This NebFact contains information about sources of cancer information that may be helpful to cancer patients, family members, support groups and health professionals

Boeckner, Linda S.

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NF97-325 Cancer Resources: Education, Risk Reduction, 
Treatment and Support 
Linda S. Boeckner 
University of Nebraska--Lincoln, lboeckner1@unl.edu 
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Boeckner, Linda S., "NF97-325 Cancer Resources: Education, Risk Reduction, Treatment and Support" 
(1997). Historical Materials from University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension. 589. 
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Nebraska Cooperative Extension NF97-325
Cancer Resources: 
Education, Risk Reduction, Treatment and 
Support 
Linda S. Boeckner, PhD, RD, LMNT  
Extension Nutrition Specialist  
? General Cancer Resources  
? Breast Cancer  
? Colon Cancer  
? Lymphoma  
? Prostate Cancer  
? Skin Cancer  
? Cancer Support  
? Academic Cancer Research and Treatment Centers  
? Local Cancer Control Committees  
[Editor's Note: While we try to maintain the current links, sometimes links change and become inactive.] 
This NebFact contains information about sources of cancer information that may be helpful to cancer 
patients, family members, support groups and health professionals. Some sources are available only 
through the Internet. When possible, postal addresses, telephone numbers and World Wide Web sites 
have been included to make it easier to contact the organizations with your questions. The list is not 
exhaustive, but it should provide a lead into much useful information and allow you to link with 
additional contacts.  
General Cancer Resources  
American Cancer Society  
1599 Clifton Road, N.E.  
Atlanta, GA 30329.  
Toll free: 1-800-227-2345.  
Web site: http://www.cancer.org/  
The American Cancer Society provides cancer information as well as information on programs and 
events, cancer guidelines, publications. A regional division, Heartland Division, is the link for 
Nebraskans to get more information.  
In Nebraska:  
Heartland Division American Cancer Society  
8502 West Center Road  
P.O. Box 241255  
Omaha, NE 68124-5255  
Toll free: 1-800-642-8116  
American Institute for Cancer Research  
1759 R Street, N.W.  
Washington, DC 20009.  
Toll free: 1-800-843-8114  
Web site: http://www.aicr.org/  
The American Institute for Cancer Research is the leading national cancer organization in the field of 
diet, nutrition and cancer. It provides information on cancer and cancer risk reduction. Researchers 
estimate that 35 percent or more of cancer deaths are linked to our dietary choices.  
Cancer Information Service 
National Cancer Institute  
Bethesda, MD 20892  
Toll-free: 1-800-422-6237  
Web sites: Home page: http://www.nci.nih.gov/  
Cancernet: http://wwwicic.nci.nih.gov/  
CancerNet is a source of a wide range of accurate, credible cancer information brought to you by the 
National Cancer Institute. CancerNet information has been reviewed by oncology experts and is based 
on the results of current research. Cancer information is organized for the needs of patients, health 
professionals and basic researchers. A regional office for Nebraskans is located in Kansas City, KS.  
In Nebraska:  
Kansas Cancer Institute  
3901 Rainbow Boulevard  
Kansas City, KS 66160-7312  
Toll free: 1-800-422-6237  
Cancer News on the Net  
http://www.cancernews.com/quickload.htm  
This electronic network links you into a variety of sources related to cancer research, cancer updates, 
cancer support groups. It includes Cancer-Links which connects you to information about various types 
of cancer.  
Food and Nutrition Information Center  
USDA-National Agricultural Library  
10301 Baltimore Blvd, Room 304  
Beltsville, MD 20705-2351  
Phone: 301-504-5719  
Web site: http://www.nal.usda.gov/fnic/  
The Food and Nutrition Information Center is part of the National Agricultural Library at USDA. It 
provides lending and photocopying services to USDA employees. Other users can obtain materials 
through interlibrary lending services at a local library. The Web site is a source of general nutrition 
information, including lists of resources on nutrition and cancer.  
