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By selecting any of the links below, you will be going to a site that is not controlled by or affiliated with Genentech, Inc.
Unless otherwise indicated, Genentech, Inc. is neither affiliated with nor endorses any of the following organizations. The information provided by Genentech, or these organizations is meant for informational purposes only and is not meant to replace your physician's medical advice. Many of these organizations can refer you to a local chapter for more information.
This is an incomplete listing of organizations that may have information available on breast cancer.
American Cancer Society
1.800.227.2345
Comprehensive Web site with information for cancer patients, families, friends, survivors, professionals, and volunteers.
http://www.cancer.org
breastcancer.org
Web site dedicated to educational information on breast cancer. Offers live, online "Ask the Expert" chat sessions (prior transcripts are archived and available on the Web site).
http://www.breastcancer.org
Cancer Care, Inc.
1.800.813.HOPE (1.800.813.4673)
Offers free, professional help through counseling, education, referrals, and financial assistance.
http://www.cancercare.org
Cancer Information Service (National Cancer Institute)
1.800.4.CANCER (1.800.422.6237)
National information network with links to several other Internet resources, including educational materials, news, clinical trials, etc.
http://cis.nci.nih.gov
ClinicalTrials.gov
Provides regularly updated information about federally and privately supported clinical research in human volunteers.
http://www.ClinicalTrials.gov
Health Talk
1-206-352-4066
Dedicated to providing you with the latest information and connecting you directly to trusted experts on advanced treatments and disease management.
http://www.healthtalk.com
HER2 Support Group
1-760-602-9178
A site designed by those and for those with HER2-positive breast cancer. Find resources, news, and a community of professionals, volunteers, and fellow survivors.
http://www.HER2support.org
Living Beyond Breast Cancer
1.888.753.5222
A nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering all women affected by breast cancer to live as long as possible with the best quality of life
http://www.lbbc.org
The Wellness Community
1.888.793.WELL (1.888.793.9355)
Offering professionally led support groups, educational workshops, and mind/body programs to help patients regain a sense of control and restore hope.
http://www.thewellnesscommunity.org
Y-ME National Breast Cancer Organization
1.800.221.2141 (24-hour hotline)
1.800.986.9505
(24-hour hotline in Spanish)
Information about breast cancer diagnosis, national advocacy and support groups, general information on clinical trials, and a 24-hour hotline.
For other alternative resources, you may want to visit the following sites:
NeedyMeds
NeedyMeds is a place to learn about patient assistance programs and other programs designed to help those who can't afford their medicines. NeedyMeds is not a program but an information source. http://www.needymeds.com
Patient Advocate Foundation
Patient Advocate Foundation is a national nonprofit organization that serves as an active liaison
between the patient and their insurer, employer and/or creditors to resolve insurance, job retention, and/or debt crisis matters relative to their diagnosis through case managers, doctors, and attorneys. Patient Advocate Foundation seeks to safeguard patients through effective mediation assuring access to care, maintenance of employment and preservation of their financial stability.
http://www.patientadvocate.org
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