There are many fine
breast cancer and cancer websites to consult (although when it comes
to medical advice, nothing takes the place of asking your doctor).
There are also sites that are sketchy and inaccurate. Here are some
of the very best places to look for solid information and emotional
support. Please send me your favorite links to add; e-mail marc@breastcancerhusband.com
Breastcancer.org
It's got everything you could want: medical updates, ask-the-expert
conferences, chat rooms, message boards, a talking dictionary, and
lots more.
Cancer.gov
The scoop on all cancers, including breast, with information on
clinical trials
Fertilehope.org
Advice and financial assistance for women and men who face fertility
issues because of cancer treatment
Gildasclub.org
The local chapters offer emotional and social support for all cancer
patients and their families.
Lbbc.org
Living Beyond Breast Cancer runs superb educational programs and
maintains a helpline for survivors as well: 888-753-5222
Menagainstbreastcancer.org
Useful info for all us clueless guys
Menwithheart.org
The Massachusetts group raises a ton of money for research, treatment,
awareness, and prevention by walking miles and miles in breast cancer
fund raisers.
Laf.org
Lance Armstrong's site calls itself "the voice of people living
with cancer," and it speaks out for research, education, and
patient support. Plus, it's the place to order the immensely popular
yellow LIVESTRONG bracelets.
Susankomen.org
Komen staff and supporters walk, run, raise money, and lobby for
the cure, and for the support of breast cancer patients. The site
has excellent medical information, message boards, and links to
local affiliates.
Susanlovemd.org
She wrote the book on breast cancer-Dr. Susan Love's Breast Book
is absolutely the number one resource. The Web site is equally invaluable:
thorough medical information, moving feature stories, sound advice
on decision-making.
Y-me.org
Offering education and support for breast cancer patients and their
families, the organization runs a 24-hour hotline, with both survivors
and husbands available: 800-221-2141 in English, 800-986-9595 in
Spanish.
Youngsurvival.org
Lots of people think young women don't get breast cancer. Alas,
they do. The Young Survival Coalition addresses issues for women
40 and under who are living with breast cancer
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