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National Cancer Organization Links: USA

  • American Association for Cancer Research (USA) Founded in 1907 the AACR is a scientific society of over 15,000 laboratory and clinical cancer researchers. The site provides details of the organization, conferences, publications, membership, journals etc.
  • American Brain Tumor Association (USA) A non-profit organization founded in 1973 dedicated to the elimination of brain tumors through research and patient education services.
  • American Cancer Society (USA) A non-profit organization with over 3400 offices located in all 50 states, plus Puerto Rico. The site has information for both the public and health professionals including information about ACS programs, specific cancers, local branch details etc.
  • American Head and Neck Society AHNS is a professional organization, formed in 1998 to promote research and education in head and neck oncology. The Web site includes clinical practice guidelines, details of events, grants, and patient information.
  • American Lung Association Founded in 1904 to fight tuberculosis, today’s ALA fights all types of lung disease, including cancer, with an emphasis on tobacco control and environmental. The Web site has details of programs, events, publications, statistics and patient information.
  • American Society for Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology (USA) ASTRO is a professional organization which aims to promote excellence in the practice of radiation oncology, scientific research and in patient care. The site has details of membership, events, patient information etc.
  • American Society of Clinical Oncology (USA) ASCO Online includes information for health professionals and for people living with cancer. Details of meetings, abstracts, membership etc.
  • American Society of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology (USA) ASPHO was founded in 1981 and is a professional society dedicated to the study and treatment of childhood cancer and promote care, education and research. The web site includes details of membership, meetings, resources etc
  • American Thoracic Society An independently incorporated, international, educational and scientific society, founded in 1905, with a focus on respiratory and critical care medicine. There is a detailed public site with detailed information and also a members area.
  • Aplastic Anemia and MDS International Foundation, Inc. This organization, formerly know as Aplastic Anemia Foundation of America was founded in 1983. It provides a resource directory for patient assistance, produces educational material and supports research into AA and MDS.
  • Association for Molecular Pathology (USA) A national organization, established to promote clinical practice, basic research, and education in molecular pathology. The Web site has details of membership, details of subdivisions - including the solid tumor group, meetings and announcements.
  • Association of Cancer Online Resources (ACOR) This site contains CancerNet, archives of cancer email lists, and patient oriented web pages.
  • Association of Community Cancer Centers ACCC was founded in 1974 to represent oncology practitioners in the community. The Web site includes details about the Association, state level chapters, meetings, publications, news and related information.
  • Brain Tumor Society (USA) Resources for both patients, relatives, and health professionals
  • Cancer and Leukemia Group B (CALGB) (USA) multidisciplinary cooperative cancer treatment group, NCI / NIH
  • Cancer Research Foundation of America (USA) a national non-profit organization launched in 1985 committed to cancer prevention through research and education.
  • Cancer Research Institute (USA) Supports national research into new cancer treatments, especially immunotherapy
  • Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation (USA) The CCCF is a non-profit organisation which aims to educate, support, serve, and advocate for families of children with cancer, survivors, and health professionals. CCCF was founded in 1970 now has over 43,000 members world wide.
  • Children's Brain Tumor Foundation (USA) The CBTF is a non-profit organization founded by families, friends and physicians of children with brain tumors; the foundation raises funds for research. This site includes details of services and events, and articles about brain tumors
  • Children's Cancer Group - Now part of C.O.G. (USA) The CCG is a cooperative research organization devoted to treatment and the development of new therapies for cancers of children and young adults. Founded in 1955 it now has members located in over 115 centers in the US, Canada, and Australia.
  • Coalition of National Cancer Cooperative Groups, Inc (USA) founded in 1997 by six of Cancer Cooperative Groups that are funded primarily by the National Cancer Institute (NCI). The web site includes details about the CNCCG and its programs.
  • Cure for Lymphoma Foundation (USA) a national research organization with a focus on lymphomas
  • Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG) (USA) ECOG, established in 1955, is a large cooperative group running clinical trials in adult cancers. As well as information for members there is a public area including details of ECOG, clinical trials, participating institutions, publications etc.
  • Food and Drug Administration (USA) FDA is the primary governmental consumer protection agency. The Web site includes details of the Center for Drugs Evaluation and Research and other relevant sections on toxicology, medical products and radiological health.
  • Intercultural Cancer Council (USA) The ICC aims to promote policies to improve care and treatment in minorities and medically underserved cancer patients.
  • Intergroup Rhabdomyosarcoma Study Group (USA) The IRSG is funded by the National Cancer Institute and conducts research into rhabdomyosarcoma. The web site includes material for public and health professionals including details about the disease and information about clinical trials.
  • Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (USA) a national voluntary health agency dedicated to curing leukemia, lymphoma, multiple myeloma, and Hodgkin's disease. The web site includes details of the 58 chapters of the society, information booklets, patient services, research etc.
  • Lymphoma Research Foundation of America (USA) LRFA raises money for research and provides patient support and information. It was founded in 1991 by a patient with NHL. The Web site includes details of services, information about lymphoma, research grants etc.
  • National Alliance of Breast Cancer Organizations (NABCO) (USA) Founded in 1986, NABCO is a non-profit organization with over 400 member organizations providing information for physicians, patients and their families. The site includes information on cancer, clinical trials and support groups.
