Patient Information
Resources
Resources Available at Boston Medical Center
Amyloid Program Head and Neck Cancer Center Hematology and Medical Oncology Surgical Oncology Center for Thoracic Oncology Breast Health Program Dempsey Center for Digestive Disorders
Additional Resources & Support
National Cancer Institute Answers questions about cancer clinical trials and cancer-related services. Provides NCI printed materials. 1.800.4.CANCER (1.800.422.6237) (http://www.cancer.gov)
American Cancer Society Offers a variety of services to patients and their families. It also supports research, provides printed materials and conducts educational programs. 1.800.ACS.2345 (1.800.227.2345) (http://www.cancer.org)
CancerCare, Inc. Offers free support, information, financial assistance and practical help to people with cancer and their loved ones. 1.800.813.HOPE (1.800.813.4673) (http://www.cancercare.org)
WebMD (http://www.webmd.com)
fertileHOPE Dedicated to helping people with cancer who are faced with infertility. 1.888.994.HOPE (1.888.994.4673) (http://www.fertilehope.org)
National Brain Tumor Foundation Dedicated to providing information and support for brain tumor patients, their family members and health care professionals, while supporting innovative research into better treatment options and a cure for brain tumors. 1.800.934.2873 (http://www.braintumor.org)
National Lymphedema Network Provides education and guidance to lymphedema patients, health care professionals and the general public by disseminating information on the prevention and management of primary and secondary lymphedema. 800.541.3259 (http://www.lymphnet.org)
National Oral Health Information Clearinghouse A service of the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research that provides oral health information for special care patients. 301.402.7364 (http://www.nidcr.nih.gov)
The Wellness Community Provides free psychological and emotional support to cancer patients and their loved ones. 1.888.793.WELL (1.888.793.9355) (http://www.thewellnesscommunity.org)
National Prostate Cancer Coalition Provides information and answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs) about prostate cancer. 1.888.245.9455 (http://www.fightprostatecancer.org)
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