National Health Information Center  
P.O. Box 1133  
Washington, DC 20013-1133  
Toll free: 1-800-336-4797  
Web site: http://nhic-nt.health.org/  
The National Health Information Center (NHIC) is a health information referral service. NHIC puts 
health professionals and consumers who have health questions in touch with those organizations that are 
best able to provide answers.  
OncoLink  
University of Pennsylvania  
Web site: http://www.oncolink.upenn.edu/  
OncoLink was the first multimedia oncology information resource placed on the Internet. Its use and 
development were sanctioned by the University of Pennsylvania Medical Center and the University of 
Pennsylvania Cancer Center. OncoLink is accessible worldwide to anyone with Internet access. Its 
objectives are to provide information about cancer, and to provide educational information to both 
health care personnel and cancer patients and their families.  
Breast Cancer  
Breast Cancer Information Clearinghouse 
Web site: http://nysernet.org/bcic/  
This is an electronic network that is maintained by the New York State Education and Research 
Network. The clearinghouse provides answers to questions, news about research and treatment, and 
identifies support groups.  
Breast Cancer Network 
Web site: http://www.cancer.org/bcn.html  
The Breast Cancer Network is a part of the American Cancer Society. It is a network of people and 
programs working to save lives in communities throughout the country. This electronic network 
provides information about resources and breast cancer research and education updates.  
Every Woman Matters Program  
Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services  
301 Centennial Mall South  
Lincoln, NE 68509  
Toll free: 1-800-532-2227  
This statewide program assists women who are age- and income-eligible to receive screening for breast 
and cervical cancer.  
National Action Plan on Breast Cancer  
Web site: http://www.napbc.org/  
In 1994, President Clinton directed the establishment of the National Action Plan on Breast Cancer as a 
public and private partnership. The Web site provides the latest information on cancer resources, updates 
on breast cancer research and treatment, and volunteer activities on how to help in the fight against 
breast cancer.  
National Alliance of Breast Cancer Organizations  
9 East 37th Street, 10th Floor  
New York, NY, 10016  
Phone: 212-889-0606  
Web site: http://www.nabco.org/  
This organization is a network of breast cancer organizations that provides information, assistance and 
referral to anyone with questions about breast cancer. It acts as a voice for the interests and concerns of 
breast cancer survivors and women at risk.  
Y-ME National Breast Cancer Organization  
212 W. Van Buren Street  
Chicago, IL 60607-3908  
Toll free: 1-800-221-2141  
Spanish Hotline: 312-986-9505  
Web site: http://www.y-me.org/  
Y-ME National Breast Cancer Organization has a commitment to provide information and support to 
those who have been touched by breast cancer. It serves women with breast cancer and their families 
and friends through a national hotline, early detection workshops and local chapters.  
Colon Cancer  
Cancer-Links: Colon  
Web site: http://www.cancernews.com/colon.htm  
This Web site contains updated information on colon cancer research and treatment.  
Lymphoma  
Lymphoma Research Foundation of America  
8800 Venice Blvd Suite 207  
Los Angeles, CA 90034  
Phone: 310-204-7040  
Web site: http://www.lymphoma.org/  
The Lymphoma Research Foundation of America, Inc. is the foremost national nonprofit organization 
providing funds for lymphoma research and educational information for lymphoma patients. LRFA 
publishes a quarterly newsletter, Lymphoma Update, which reports on research, clinical trials, nutrition 
and other areas of interest to patients.  
Prostate Cancer  
Prostate Cancer Infolink  
Web site: http://www.comed.com/prostate/  
The Prostate Cancer InfoLink is a cyberspace where people can gain information about this common 
form of cancer in males. At this Web site you can ask questions about prostate cancer and its treatment 
and learn how to contact support groups.  
Skin Cancer  
American Academy of Dermatology 
930 N. Meacham Road  
P.O. Box 4014  
Schaumburg, IL 60168-4014  
Phone: 847-330-0230  
Web site: Skin Cancer News  
http://www.aad.org/SkinCancerNews/WhatIsSkinCancer/l  
The Skin Cancer News Web site has information about what skin cancer is, and sun safety tips.  