  • National Brain Tumor Foundation (USA) a non-profit organization dedicated to raising funds for research and to providing support to patients and their families. The web site includes information about tumor types, treatments, clinical trials, FAQ, news, physician's resources etc.
  • National Brain Tumor Radiosurgery Association (USA) Founded in 1997, NBTRA is a patient support and information organization for those who have had or may have stereotactic radiosurgery brain tumor treatments. The Web site has a summary of the organization and contact information.
  • National Cancer Institute (USA) The NCI is one of the National Institutes of Health and is a major funder of research in the USA. Online cancer information includes CancerNet PDQ statements for patients and physicians.
  • National Carcinoid Support Group The NCSG is a peer-to-peer support group for anyone with the rare carcinoid cancer. (USA)
  • National Childhood Cancer Foundation (USA) The NCCF is a non-profit organization which supports pediatric cancer treatment and research projects in association with The Children's Cancer Group (CCG). This site includes information, inspiring stories, news, and links to WWW resources.
  • National Children's Leukemia Foundation (USA) The NCLF is a non-profit organization providing services, support, and referrals for leukemia patients and their families. The site provides details of their telephone help line, and information on various topics related to childhood leukemia.
  • National Comprehensive Cancer Center Network (FCCC, USA)
  • National Comprehensive Cancer Center Network (USA) a non-profit organization founded in 1995.
  • National Foundation for Cancer Research (USA) The NFCR was founded in 1973 to support laboratory based basic science research. The site includes detailed information on research projects, cancer prevention, treatment, FAQs, contact information etc.
  • National Kidney Cancer Association (USA) The NKCA is a non-profit organization, founded in 1990. Members include patients, family, researchers, and health professionals. The site includes details of the organization, information services etc.
  • National Marrow Donor Program (USA) NMDP maintains a computerized registry of volunteer donors.
  • National Neurofibromatosis Foundation (USA) A non-profit organization founded in 1978. The Web site includes details of local chapters, youth programs, research, publications. There is a separate area for NF professionals and scientists which includes the World Wide NF Clinicians' Forum.
  • National Organization for Rare Disorders, Inc The site includes a searchable database of rare diseases.
  • National Wilms' Tumor Study Group (USA) The NWTSG is a national collaborative group established in 1969. NWTSG runs clinical trials and other research with the aim of improving treatment for Wilms' tumor. The site includes a detailed bibliography, FAQ and patient information.
  • North American Association of Central Cancer Registries The NAACCR was established in 1987 and is a is a collaborative umbrella organization or cancer registries, governmental agencies, professional associations, and other groups interested in enhancing the quality and use of cancer registry data.
  • North Central Cancer Treatment Group (USA) founded in 1977 the NCCTG is an affiliation of approximately 20 community clinics throughout the United States with a research base located at Mayo Cancer Center. The web site includes details of the group and the clinical trials it runs.
  • OncoLink An extensive site by the University of Pennsylvania providing cancer specific information. OncoLink was one of the first cancer sites on the Internet.
  • Oncology Nursing Society (USA) This is a professional organization of over 27,000 registered nurses and other healthcare professionals founded in 1974. The Web site has information areas for ONS Members, health providers and patients. Users are required to register.
  • Pediatric Oncology Group (USA) POG is a National Cancer Institute-sponsored cooperative clinical trials group of over 100 centers dedicated to controlling cancer among children and adolescents. The site details protocols, institutions, links, plus a members area.
  • Radiation Therapy Oncology Group RTOG is a national research study group running radiotherapy trials in centers across the USA and Canada. The Web site includes details of trials, procedures, member institutions, meetings, abstracts, newsletter, and tissue bank.
  • Radiological Society of North America A professional society founded in 1915. The Web site includes details of membership, meetings, education resources, practice resources, research, publications and medstudent resources
  • Society of Gynecologic Oncologists SGO is a non-profit, international organization made up for obstetricians and gynecologists specializing in gynecologic oncology. The Web site includes details of research publications, meetings, jobs and a membership directory.
  • Society of Surgical Oncology (USA) SSO, originally founded in 1940 as The James Ewing Society, promotes surgical oncology and excellence in multimodal cancer care. The site has sections on education, training and meetings. It includes abstracts, practice guidelines etc.
  • Southwest Oncology Group (USA) SWOG, founded in 1956, is a large collaborative group running clinical trials for cancer. The site includes policy statements, details of meetings, publications and has a bulletin board. Members can access protocols and do online registrations.
  • Support for People with Oral and Head and Neck Cancer (SPOHNC) (USA) a not-for-profit organization founded in 1991. SPOHNC provides for the emotional, psychological and humanistic needs of the oral and head and neck cancer. Members can subscribe to a regular Newsletter. FAQ About Complementary and Alternative Medicine in Cancer Treatment (CancerNet) National Cancer Institute
  • News - Mass Media (National Cancer Institute) News about recent research results at NCI
  • ACP's Home Care Guide to Advanced Cancer (USA) An online book provided by the American College of Physicians. The site provides advice for family, friends, and hospice workers who are caring for people with advanced cancer at home, with a strong emphasis on quality of life issues.