishing cancer treatment, the information may prepare you fo... Details >
National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health |
Fertility and cancer: What to know before you begin treatment
Infertility after cancer is a concern for both men and women. Whether your treatment will render you unable to have children in the future depends on your type and stage of cancer and the type and dos... Details >
Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research |
Followup Care: Questions and Answers
A fact sheet that provides information about followup medical care for patients who have completed cancer treatment.... Details >
Cancer Information Service, National Cancer Institute |
Garlic: Effects on Cardiovascular Risks and Disease, Protective Effects Against Cancer, and Clinical Adverse Effects
This evidence report summarizes clinical studies of garlic in humans. It addresses the effects on cardiovascular-related disease and factors such as lipids, blood pressure, glucose, atherosclerosis, a... Details >
Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality |
Gerson Therapy
A brief overview of Gerson therapy, a dietary approach that has been used by some to treat cancer and other diseases and that focuses on the role of minerals, enzymes, hormones, and other dietary fact... Details >
Cancer Information Service, National Cancer Institute |
Hydrazine Sulfate (PDQ®)
The summary includes a brief history of hydrazine sulfate research, results of clinical trials, and possible side effects of hydrazine sulfate use. Hydrazine sulfate is a monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhib... Details >
National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health |
Laetrile/Amygdalin (PDQ®)
An overview of the use of laetrile as an anticancer treatment. The summary includes a history of laetrile research, a review of laboratory studies, the results of clinical trials, and possible side ef... Details >
National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health |
Lymphoma Focus
Lymphoma Focus delivers information that represents the most current body of knowledge on lymphoma, enabling patients to make informed treatment and quality of life decisions and also assisting physic... Details >
Lymphoma Research Foundation of America |
Marijuana Use in Supportive Care for Cancer Patients
A fact sheet about marijuana use to treat chemotherapy-induced nausea, vomiting, anorexia and cachexia in cancer patients... Details >
Cancer Information Service, National Cancer Institute |
Mesothelioma: Questions and Answers
A fact sheet about the risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of mesothelioma.... Details >
Cancer Information Service, National Cancer Institute |
National Cancer Institute Research on Childhood Cancers
A fact sheet about trends in childhood cancers in the United States and NCI's current research on childhood cancers.... Details >
Cancer Information Service, National Cancer Institute |
National Cancer Institute's Clinical Trials Cooperative Group Program
A fact sheet about NCI program for academic institutions and treament centers that work with NCI to design and conduct clinical trials... Details >
Cancer Information Service, National Cancer Institute |
National Organizations that Offer Services to People with Cancer and Their Families
A fact sheet that lists organizations which provide cancer patients and their families with finacial and emotional support, advocacy, and information.... Details >
Cancer Information Service, National Cancer Institute |
National Program of Cancer Registries
Since 1994, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has administered the National Program of Cancer Registries (NPCR). The NPCR currently helps states and territories to improve cancer re... Details >
Division of Cancer Prevention and Control, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention |
NCI Cancer Facts
Also available in: Spanish
A wide range of accurate, credible cancer information from peer-reviewed PDQ® summaries on state-of-the-art care, cancer fact sheets and other publications. Information is based on the results of curr... Details >
National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health |
NCI Fact Sheet: Garlic and Cancer Prevention
This document introduces the benefits of garlic and its organic allyl sulfur components as effective inhibitors of the cancer process. ... Details >
National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health |
NCI Fact Sheet: Tea and Cancer Prevention
This document provides a general overview on research of antioxidants found in tea--called catechins--for the prevention and treatment of a variety of cancers. ... Details >
National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health |
Obesity and Cancer
A fact sheet that summarizes research on the potential link between obesity and cancer risk.... Details >
Cancer Information Service, National Cancer Institute |
Oncology Tools
For access to such documents as cancer drug labeling, approval summaries, and advisory committee transcripts, consumers, patients, and health care professionals can search Oncology Tools by specific t... Details >
Center for Drug Evaluation and Research, U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
Oral Care Provider's Reference Guide to Oncology Patients
A pocket guide for oral health professionals that provides guidelines for the prevention and management of oral complications in patients receiving radiation therapy to the head and neck , chemotherap... Details >
National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, National Institutes of Health |
Oral Complications of Cancer Treatment: What the Oral Health Team Can Do
This oral health education fact sheet was written for oral health professionals. The fact sheet focuses on preventing and managing oral complications to help support optimal cancer therapy and enhance... Details >
National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, National Institutes of Health |
Oral Contraceptives and Cancer Risk
Also available in: Spanish
A fact sheet about research on the risk of developing cancer of the breast, cervix, liver and ovary from the use of oral contraceptives.... Details >
Cancer Information Service, National Cancer Institute |
Oral Health, Cancer Care and You Campaign
This health awareness campaign is intended to address the oral health complications of cancer patients who are undergoing radiation, chemotherapy or bone marrow treatments. Campaign materials are avai... Details >
National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, National Institutes of Health |
Pain (PDQ®)
Help for the cancer patient with issues related to taking care of pain -- why it is important and common worries that may keep a patient from seeking relief. Also offers a guide for talking with a d... Details >
National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health |
PDQ® Cancer Information Summaries: Prevention
Answers questions on cancer prevention methods and discusses the results of clinical trials and research on cancer prevention..... Details >
National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health |
PDQ® Cancer Information Summaries: Screening/Detection (Testing for Cancer)
Answers questions about cancer diagnosis, screening and detection. Also discusses various imaging methods and interpretation of laboratory results..... Details >
National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health |
PDQ® Cancer Information Summaries: Supportive Care
Also available in: Spanish
This page links consumers and health care professionals to cancer information summaries related to a variety of common complications of cancer and its treatment. Topics covered include anxiety disorde... Details >
National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health |
PDQ® Cancer Information Summaries: Treatment
Also available in: Spanish
This page links users to over 80 types of adult and childhood cancers and include the well-known as well as the more obscure cancer types. Consumers and health care professionals can select from the a... Details >
National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health |
PDQ®: Questions and Answers
Also available in: Spanish
A fact sheet about the NCI's PDQ database.
