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Breast Cancer Links
- American Cancer Society-Breast Cancer
Answers to questions about cancer, its causes and risk factors; the latest strategies for prevention; new diagnostic techniques; and the latest treatment options.
- Look Good...Feel Better Program
A free national program designed to help improve the sel-image and esteem of women experiencing appearance-related side effects from treatment. Provides hands on, self-help instruction and education with professionals.
- National Alliance of Breast Cancer Organizations (NABCO)
Information, assistance and referral to anyone with questions about breast cancer; acts as a voice for the interests and concerns of breast cancer survivors and women at risk.
- The National Lymphedema Network
Creates awareness of Lymphedema through education; promotes and supports the availability of quality medical treatment. Extensive newsletter publishes cutting-edge articles, treatments and centers available, health care professionals and products, support groups, PenPals, updated legislature, conferences and events.
- Reach to Recovery - (800) ACS-2345
This is a program of the American Cancer Society. A soft form can be sent immediately following breast surgery. Your healthcare provider needs to call. In addition, trained volunteers who themselves had breast cancer may visit you and provide support and information
- Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation
Susan G. Komen is a national organization of volunteers working through local chapters to raise money for breast cancer research, education, treatment and screenings. Since 1982, Komen has raised over $90 million. Funds area available for the underserved population for preventative methods, such as mammography and clinical breast exams.
- Y-Me National Breast Cancer Hotline
The most comprehensive breast cancer support program in the country; a 24-hour hotline for peer counseling on breast cancer topics; pre-surgical counseling; newsletters; and a wig and prosthesis bank for women with limited financial means.
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