Kidney Cancer Advocacy, Education, and Support Groups
The following organizations provide a variety of programs, educational materials, and other forms of support for people with kidney cancer, their family members, caregivers, and friends. However, remember that this is not an endorsement of these organizations and the information they provide. You should always discuss any questions or concerns you have with your health care provider.
American Cancer Society
http://www.cancer.org
1-800-ACS-2345 (toll-free information line)
1-866-228-4327 for TTY
The American Cancer Society (ACS) is a national organization working to eradicate cancer through research, advocacy, and service. Among its many services, the ACS has a call center that operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to answer questions about cancer and link callers with resources in their communities.
CancerCare
http://www.cancercare.org
Telephone: 1-800-813-4673
E-mail: info@cancercare.org
CancerCare, founded in 1944, is a national nonprofit organization that provides free, professional support services to anyone affected by cancer: people with cancer, caregivers, children, loved ones, and the bereaved. CancerCare programs–including counseling, education, financial assistance, and practical help–are provided by trained oncology social workers and are completely free.
National Cancer Institute
http://www.cancer.gov
1-800-422-6237
TTY: 1-800-332-8615
The NCI is a federal organization and a component of the National Institutes of Health. The NCI's National Cancer Program supports and conducts research and distributes cancer information. The website includes information about various cancer topics, research information, and cancer statistics. The website also includes a description of the NCI's initiative to eliminate cancer death and suffering by the year 2015.
Kidney Cancer Associationhttp://www.curekidneycancer.org
1-800-850-9132
The Kidney Cancer Association is an organization fighting kidney cancer. The website includes kidney cancer and self-care information, including surgery information, diet and exercise information, and an option to order a free kidney cancer survivor book.
National Comprehensive Cancer Networkhttp://www.nccn.org/
1-888-909-6226
The National Comprehensive Cancer Network is a nonprofit organization based on an alliance of 20 international cancer centers. NCCN is dedicated to the development of treatment guidelines for cancer and to research intended to improve the quality, effectiveness, and efficiency of cancer treatment. The NCCN website features a patient section with links to programs and resources to help patients and families make informed health-related decisions.
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