International Myeloma Foundation  
2120 Stanley Hills Drive  
Los Angeles, CA 90046  
Phone: 213-654-3023  
Toll free: 1-800-452-2873  
Web site: http://www.myeloma.org/  
This foundation offers a hotline and client information about myeloma. The Web site provides links to 
other information sources and information about patient/family seminars.  
Cancer Support  
Association of Community Cancer Centers  
11600 Nebel Street Suite 2012  
Rockville, MD 20852  
Phone: 301-984-9496  
Web site: http://www.accc-cancer.org/  
This association is a national interdisciplinary organization that represents those who promote the 
continuum of quality cancer care (research, prevention, screening, early detection, diagnosis, treatment, 
psychosocial services, rehabilitation, hospice) for the community by encouraging comprehensive 
multidisciplinary community cancer program development and providing education about 
comprehensive cancer care.  
Kid's Home at NCI 
Web site: http://wwwicic.nci.nih.gov/occdocs/KidsHome.html  
Art, stories and poetry are provided at this Web site. It also includes information to help parents deal 
with their child's disease.  
Academic Cancer Research and Treatment Centers 
National Comprehensive Cancer Network  
Web site: http://www.nccn.org/  
This Web site provides access to centers with Internet sites. NCCN links more than 13 leading academic 
cancer centers nationwide with a goal of ensuring high-quality, cost-effective services to cancer patients. 
In Nebraska:  
Eppley Institute for Research in Cancer and Allied Diseases  
600 South 42nd Street Box 986805  
Omaha, NE 68198-6805  
Fax: 402-559-4651  
Web site: http://www.unmc.edu/Eppley/  
Local Cancer Control Committees  
Ask local hospitals/medical centers about their local cancer control committee. Check if there is an 
educational or support function to this committee.  
File NF325 under: HEALTH AND SAFETY 
B-1c, Practices for Optimum Health - Physical 
Issued August 1997 
Issued in furtherance of Cooperative Extension work, Acts of May 8 and June 30, 1914, in cooperation 
with the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Elbert C. Dickey, Director of Cooperative Extension, 
University of Nebraska, Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources.  
University of Nebraska Cooperative Extension educational programs abide with the non-discrimination 
policies of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and the United States Department of Agriculture.


NF97-325 Cancer Resources: Education, Risk Reduction, Treatment and Support

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University of Nebraska - Lincoln DigitalCommons@University of Nebraska - Lincoln Historical Materials from University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension Extension 1997 NF97-325 Cancer Resources: Education, Risk Reduction, Treatment and Support Linda S. Boeckner University of Nebraska--Lincoln, lboeckner1@unl.edu Follow this and additional works at: https://digitalcommons.unl.edu/extensionhist  Part of the Agriculture Commons, and the Curriculum and Instruction Commons Boeckner, Linda S., "NF97-325 Cancer Resources: Education, Risk Reduction, Treatment and Support" (1997). Historical Materials from University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension. 589. https://digitalcommons.unl.edu/extensionhist/589 This Article is brought to you for free and open access by the Extension at DigitalCommons@University of Nebraska - Lincoln. It has been accepted for inclusion in Historical Materials from University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension by an authorized administrator of DigitalCommons@University of Nebraska - Lincoln. Nebraska Cooperative Extension NF97-325Cancer Resources: Education, Risk Reduction, Treatment and Support Linda S. Boeckner, PhD, RD, LMNT  Extension Nutrition Specialist  z General Cancer Resources  z Breast Cancer  z Colon Cancer  z Lymphoma  z Prostate Cancer  z Skin Cancer  z Cancer Support  z Academic Cancer Research and Treatment Centers  z Local Cancer Control Committees  [Editor's Note: While we try to maintain the current links, sometimes links change and become inactive.] This NebFact contains information about sources of cancer information that may be helpful to cancer patients, family members, support groups and health professionals. Some sources are available only through the Internet. When possible, postal addresses, telephone numbers and World Wide Web sites have been included to make it easier to contact the organizations with your questions. The list is not exhaustive, but it should provide a lead into much useful information and allow you to link with additional contacts.  