Online Resources

Vermont Cancer Center
One of only 39 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.
http://www.vermontcancer.org/

American Cancer Society (ACS)
This site highlights recent research, statistics, publications, and prevention, making it the best-rounded site for survivors and families affected by cancer.
http://www.cancer.org/

American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
The ASCO is the world’s leading professional organization representing physicians who treat people with cancer.
http://www.asco.org/

Society of Gynecologic Oncologists (SGO)
The SGO’s purpose is to improve the care of women with gynecologic cancer by encouraging research, disseminating knowledge which will raise the standards of practice in the prevention and treatment of gynecologic malignancies and cooperating with other organizations interested in women's health care, oncology and related fields.
http://www.sgo.org/

National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN)
The NCCN is an alliance of 20 of the world’s leading cancer centers, working together to develop treatment guidelines for most cancers, and dedicated to research that improves the quality, effectiveness and efficiency of cancer care.
http://www.nccn.org/

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/

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