Resource Guide for Stomach Cancer

RESOURCES

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

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

Description of services provided: The American Cancer Society provides a great deal of information about stomach cancer, including support groups, cope strategies, recent news, cancer statistics, and a bookstore.

RESOURCES

Address: 275 Seventh Ave. Floor 22 New York, NY 10001

Phone: 1-800-813-HOPE (4673)

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

Description of services provided: CancerCare is a nonprofit organization that offers numerous resources. You can register for the free educational workshops that are offered over the telephone, covering a variety of topics each month. The site also features online support groups, news items, and an electronic newsletter. You can find information in the "reading room;" topics include Practical Help, Emotional Support, Medical Concerns, and Specialized Programs.

RESOURCES

Address: NCI Public Inquiries Office Suite 3036A 6115 Executive Blvd. MSC8322 Bethesda, MD 20892-8322

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

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

Description of services provided: This website contains a wealth of information about every aspect of stomach cancer, including data and statistics, links to other helpful sites, links to clinical trials, and information about meetings and conferences covering the latest research.