Ovarian Cancer
Ovarian Cancer Web Sites Cancer.gov
Information here is reviewed by oncology experts and is based on the results of current research. Its main area is Cancer Information, which includes types of cancer; treatment; prevention, genetics, and causes; screening and testing; coping with cancer; support resources; cancer literature; and PDQ (Physician Data Query), a database with the latest information about treatment, screening, prevention, genetics, care, and clinical trials. From the U.S. National Institutes of Health's National Cancer Institute (NCI).
http://www.cancer.gov/
OncoLink
Good information on types of cancer, treatments, coping with cancer, causes, screening, symptom management, FAQ's, and clinical trials. See also financial issues, recommended books, and Global Resources for organizations, online journals, support groups, etc. Weekly special topics and updates. From the University of Pennsylvania Cancer Center.
http://oncolink.upenn.edu/
Ovarian Cancer National Alliance
The Alliance seeks to improve the survival rate from ovarian cancer by focusing on public education, public policy, research, and communication. The site includes information on symptoms, survival rates, research activity, and clinical trials. The real focus, however, is advocacy, and there is a wealth of practical advice on starting a local group to raise awareness of this deadly gynecologic disease.
http://www.ovariancancer.org
Vermont Cancer Center
One of a prestigious group of comprehensive cancer centers designated by the National Cancer Institute, the Vermont Cancer Center is committed to state-of-the-art research, treatment, cancer prevention, and education. Our website's goal is to provide consumers with an accurate overview of the cancer research, clinical services, educational programs and other important activities that are coordinated by our Cancer Center.
http://www.vermontcancer.org/
Compiled by the Community Health Resource Center at Fletcher Allen Health Care. Fletcher Allen Health Care does not endorse any of the above links; they are presented here for your information only.
