DISEASE DIRECTORY

Sunday, October 12, 2008


Allergies
Blood Disorders
Cancer
Cardiovascular Disorders
Communication Disorders
Digestive Disorders
Ear Nose and Throat
Endocrine Disorders
Eye Disorders
Genetic Disorders
Immune Disorders
Infectious Diseases
Musculoskeletal Disorders
Neurological Disorders
Nutrition and Metabolism Disorders
Rare Disorders
Respiratory Conditions
Skin Disorders
Sleep Disorders
Urological Disorders
Wounds and Injuries



  • A Notebook Guide for Newly Diagnosed Cancer Patients - Information for people who have just received the diagnosis. Includes links, a message board and details about the author.
  • About.com: Cancer - Presents general overview information on many of the main kinds of tumors. Includes news, doctor search, glossary and access to support hotlines.
  • AllExperts Oncology Q&A - Comprehensive directory of cancer experts volunteering to answer both general and disease-specific questions.
  • American Institute for Cancer Research - Diet, Nutrition and ... - Cancer prevention information from the American Institute for Cancer Research - AICR - the leading national charity for research and education programs in diet
  • Arlin Cancer Resource Center - Online extension of the reading room and interactive library of the Westchester Medical Center in Hawthorne, New York.
  • atCancer - Gives access to a MEDLINE-related search engine, as well as to reference links.
  • BBC News: Cancer the Facts - A guide to several types of tumors and their treatments including audio from experts, survivors' stories and news archives.
  • Best Practices: Cancer Prevention and Control - National Governor's Association resource designed to provide a clearinghouse of standards related to tumor care.
  • BetterCancerCare - Provides general information and links, as well as the My Cancer Diary communication and documentation tool.
  • Cancer Advice UK - Advice and information about diagnosis and treatment issues. Includes leaflets, book suggestions, links and support groups.
  • Cancer Chart - Quick reference listing of the most common tumor types.
  • Cancer Information Services - Information from the U.S. National Cancer Institute including access to links, press releases and publications.
  • Cancer Leadership Council - A patient-centered forum of national advocacy organizations addressing public policy issues.
  • Cancer Lynx - An online 'zine for patients and professionals.
  • Cancer Mondial - The International Agency for Research on Cancer provides access to reports and databases on occurrence and characteristics.
  • Cancer Network.com - Information resource aimed at health professionals. Requires registration.
  • Cancer Nutrition Center - Explores the link between tumors and nutrition. Offers dietary advice for patients.
  • Cancer Options UK - Designed to help patients and families find appropriate treatment options and services. Provides access to a nurse specialist.
  • Cancer Page - Information and community resources including chat rooms, message boards, physician directory and clinical trials.
  • Cancer Rates and Risks - Provides international incidence and mortality rates including information about risk factors. From the U.S. National Cancer Institute.
  • Cancer Research and Prevention Foundation - Cancer prevention and ... - CRPF Funds New Research - Provides Nearly Half a Million Dollars in Support - In its latest round of funding, the Cancer Research and Prevention Foundation
  • Cancer Research UK: Home - Welcome to Cancer Research UK. How to use this site. Website highlights. e-Newsletter sign up. Dr Helen McNeil, Cancer Research UK Scientist.
  • Cancer-Help - Gives patients general online information while working to expand access to developmental drugs.
  • Cancer.com - Provides treatment information, support group listings, online education, decision-making resources, physician locator services and risk assessment tools.
  • CancerBACUP - Information and support from this UK organization which addresses many of the types of tumors. Includes access to online booklets and other resources.
  • CancerCare - Topics of interest to patients and their families including treatment side-effects, pain control, nutrition and bereavement.
  • CancerDirect - Patient consultation service offering treatment advice, online second opinions and oncologist referral for individual disease.
  • CancerEducation - Disseminates educational programming in a multimedia electronic clips format. Aimed at both a lay and professional audience.
  • CancerFatigue - Discusses causes and management of this vexing and potentially quite serious symptom. Provides access to a nurse for questions.
