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 |
Cancer Facts for People Over 50
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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 Information Service: Questions and Answers
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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
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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.gov: Cancer Information from the National Cancer Institute
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Accurate and up-to-date information on cancer prevention, cause, detection, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation designed for the use of cancer patients and their families health professionals and... Details >
National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health |
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
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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 |
Complementary and Alternative Medicine in Cancer Treatment: Questions and Answers
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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 |
Financial Assistance for Cancer Care
Also available in: Spanish
This fact sheet lists organizations that can help patients and their families with financial assistance during treatment.... Details >
Cancer Information Service, National Cancer Institute |
Home Care for Cancer Patients
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This fact sheet provides information about the various services provided by home care agencies and financial assistance available from government, public, and private agencies.... Details >
Cancer Information Service, National Cancer Institute |
