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Cancer is a class of diseases or disorders characterized by uncontrolled division of cells and the ability of these cells to invade other tissues, either by direct growth into adjacent tissue through invasion or by implantation into distant sites by metastasis. Metastasis is defined as the stage in which cancer cells are transported through the bloodstream or lymphatic system. Cancer may affect people at all ages, but risk tends to increase with age. It is one of the leading causes of death in developed countries.
There are many types of cancer. Severity of symptoms depends on the site and character of the malignancy and whether there is metastasis. A definitive diagnosis usually requires the histologic examination of tissue by a pathologist. This tissue is obtained by biopsy or surgery. Most cancers can be treated and some cured, depending on the specific type, location, and stage. Once diagnosed, cancer is usually treated with a combination of surgery, chemotherapy and radiotherapy. As research develops, treatments are becoming more specific for the type of cancer pathology. Drugs that target specific cancers already exist for several cancers. If untreated, cancers may eventually cause illness and death, though this is not always the case.
The unregulated growth that characterizes cancer is caused by damage to DNA, resulting in mutations to genes that encode for proteins controlling cell division. Many mutation events may be required to transform a normal cell into a malignant cell. These mutations can be caused by chemicals or physical agents called carcinogens, by close exposure to radioactive materials, or by certain viruses that can insert their DNA into the human genome. Mutations occur spontaneously, or are passed down generations as a result of germ line mutations.
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Association of Cancer Online Resources - Offering 70 online cancer information and support electronic groups.
Meta Description: [ The ACOR Network of Cancer Survivors & Caregivers is designed to provide accurate & timely information, resources in a supportive environment. Our activities are conducted through disease-specific eCommunities (Internet support groups). ]
Bay Area Tumor Institute: Support Groups - A list of East Bay Cancer Support Groups from the Bay Area Tumor Institute's Cancer Patient Guide.
Meta Description: [ East Bay Area Cancer Patient Resources: Support Groups ]
Camp Bluebird - Twice a year, adult cancer survivors gather at Camp Bluebird for a 3 day, 2 night experience that's unlike any other part of their treatment regimen.
Cancer and Careers: Living and Working with Cancer - An interactive resource and community for working women with any type of cancer and their employers, coworkers, and caregivers.
Cancer Central - Home of cancer survivor stories from around the world who took Tian Xian Liquid.
Meta Description: [ cancer ]
Cancer News: Cancer Support Groups - Dedicated to bringing patients and their families the latest information on diagnosis and treatment.
Meta Description: [ A service of Cancer News on the Net. ]
Cancer Patients Aid Association - An NGO working for the welfare of cancer patients in India. Activities include detection, insurance, rehabilitation and awareness.
Meta Description: [ Cancer Patients Aid Association: Cancer Patients Care in India. India Mumbai based Cancer Patients Aid Association providing Cancer Patients with Care & Rehabilitation. ]
Cancer Resource Index. - Information and links for many types of cancer and treatments. Also over 50 support groups and specialized chat rooms.
Meta Description: [ Extensive cancer website offering uniased support and information regarding all types of cancer and chemotherapy options.Conventional (radiation,chemotherapy and alternative medicine options including herbal ( essiac ) and shark cartlidge. Visitors have told us our website is one of the best canc... ]
Cancer Survivors Gathering Place - Support group with discussion board for cancer patients, friends and family.
Meta Description: [ Cancer Survivors Support ]
Cancer Survivors On Line - Free information, resources, and support to all cancer patients, their families, friends, and the professionals who treat them.
Meta Description: [ Provides cancer information, resources, and support to patients, families, friends, and medical professionals. ]
Chemotherapy and You: A Guide to Self-Help During Cancer - A booklet for patients who are receiving chemotherapy for cancer
Meta Description: [ Information about what to expect during chemotherapy and what patients can do to take care of themselves during and after treatment.
NIH Publication #03-1136. ]
Child of a Parent with Cancer - Support and meeting place for kids, teens and all aged children of parents with cancer incorporating guest book, boards and chat room.