  • CancerFit - Details the activities of a program at the Sedona Racquet Club in Arizona. Designed to help survivors maintain good physical, emotional and spiritual fitness.
  • CancerGuide - A survivor provides a comprehensive orientation to help motivated patients begin to actively engage their disease and their health care team.
  • CancerGuide: Steve Dunn's Cancer Information Page - CancerGuide is dedicated to helping you find the answers to your questions about cancer, and especially to helping you find the questions you need to ask.
  • CancerHelpOnline - Links to many related support sites.
  • CancerLinks.org - Resources about the condition and treatment in a links format.
  • Cancerlinksusa.com - Information and links for all types of tumors.
  • CancerNausea.com - Presents information to help manage nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy or radiation treatments.
  • CancerNet - Credible, current and comprehensive cancer information from the U.S. National Cancer Institute.
  • CancerNews.com - Articles and links pertaining to many related topics.
  • Cancerpage - cancer information & community - GO TO American Cancer Society website support and information group. Cancer News via Email It's Fast It's Free Sign Up Now! Are Clinical Trials For Me?
  • Cancerpoint - A UK information source which includes access to support resources and a forum.
  • CancerSource - Provides information about prevention, detection, diagnosis, treatment and symptom management. Offers access to news, support groups and email lists.
  • CancerSupport UK - An online directory of resources.
  • CancerTrack - Access to related news, books and links.
  • Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation National Office ... ... - Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation (CCCF) is a national non-profit membership organization whose mission is to educate, support, serve, and advocate
  • Cellscience: A-Z Cancer Directory - Links-based listing in areas such as research, hospitals, charities, funding and education.
  • Chemotherapy-Induced Nausea and Vomiting - A detailed review of this subject in pdf format aimed at the professional level.
  • Colon Cancer Alliance: Support and Information for People Affected ... - become a member | order form | colorectal cancer glossary | symptoms | voices campaign. Learn about Colorectal Cancer Screening Click here for more..
  • Conversations in Care - Explores the challenges surrounding physician and patient communications in cancer.
  • COX-2 Inhibitors: Cancer - Information about these treatment agents which is based on an educational grant from the Pharmacia company.
  • DIPEx: Cancer - Includes audio and video interviews of patient experiences.
  • Fox Chase Cancer Center - The mission of Fox Chase Cancer Center is to reduce the burden of human cancer through the pursuit of new knowledge in basic biological research; to conduct
  • Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center - a world leader in cancer ... - The Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center is a world-renowned research institution which for more than 25 years has pursued its mission to eliminate cancer as
  • Guide to Internet Resources for Cancer - Non-profit directory of information sorted by disease type, country and treatment.
  • HCA Cancer Guides - General information including treatment options.
  • Health Professionals: Cancer Resources - Links to sites around the world from this Manchester, England hospital resource.
  • Hematology Oncology News & Issues - Headline news and articles for cancer professionals and patients.
  • Hologuides: Cancer - Information about various tumors in a links format.
  • Home Main - American Association for Cancer Research - American Association for Cancer Research represents 15000 laboratory and clinical scientists engaged in basic, translational and clinical cancer research in
  • Imperial Cancer Research Fund - News and information about the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of this condition. A UK charity site.
  • Innovative Solutions in Healthcare - Provides general information and links regarding specific cancers. Lists associated physicians and institutions.
  • InteliHealth: Cancer - Medical information, articles and news covering a variety of tumors and related issues.
  • iVillage.com: Cancer - Information about the prevention and treatment of the various forms of this condition.
  • Ladies Home Journal: Cancer - Links to articles about skin and breast tumors.
  • Lung Cancer Online - Lung Cancer Online is a directory of information and resources for lung cancer patients and their families.
  • Manage CINV - Offers patients and professionals information about chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting.
  • MCW Healthlink: Cancer - Medical College of Wisconsin Physicians and Clinics resource which provides news articles and information about recent developments.
  • MD Anderson Cancer Center - MD Anderson Cancer Center is making cancer history everyday, with our outstanding patient care ,leading-edge treatment research.
  • MedicineNet: Cancer - Presents information such as prevention and treatment side-effects. Also gives resources including links, articles and support groups.
