University of Kansas Medical Center cancer related Resources

The University of Kansas Medical Center is taking a leadership role in the fight against cancer. To learn more about the cutting edge research, cancer related resources, and clinical services available at KUMC, explore the following web sites.

Kansas Masonic Cancer Research Institute
http://kmcri.kumc.edu

The Kansas Masonic Cancer Research Institute's web site contains information about ongoing research programs, the shared resources supporting these programs, the center's physicians and links to patient-friendly resources within the center and through outside sources.

The University of Kansas Medical Center Breast Cancer Prevention Center
http://www.kumc.edu/bcpc/

The mission of the Breast Cancer Prevention Center is to inform women of their individual risk factors associated with breast cancer and guide them in selection of appropriate lifestyle and prevention strategies. The center's Web site includes information on fine needle aspiration, ductal lavage and genetic counseling and testing.

Cancer Information Service
http://cis.nci.nih.gov

The National Cancer Institute's Cancer Information Service provides the latest and most accurate cancer information to patients, their families, the public, and health professionals .The CIS provides personalized, confidential responses to specific questions about cancer and assistance to smokers who want to quit.

KU Cancer Center Legislative Briefing Book
http://www.kumc.edu/evc/KUCCLegislativeBriefingBook.pdf

The KU Cancer Center Legislative Briefing Book provides information on the current and planned cancer research, treatment and prevention capabilities and opportunities offered by the KUCC and its growing network of state-wide partners in the pursuit of NCI designation.

Tobacco-Free Initiative
http://www.kumc.edu/tobacco/

The Medical Center's Web page outlining the Tobacco-Free Initiative includes frequently asked question about the decision to prohibit tobacco on campus as well as a guide to the smoking cessation programs offered to campus personnel.



CANCER RELATED RESOURCES

American Cancer Society
http://www.cancer.org

The American Cancer Society is a nationwide community-based health organization which educates the public about cancer, raises funds for cancer research and runs support groups across the country.

Guidelines to Treatment and Clinical Trial Options
The American Cancer Society's web site provides educational materials such as a guide to treatment options, and information on how to find a clinical trial, and directory to finding resources and support groups in your own community. You can also learn about opportunities to donate, volunteer and advocate in the fight against cancer.

Prevention
To see how well your lifestyle habits compare to those suggested by the American Cancer Association, review the prevention strategies on their site:

Click here to review the American Cancer Society's Guidelines for Eating Well and Being Active:

Take the stop smoking quiz:
Stop Smoking Quiz
See how you score on the sun safety quiz:

Early Detection
Learn more about how the American Cancer Society early detection resources by checking out the following website.



ADDITIONAL CANCER-RELATED RESOURCES

There are a number of organizations that provide a wealth of information and a variety of services to cancer patients. Here is a listing of Internet resources from some of the nation's leading cancer authorities.

American Association for Cancer Research
http://www.aacr.org

The American Association for Cancer Research's programs and services foster the exchange of knowledge and new ideas among scientists dedicated to cancer research, provide training opportunities for the next generation of cancer researchers and increase public understanding of cancer. The AACR's website for survivors and advocates provides information about research findings, support and advocacy groups, clinical trials and biomedical terminology.

Cancer Care
http://www.cancercare.org

CancerCare provides education, counseling, online and telephone support and financial assistance grants to patients, families and caregivers with all types of cancer. CancerCare programs are provided by trained oncology social workers, completely free of charge.

The Cancer Research and Prevention Foundation
http://www.preventcancer.org

The Cancer Research and Prevention Foundation focuses on advancing cancer research and education. On their Web site you can learn about how to conduct self-examinations for skin, testicular and breast cancer, review healthy diet and exercise plans and learn the 7 Steps to Cancer Prevention.

Lance Armstrong Foundation
http://www.livestrong.org

The Lance Armstrong Foundation (LAF) seeks to promote the optimal physical, psychological and social recovery and care of cancer survivors and their loved ones. The LAF focuses its activities on survivorship education and resources, community programs, national advocacy initiatives, and scientific and clinical research grants. The LAF website also features a resources guide for people living with cancer that provides physical and emotional support as well as survivorship tools.

National Cancer Institute
http://www.cancer.gov

The National Cancer Institute Web site provides a comprehensive collection of data on cancer types, causes, treatments, clinical trials and on-going research. There are also a a variety of ways to contact NCI information specialists for answers to questions about cancer, help with quitting smoking and other informational materials.

National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship
http://www.canceradvocacy.org

The National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship (NCCS) offers online resources for cancer patients, including information on clinical trials, financial advice and a Cancer Survival Toolbox, a free audio program designed to help cancer survivors and caregivers develop practical skills to deal with the diagnosis, treatment and challenges of cancer