Meta Description: [ Support and meeting place for kids
of parents with cancer and kids/children with cancer with guestbook,
boards and chat room ]
Conquer Cancer - Provides free doctors, nurses and individuals with a place to chat, use a message board, interact with other families, friends, health care professionals, and patients.
Meta Description: [ Cancer support group CoquerCancer.com offers free doctor cancer chat, free patient cancer chat about therapy, free nurse chatrooms about chemotherapy, also message boards for chemo, treatments, with stories and a daily quote. ]
Coping with Cancer - Resources for living with mesothelioma and other types of cancer. Includes caregiver's guide and advice for dealing with pain.
Meta Description: [ Mesothelioma support and resources for patients living with and coping
with asbestos cancer and for their caregivers. ]
Healthy Young Attitude - Details about this network of young adults whose lives have been affected by cancer. Includes support, a bulletin board, stories, resources, pictures and details on how to join the cause.
Humberside Oesophageal Support Group - Support and information for people with oesophageal cancer, Barrett's oesphagus, severe acid reflux or similar problems with swallowing, eating and digestion. [UK]
Meta Description: [ Humberside Oesophageal Support Group (UK).
Support and information for people with oesophageal cancer, Barrett's oesphagus, severe acid reflux or similar problems with swallowing, eating and digestion. Web Master Gwen Harlow-UK.
www.hosg.org.uk, Humberside Oesophageal Support Group. A site with... ]
International Union Against Cancer - Its objectives are to advance scientific and medical knowledge in research, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of cancer, and to promote all other aspects of the campaign against cancer throughout the world.
Meta Description: [ UICC is the only international NGO dedicated uniquely to the global control of cancer ]
Living With Cancer - Geared towards those who have cancer and need someone to talk to. Contains information and motivational support.
Lymphoma Support Ireland - Information, advice, and survivors stories for people with Hodgkin's and Non Hodgkin's Lymphoma and their caregivers.
Meta Description: [ Hodgkin and Non Hodgkin&'s Lymphoma Support - Lymphoma.ie - Ireland Lymphoma Support Group for patients and carers. Hodgkin's, Non Hodgkin's. Information and lymphoma links, survivors stories. Ireland ]
National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship - A nationwide network of independent organizations and individuals working in the area of cancer support and information.
OncoChat - Global support community for people whose lives have been touched by cancer.
Meta Description: [ OncoChat is a global support community for people whose lives have been touched by cancer. Please explore our web site, chat with some of the regulars and find some links to other cancer resources. ]
PMP Pals - Pseudomyxoma Peritonei Network - A worldwide resource and referral service for patients with rare intestinal cancers and/or Pseudomyxoma Peritonei.
Meta Description: [ PMP Pals is a worldwide resource and referral service for patients with rare intestinal cancers, appendiceal cancer, and/or Pseudomyxoma Peritonei ]
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Rare Cancer Alliance - Information, research, support, links, websites, for rare cancer patients and loved ones.
Shared Experience Cancer Support - A collection of first hand accounts by cancer patients and caregivers. Features searchable listing, by cancer type, treatment, and medication.
Meta Description: [ Searchable listing of first-hand accounts by cancer patients and caregivers. ]
Spinal Cord Tumor Association, Inc. - A public discussion forum and information exchange dedicated to the interests of victims of spinal cord tumors.
Meta Description: [ A public discussion forum and information exchange created by The Spinal Cord Tumor Association, Inc., a US not-for-profit corporation dedicated to the interests of victims of the rare condition of a spinal cord tumor. Symptomatic pre and post-treatment experiences are shared along with social i... ]
Spokancer - Provides support and access to resources in Spokane for cancer patients and their families and friends. [Washington]
The SAMFund - Established for young adult survivors of cancer to assist by providing financial support through grants and scholarships.
The Wellness Community - Non-profit organization dedicated to providing free emotional support, education and hope for people with cancer and their loved ones.
Vital Options - Radio talk show, The Group Room, uses communications technology to reach every person dealing with cancer.
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