  • Meds.com: Cancer Glossary - Aims to provide a better understanding of words frequently used in patient care.
  • Moffitt Cancer Network - MCN provides online education for patients and physicians on advances in care and research.
  • Nature Reviews Cancer Articles - Nature Reviews Cancer features science articles for those investigating the molecular basis of cancer to those involved in translational research.
  • Nature: Cancer Update - Service which provides access to news articles and reports about recent research activity. Registration required.
  • NBCC - NBCC - National Breast Cancer Coalition - Breast Cancer; Cancer; Advocacy; Grassroots; Activist; Clinical Trials; Quality Care; women; non-profit organization; Fran Visco;.
  • NCCF.org, National Childhood Cancer Foundation - The NATIONAL CHILDHOOD CANCER FOUNDATION is leading the search to cure childhood cancer.More than 12500 children and adolescents are diagnosed with cancer
  • NCCS - National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship - NCCS has Moved! Please update your bookmarks/favorites for our new URL. NCCS is now. http://www.canceradvocacy.org.
  • NCI Center for Cancer Research - U.S. government resource which provides access to information for researchers and about collaborations. Aimed at the professional level.
  • NetCancerAlert - Provides access to articles and links which are oncology related.
  • NetHealthBook: Cancer - Symptoms, diagnostic tests and treatments of the most common cancers are described.
  • Nexcura: Cancer Facts - Provides current information and access to a clinical trials profiler.
  • Oil of Pisces - News summaries concerning the relationship between dietary fish oils and cancer.
  • OncoLink - Extensive information including news, prevention, clinical trials, conferences and psychosocial support from the University of Pennsylvania Cancer Center.
  • Oncology Interactive Education Series - Commercial audio-visual educational resources for patients.
  • People Living With Cancer - Patient information from the American Society of Clinical Oncology.
  • Rare Cancer Alliance - Organization oriented to disseminating information about these conditions.
  • Romanian Cancer League - Eastern European organization with aims of education, prevention, treatment, support and advocacy.
  • Shirley's Wellness Cafe - Promotes holistic and alternative approaches for cancer prevention and treatment.
  • Suite 101 - Articles and links about cancer treatments.
  • Target Tumors - Information about targeted therapy approach in relation to a number of solid tumors.
  • The Cancer Group - Includes overviews about treatment, terminology, statistics, links, news and a discussion forum.
  • The Cancer Letter - Periodical which supplies news and current information about the state of research and treatment.
  • The Cancer Supportive Care Programs - Book excerpts covering such topics as psychosocial issues, support, nutrition, pain control and spirituality.
  • The National Ovarian Cancer Coalition - Welcome to the National Ovarian Cancer Resource Center. The following section will take you through some of the issues most commonly faced by cancer patients.
  • The Skin Cancer Foundation - However, by including these links to other sites, The Skin Cancer Foundation expressly disclaims any and all liability with respect to the access to or use of
  • The World Against Cancer - A conduit source consisting primarily of multi-lingual search engines.
  • WebMD Health: Cancer - Consumer health site which includes information for the newly diagnosed, as well as for those coping with chemotherapy.
  • Welcome to The Institute of Cancer Research - The Institute of Cancer Research, London, UK, specialises in basic and clinical research, training and education. Institute
  • Women's Cancer Network - Monday, February 02, 2004 Cervical Cancer Presentation, The New York Times Featured "Gynecologic Cancer - What Every Woman Needs to Know".
  • World Oncology Network - World directory of cancer specialists and hematologists.
  • Y-ME National Breast Cancer Organization - I've just been diagnosed with breast cancer. Understand your treatment options and their potential side effects. I'm looking for breast cancer information.
  • Your Cancer Risk: The Source on Prevention - What Is Cancer? What is Risk? What Is A Risk Factor? Developed by. Your Cancer Risk estimates your risk of cancer and provides personalized tips for prevention.
  • ZoeMed.com: Cancer Life Center - Presents an array of resources. Supported in partnership by the Ortho Biotech pharmaceutical firm.