- Resources
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National Cancer Institute: Find a Cancer Center
NCI-designated Cancer Centers that are comprehensive and support the nation's cancer research effort (over 70 in the US)
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Community Cancer Centers
The Association of Community Cancer Centers (ACCC) includes more than 25,000 multidisciplinary practitioners and 2,100 cancer programs and practices nationwide.
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NIH: National Cancer Institute: Understanding Cancer
What is cancer, cancer statistics, and cancer disparities.
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American Cancer Society: If You Have Cancer
What is cancer? Are there different kinds of cancer? Questions to ask the doctor. How does the doctor know I have cancer? Why me? And many other relevant topics
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CDC: Screening Tests
Information on recommended cancer screening tests
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National Society for Genetic Counselors
More about genetic counselors, as well as how to find one
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Mayo Clinic: BRCA Testing
More information about who should get tested for BRCA genes for breast or ovarian cancer risk
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NIH: Genetics Home Reference: Familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP)
More information about the health condition known as FAP
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Cancer.net: Podcasts: Genetic Testing for Hereditary Breast and Ovarian Cancer
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Caregivers and Family
Caregiver support resources from the American Cancer Society
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Support for Caregivers of Cancer Patients
Tips from the National Cancer Institute
