The following are just a few of the many resources for breast cancer survivors. So stay informed, get the support you need, and by all means, support breast cancer research at every opportunity.
- American Cancer Society cancer.org
- Breast Cancer Network of Strength(formerly known as Y-ME National Breast Cancer Organization)networkofstrength.org
- Breast Cancer.org breastcancer.org
- Bright Pink bebrightpink.org
- Feel Your Boobies feelyourboobies.com
- FORCE, Facing Our Risk of Cancer Empowered facingourrisk.org
- i[2]y, I’m too young for this! Cancer Foundation imtooyoungforthis.org
- LBBC, Living Beyond Breast Cancer lbbc.org
- Maurer Foundation maurerfoundation.org
- National Cancer Institute cancer.gov
- Share sharecancersupport.org
- Sharsheret sharsheret.org
- Sisters Network, Inc. sistersnetworkinc.org
- Susan G. Komen for the Cure komen.org
- The Breast Cancer Research Foundation bcrfcure.org
- The Get in Touch Foundation getintouchfoundation.org
- Imaginis Breast Health Newsletter http://imaginis.com
- Breast Cancer Guide from the Department of Defense http://bcdg.org
- National Lymphedema Network http://lymphnet.org
- Breast Health 101 for Young Women http://imaginis.com.shesheme
- The Breast Resource www.bcresources.med.unc.edu/
- The American Institute of Cancer Research http://www.aicr.org
- Association of Cancer Online Resources http://www.acor.org
- young Survival Coalition www.youngsurvival.org YSC is the premier global organization dedicated to the critical issues unique to young women who are diagnosed with breast cancer. YSC offers resources, connections and outreach so women feel supported, empowered and hopeful.
All 4 One Alliance www.all4onealliance.org/ The All4One Alliance is a partnership of four unique nonprofit organizations working together on a shared initiative – to help all underserved women recover from breast cancer with dignity.
The Healing Consciousness Foundationwww.thehealingconsciousness.com/The HCF seeks to improve the quality of life for those at high risk for or diagnosed with breast cancer through holistic healing modalities, education and lifestyle changes. They provide the funding for services in the Mid-Atlantic region to empower women and their families to reduce their risk factors and realize their full healing potential.
CancerCare www.cancercare.org CancerCare offers free professional support services to anyone impacted by cancer, including support groups and counseling, educational publications and workshops and financial assistance.
Praise Is the Curewww.praiseisthecure.orgPraise is the Cure’s mission is to motivate, educate and encourage African Americans to get breast cancer screenings and treatment. The organization promotes intervention, prevention and awareness, targeting African American women and their families with an emphasis on the underserved and underinsured.
Save the Ta-Tas Foundationwww.savethetatas.orgSave the Ta-Tas is committed to fighting cancer at every stage through education, prevention, research and community support for those struggling with the disease.
Voices of Experience 1-866-296-9743 www.bymyside.com
- Cancer Hope Network 1-877-467-3638 www.cancerhopenetwork.org
- Wellness Community 1-888-793-9355 www.thewellnesscommunity.org
- Friends for an Earlier Breast Cancer Test www.earlier.org
- Y-ME A Breast Cancer Advocacy Group http://Y-ME.org
- National Breast Cancer Coalition (NBCC) http://www.natlbcc.org
- Patient Advocate Foundation http://patientadvocate.org
- Breast-Cancer Mailing list http://www.bclist.org
Information
These links are helpful for finding more information about Breast Cancer, early detection, and Post-Mastectomy health.
- American Cancer Society 1-800-227-2375 www.cancer.org
- The National Cancer Institute www.cancer.gov
- Imaginis Breast Health Newsletter http://imaginis.com
- Breast Cancer.org http://breastcancer.org
- Breast Cancer Guide from the Department of Defense http://bcdg.org
- National Lymphedema Network http://lymphnet.org
- Breast Health 101 for Young Women http://imaginis.com.shesheme
- The Breast Resource www.bcresources.med.unc.edu/
- The American Institute of Cancer Research http://www.aicr.org
- Association of Cancer Online Resources http://www.acor.org
Support Groups
These links are helpful for finding support groups in your area and nationally.
- Voices of Experience 1-866-296-9743 www.bymyside.com
- Cancer Hope Network 1-877-467-3638 www.cancerhopenetwork.org
- Wellness Community 1-888-793-9355 www.thewellnesscommunity.org
- Living Beyond Breast Cancer 1-610-645-4567 www.lbbc.org
- Friends for an Earlier Breast Cancer Test www.earlier.org
- Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundations
- Y-ME A Breast Cancer Advocacy Group http://Y-ME.org
- National Breast Cancer Coalition (NBCC) http://www.natlbcc.org
- Patient Advocate Foundation http://patientadvocate.org
- Young Survival Coalition http://www.youngsurvival.org
- NC Triad Race for the CURE http:// www.triadrace.com
- Charlotte, NC Susan G. Komen Affiliate www.komencharlotte.org
- Breast-Cancer Mailing list http://www.bclist.org
Hospitals
These links are helpful for finding a hospital near you as well as updates on the latest Breast Cancer research.
- Duke Comprehensive Cancer Center www.cancer.duke.edu/
- Presbyterian Hospital www.presbyterian.org
- Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center http://cancer.med.unc.edu/
Friends
Visit the links of Still You’s friends.
- Maddox Oncology Products Inc. http:// www.maddoxonc.com
- SheSheMe www.shesheme.com
- Shop Well With You http://www.shopwellwithyou.org/
Web Partners for Still You Products
Visit the links of Still You’s web parthers.
- make {me} heal http://www.makemeheal.com/mmh/product.do?id=13682
Cancer Shop USA http://shop.cancershopusa.com/Clothing_c3.htm