General Cancer Resources  American Cancer Society  1599 Clifton Road, N.E.  Atlanta, GA 30329.  Toll free: 1-800-227-2345.  Web site: http://www.cancer.org/  The American Cancer Society provides cancer information as well as information on programs and events, cancer guidelines, publications. A regional division, Heartland Division, is the link for Nebraskans to get more information.  In Nebraska:  Heartland Division American Cancer Society  8502 West Center Road  P.O. Box 241255  Omaha, NE 68124-5255  Toll free: 1-800-642-8116  American Institute for Cancer Research  1759 R Street, N.W.  Washington, DC 20009.  Toll free: 1-800-843-8114  Web site: http://www.aicr.org/  The American Institute for Cancer Research is the leading national cancer organization in the field of diet, nutrition and cancer. It provides information on cancer and cancer risk reduction. Researchers estimate that 35 percent or more of cancer deaths are linked to our dietary choices.  Cancer Information Service National Cancer Institute  Bethesda, MD 20892  Toll-free: 1-800-422-6237  Web sites: Home page: http://www.nci.nih.gov/  Cancernet: http://wwwicic.nci.nih.gov/  CancerNet is a source of a wide range of accurate, credible cancer information brought to you by the National Cancer Institute. CancerNet information has been reviewed by oncology experts and is based on the results of current research. Cancer information is organized for the needs of patients, health professionals and basic researchers. A regional office for Nebraskans is located in Kansas City, KS.  In Nebraska:  Kansas Cancer Institute  3901 Rainbow Boulevard  Kansas City, KS 66160-7312  Toll free: 1-800-422-6237  Cancer News on the Net  http://www.cancernews.com/quickload.htm  This electronic network links you into a variety of sources related to cancer research, cancer updates, cancer support groups. It includes Cancer-Links which connects you to information about various types of cancer.  Food and Nutrition Information Center  USDA-National Agricultural Library  10301 Baltimore Blvd, Room 304  Beltsville, MD 20705-2351  Phone: 301-504-5719  Web site: http://www.nal.usda.gov/fnic/  The Food and Nutrition Information Center is part of the National Agricultural Library at USDA. It provides lending and photocopying services to USDA employees. Other users can obtain materials through interlibrary lending services at a local library. The Web site is a source of general nutrition information, including lists of resources on nutrition and cancer.  National Health Information Center  P.O. Box 1133  Washington, DC 20013-1133  Toll free: 1-800-336-4797  Web site: http://nhic-nt.health.org/  The National Health Information Center (NHIC) is a health information referral service. NHIC puts health professionals and consumers who have health questions in touch with those organizations that are best able to provide answers.  OncoLink  University of Pennsylvania  Web site: http://www.oncolink.upenn.edu/  OncoLink was the first multimedia oncology information resource placed on the Internet. Its use and development were sanctioned by the University of Pennsylvania Medical Center and the University of Pennsylvania Cancer Center. OncoLink is accessible worldwide to anyone with Internet access. Its objectives are to provide information about cancer, and to provide educational information to both health care personnel and cancer patients and their families.  Breast Cancer  Breast Cancer Information Clearinghouse Web site: http://nysernet.org/bcic/  This is an electronic network that is maintained by the New York State Education and Research Network. The clearinghouse provides answers to questions, news about research and treatment, and identifies support groups.  Breast Cancer Network Web site: http://www.cancer.org/bcn.html  The Breast Cancer Network is a part of the American Cancer Society. It is a network of people and programs working to save lives in communities throughout the country. This electronic network provides information about resources and breast cancer research and education updates.  Every Woman Matters Program  Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services  301 Centennial Mall South  Lincoln, NE 68509  Toll free: 1-800-532-2227  This statewide program assists women who are age- and income-eligible to receive screening for breast and cervical cancer.  National Action Plan on Breast Cancer  Web site: http://www.napbc.org/  In 1994, President Clinton directed the establishment of the National Action Plan on Breast Cancer as a public and private partnership. The Web site provides the latest information on cancer resources, updates on breast cancer research and treatment, and volunteer activities on how to help in the fight against breast cancer.  