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Cancer Information Service, National Cancer Institute |
Questions and Answers About Cancell/Entelev
Answers to 10 questions about Cancell/Entelev, a complementary and alternative therapy for cancer and other diseases.... Details >
National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health |
Questions and Answers About Coenzyme Q10
Answers to frequently asked questions about Coenzyme Q10, a complementary and alternative therapy for cancer and other diseases.... Details >
Cancer Information Service, National Cancer Institute |
Questions and Answers About Cryosurgery in Cancer Treatment
Answers to questions about the use of cryosurgery to treat internal cancer tumors, including tumors of the prostate.... Details >
National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health |
Questions and Answers About Laetrile/Amygdalin
Answers to frequently asked questions about laetrile/amydalin as a complementary and alternative therapy for cancer and other diseases.... Details >
Cancer Information Service, National Cancer Institute |
Radiation Therapy and You: A Guide to Self-Help During Treatment
What to expect and how to care for yourself if you are receiving radiation therapy for cancer. Descriptions of external radiation therapy and brachytherapy using radiation implants; radiation therapy ... Details >
National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health |
Radiation Treatment and Your Mouth
This booklet was written for patients who are being treated with radiation for cancer of the head or neck. While radiation helps treat cancer it can also cause side effects that will cause problems i... Details >
National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, National Institutes of Health |
Search for Clinical Trials
This web page allows users to search the physician data query (PDQ) database for clinical trials in a variety of ways including cancer type, trial type, trial location, trial status and protocol ID nu... Details >
National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health |
Selenium Lowers Incidence of Lung, Colorectal, and Prostate Cancers
Details of a 10-year cancer prevention trial which suggests that dietary supplements of the trace element selenium may significantly lower the incidence of prostate, colorectal, and lung cancers in pe... Details >
National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health |
Soft Tissue Sarcomas: Questions and Answers
A fact sheet about cancers that develop in tissues that connect, support or surround othere structures and organs of the body.... Details >
Cancer Information Service, National Cancer Institute |
Special Populations Publications Index - National Cancer Institute (NCI)
Also available in: Spanish
List of NCI publications with a focus on cancer prevention information written especially for minorities -- African Americans, Native Americans and Hispanic Americans. Includes information on food cho... Details >
National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health |
Synovial Sarcoma
A fact sheet about a rare type of cancer that occurs in tendons, bursae, or the cavity that separates the bones of certain joints.... Details >
Cancer Information Service, National Cancer Institute |
Taking Time: Support for People With Cancer and the People Who Care About Them
Written for individuals affected by cancer, the text of this document is based on letters, observations, books, and articles from and by cancer patients, families, friends and caregivers. It is intend... Details >
National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health |
Three Good Reasons to See a Dentist: Tip Sheet for Cancer Patients
Also available in: Spanish
Your cancer treatment may be easier if you work with your dentist and hygienist. Make sure you have a pretreatment dental checkup. ... Details >
National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, National Institutes of Health |
Understanding Angiogenesis
An illustrated description of angiogenesis and its importance in cancer research.
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Cancer Information Service, National Cancer Institute |
University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center: Treatment & Research
This site provides information about ongoing clinical trials and research in non-conventional/alternative medicine cancer treatment options. Information about participation in these trials is availabl... Details >
Educational Institution--Follow the Resource URL for More Information |
What You Need To Know About™ Cancer Index
Discusses symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, emotional issues, and questions to ask your doctor if your diagnosis is one of the selected cancers listed at this web site.... Details >
National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health |
Young People With Cancer: A Handbook for Parents
A guide written for parents of a child with cancer. It addresses some of the most common questions about cancer in the young, combining medical information with practical suggestions. Special consider... Details >
National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health |
Your Cancer Risk
Your Cancer Risk is a risk assessment tool that offers users a personalized method for estimating and lowering their risk of the 12 of the most common cancers. The web site is maintained by the Harv... Details >
Educational Institution--Follow the Resource URL for More Information |
