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These websites are known to have good cancer-related health information and may be helpful to learn about various cancer topics. If you are a Mayo Clinic cancer patient, contact the Stephen and Barbara Slaggie Family Cancer Education Center at 507-266-2991 or canceredcenter@mayo.edu to be provided Mayo Clinic patient education materials specific to your cancer-related needs.
Caregiving, palliative, & hospice
General Cancer Information
Education offerings, patient navigation, support groups, news & resources
Diseases & conditions, symptoms, treatment, care, research (multiple languages)
Cancer types, about cancer, research (English & Spanish)
Cancer types, about cancer, support, research (multiple languages)
Cancer information, cancer-related topics (English & Spanish)
Cancer guides, webinars, support (multiple languages)
Cancer Types
A-Z list of cancer types – select a type to learn about it (English & Spanish)
The following organizations provide information, resources, support, advocacy, news, and research on specific cancer types. Select an organization dedicated to the cancer type you are looking for.
Blood & Bone Marrow (leukemia, lymphoma, myeloma, etc.)
- Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (English & Spanish)
- Lymphoma Research Foundation (English & Spanish)
- Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation
- NMDP (National Marrow Donor Program)
Bone & Soft Tissue
- Sarcoma Alliance (multiple languages)
- Sarcoma Foundation of America
Brain
- American Brain Tumor Association (English & Spanish)
Breast
Children, Adolescents, & Young Adults
Digestive (bile duct, colon, rectal, esophageal, liver, pancreatic, stomach, etc.)
- Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation (bile duct) (multiple languages)
- Fight Colorectal Cancer
- Esophageal Cancer Action Network (ECAN)
- American Liver Foundation (multiple languages)
- Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN) (English & Spanish)
Endocrine (neuroendocrine, carcinoid, etc.)
Head & Neck (head, neck, thyroid, oral, etc.)
- Head and Neck Cancer Alliance
- Thyroid, Head and Neck Cancer (THANC) Foundation - THANC Guide
- American Thyroid Association (multiple languages)
- Oral Cancer Foundation
Lung
- American Lung Association (multiple languages)
- GO2 Foundation for Lung Cancer
Reproductive – Men (prostate, testicular, penile, etc.)
- Prostate Cancer Foundation (English and Spanish)
- Testicular Cancer Awareness Foundation
Reproductive – Women (cervical, ovarian, uterine, etc.)
- Foundation for Women's Cancer (multiple languages)
- National Ovarian Cancer Coalition (multiple languages)
Skin
- American Academy of Dermatology (English & Spanish)
- Skin Cancer Foundation (multiple languages)
Urinary (bladder, kidney, etc.)
- Bladder Cancer Advocacy Network (English & Spanish)
- Kidney Cancer Association (multiple languages)
Caregiving, Palliative, & Hospice
Toolbox, support groups, forums
Caregiver education, support, local resources (multiple languages)
Resources for advance directives, palliative care, caregiving, and hospice care (English & Spanish)
Online tool for sharing health updates, caregiving advice & inspiration
Clinical Trials
Listing of clinical trials being conducted by Mayo Clinic researchers (English & Spanish)
Database of research studies being conducted around the world
A six-step guide to find the right clinical trial for you (English & Spanish)
Financial & Legal
If you are a Mayo Clinic cancer patient, contact the Mayo Clinic Cancer Education Center to work with a Patient Navigator for assistance with finances, lodging, and other non-clinical matters.
Rochester, Minnesota: cecptnavigator@mayo.edu; 507-266-9288
Phoenix, Arizona: arzcecptnavigator@mayo.edu; 480-574-1907
Jacksonville, Florida: flacecptnavigator@mayo.edu; 904-956-8230
Steps to take to help with costs related to cancer care (English & Spanish)
Sign up to get alerts about available funds (English & Spanish)
Financial help for cancer-related costs and co-pays, additional resources (English & Spanish)
Events, resources, materials on legal and practical issues
Integrative Health
A-Z list of integrative health topics, herbs, research (English & Spanish)
Research, information, outreach
Lifestyle
Living Well
Cancer prevention, research, survivorship
Booklet about what life is like after cancer treatment (English & Spanish)
Resources, statistics, research funding
Tool for guiding those touched by cancer to important information at every stage
Nutrition
Self-paced online course about tips to cope with nutritional side effects of cancer treatment
Booklet for those having eating problems caused by cancer treatment (English & Spanish)
Physical Activity
Information on physical activity before, during, and after cancer treatment
Stress Management
If you are struggling with difficult emotions, talk to your healthcare provider. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, dial 9-8-8 for the suicide and crisis lifeline.
Self-paced online course about managing stress while coping with cancer
Managing Symptoms
Information about side effects caused by cancer and cancer treatment (multiple languages)
Information on lymphedema, a common side-effect of cancer treatment
Support
Online community to share experiences, ask questions, and find support (English & Spanish)
Support groups, resources, program offerings, find a location near you
One-on-one support for adults impacted by cancer (English & Spanish)
Counseling, support groups, education, financial assistance (English & Spanish)
Information, discussion boards, support
A one-on-one mentoring approach to connect individuals seeking cancer support (multiple languages)
Programs and resources culturally specific to the American Indian and Alaska Native community
Resources and support to improve the lives of LGBT cancer survivors and those at risk
Booklet with tips on coping with cancer (English & Spanish)
Treatment
Chemotherapy drug information (multiple languages)
Information about radiation treatment for cancer (English & Spanish)
Patient education materials about radiation therapy (English & Spanish)
Additional Resources
Easy-to-read, shareable health education on a variety of health topics (multiple languages)
Unless otherwise stated, Mayo Clinic does not sponsor or endorse these websites, nor does Mayo Clinic guarantee the accuracy of the information contained on these websites. These websites are provided for general education and information only and should not be relied upon for personal diagnosis or treatment. If you have questions about a medical condition, always talk with your healthcare provider.
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