National Alliance of Breast Cancer Organizations  9 East 37th Street, 10th Floor  New York, NY, 10016  Phone: 212-889-0606  Web site: http://www.nabco.org/  This organization is a network of breast cancer organizations that provides information, assistance and referral to anyone with questions about breast cancer. It acts as a voice for the interests and concerns of breast cancer survivors and women at risk.  Y-ME National Breast Cancer Organization  212 W. Van Buren Street  Chicago, IL 60607-3908  Toll free: 1-800-221-2141  Spanish Hotline: 312-986-9505  Web site: http://www.y-me.org/  Y-ME National Breast Cancer Organization has a commitment to provide information and support to those who have been touched by breast cancer. It serves women with breast cancer and their families and friends through a national hotline, early detection workshops and local chapters.  Colon Cancer  Cancer-Links: Colon  Web site: http://www.cancernews.com/colon.htm  This Web site contains updated information on colon cancer research and treatment.  Lymphoma  Lymphoma Research Foundation of America  8800 Venice Blvd Suite 207  Los Angeles, CA 90034  Phone: 310-204-7040  Web site: http://www.lymphoma.org/  The Lymphoma Research Foundation of America, Inc. is the foremost national nonprofit organization providing funds for lymphoma research and educational information for lymphoma patients. LRFA publishes a quarterly newsletter, Lymphoma Update, which reports on research, clinical trials, nutrition and other areas of interest to patients.  Prostate Cancer  Prostate Cancer Infolink  Web site: http://www.comed.com/prostate/  The Prostate Cancer InfoLink is a cyberspace where people can gain information about this common form of cancer in males. At this Web site you can ask questions about prostate cancer and its treatment and learn how to contact support groups.  Skin Cancer  American Academy of Dermatology 930 N. Meacham Road  P.O. Box 4014  Schaumburg, IL 60168-4014  Phone: 847-330-0230  Web site: Skin Cancer News  http://www.aad.org/SkinCancerNews/WhatIsSkinCancer/l  The Skin Cancer News Web site has information about what skin cancer is, and sun safety tips.  International Myeloma Foundation  2120 Stanley Hills Drive  Los Angeles, CA 90046  Phone: 213-654-3023  Toll free: 1-800-452-2873  Web site: http://www.myeloma.org/  This foundation offers a hotline and client information about myeloma. The Web site provides links to other information sources and information about patient/family seminars.  Cancer Support  Association of Community Cancer Centers  11600 Nebel Street Suite 2012  Rockville, MD 20852  Phone: 301-984-9496  Web site: http://www.accc-cancer.org/  This association is a national interdisciplinary organization that represents those who promote the continuum of quality cancer care (research, prevention, screening, early detection, diagnosis, treatment, psychosocial services, rehabilitation, hospice) for the community by encouraging comprehensive multidisciplinary community cancer program development and providing education about comprehensive cancer care.  Kid's Home at NCI Web site: http://wwwicic.nci.nih.gov/occdocs/KidsHome.html  Art, stories and poetry are provided at this Web site. It also includes information to help parents deal with their child's disease.  Academic Cancer Research and Treatment Centers National Comprehensive Cancer Network  Web site: http://www.nccn.org/  This Web site provides access to centers with Internet sites. NCCN links more than 13 leading academic cancer centers nationwide with a goal of ensuring high-quality, cost-effective services to cancer patients. In Nebraska:  Eppley Institute for Research in Cancer and Allied Diseases  600 South 42nd Street Box 986805  Omaha, NE 68198-6805  Fax: 402-559-4651  Web site: http://www.unmc.edu/Eppley/  Local Cancer Control Committees  Ask local hospitals/medical centers about their local cancer control committee. Check if there is an educational or support function to this committee.  File NF325 under: HEALTH AND SAFETY B-1c, Practices for Optimum Health - Physical Issued August 1997 Issued in furtherance of Cooperative Extension work, Acts of May 8 and June 30, 1914, in cooperation with the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Elbert C. Dickey, Director of Cooperative Extension, University of Nebraska, Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources.  University of Nebraska Cooperative Extension educational programs abide with the non-discrimination policies of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and the United States Department of Agriculture.

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