Resource Guide for Melanoma

RESOURCES

Address: PO Box 4014 Schaumburg, IL 60168-4014

Phone: 1-866-503-SKIN (United States toll free) 202-842-3555

Internet address: http://www.aad.org

Description of services provided: This website provides educational patient information on melanoma and a feature to help you find a dermatologist in your area.

RESOURCES

Address: 1599 Clifton Road Atlanta, GA 30329

Phone: 1-800-ACS-2345 (1-800-227-2345)

Internet address: http://www.cancer.org/

Description of services provided: The American Cancer Society provides information and support to patients with melanoma and their families through a network of local chapters. The society supports cancer-related research. It takes an active approach to teaching people ways to reduce their risk of developing cancer.

RESOURCES

Address: NCI Public Inquiries Office 6116 Executive Boulevard Room 3036A Bethesda, MD 20892-8322

Phone: 1-800-4-CANCER (1-800-422-6237)

Internet address: http://www.cancer.gov

Description of services provided: The National Cancer Institute provides information about melanoma and other cancers. The institute funds research related to cancer; its website also includes information about clinical trials.