This section is dedicated to providing colorectal cancer patients with the support and care they require by furnishing them and their families with a listing of site-specific links that provide information, services and assistance. In addition to the information found on our website, these key sources provide additional evidence and support on colorectal cancer-related issues. Click on one of the following to access a listing of information-specific websites.

• PART I: PATIENT SUPPORT
•  General Cancer Information & Organizations
•  Diagnosis
•  Treatment
•  Colorectal Cancer Patient Information & Support Groups
•  Screening
• PART II: CLINICAL TRIALS
• PART III: KEY EVIDENCE-BASED LINKS
•  Canadian
•  United States
•  International
• PART IV: PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS
• PART V: COMPLEMENTARY THERAPIES
• PART VI: BOOKS & BOOK REVIEWS
• PART VII: GENETICS OF CRC
• PART VIII: HOSPICE CARE
• PART IX: CANCER JOURNALS
• PART X: ORGANIZATIONS
• PART XI: HEALTH AND MEDICAL INFORMATION
• PART XII: NUTRITION INFORMATION
• PART XIII: CANCER CENTERS
• PART XIV: SURGEONS
• PART XV: DICTIONARY/GLOSSARY
• PART XVI: MEDICAL JOURNALS
• PART XVII: PHARMACEUTICALS
• PART XIX: META SITES
• PART XX: INDIVIDUAL SITES
• PART XXI: INTERNET FACILITIES
• PART XXII: CLINICAL TRIALS
• PART XXIII: SURGICAL SITES

PART I: PATIENT SUPPORT

General Cancer Information & Organizations

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Colorectal cancer is a malignant disease occurring in the colon or the rectum. This year alone an estimated 22,000 Canadians will be diagnosed with the disease and the diagnosis of colorectal cancer brings with it many questions and a need for clear, understandable answers. In addition to the information you can find on our website, the Colorectal Cancer Association of Canada has compiled a list of key sources to provide you with additional information on colorectal cancer-related issues. The following list consists of general cancer information and organizations. Click on any one link to access the content on the website.

Alberta Cancer Board Mandated by the government of Alberta under the Cancer Programs Act to coordinate all cancer research, prevention and treatment programs in the province of Alberta.

Alberta Health & Wellness Government of Alberta site ensuring the health care system meets the needs of all Albertans.

American Associations for Cancer Research: The AACR is the oldest and largest scientific organization in the world focused on every aspect of high-quality, innovative cancer research. The mission of the AACR is to prevent and cure cancer through research, education, communication, and collaboration. 215.440.9300 or toll free 866.423.3965

American Cancer Society (ACS): An extensive network of information resources and organizations fighting cancer by providing information, education, support and research funding. 800.ACS.2345

American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO): A non-profit organization, ASCO supports cancer research, especially patient-oriented clinical research. Membership is composed of clinical oncologists from all oncology disciplines and sub-specialties. 703.299.0150

An Overview and General Information on Colorectal Cancer - Learn the symptoms, preventions, diagnosis, treatment, etc. from this well-written but easily understandable article from the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. 

Association of Cancer Online Resources (ACOR ): An internet-based public charity dedicated to improve the quality of care provided to patients with cancer and the quality of life of patients, survivors and their caregivers. 212.226.5525

BC Cancer Agency Information about prevention, screening and early detection, diagnosis and treatment services, support programs, community programs, research and education.

Canadian Association of Psychosocial Oncology The Canadian Association of Psychosocial Oncology (CAPO) is a professional organization bringing together the disciplines which play a major role in the delivery of psychosocial services, research, and education in oncology.

Canadian Cancer Society: A national, community-based organization of volunteers whose mission is the eradication of cancer and the enhancement of the quality of life of people living with cancer. 1.888.939.3333

Canadian Oncology Societies Promotes exchange of information to be used in the prevention and diagnosis of cancer and the care of cancer patients and their families.

Canadian Partnership Against Cancer: An independent organization accelerating action on cancer control across Canada.

Canadian Public Health Association : A national resource advocating for the improvement and maintenance of personal and community health.

Canadian Strategy for Cancer Control: Aiming to prevent cancer, cure cancer, and increase survival and quality of life for those who develop cancer, by converting the knowledge gained through research, surveillance and outcome evaluation into strategies and actions.

Canadian Task Force on Preventive Health Care: This website is designed to serve as a practical guide to health care providers, planners and consumers for determining the inclusion or exclusion, content and frequency of a wide variety of preventive health interventions, using the evidence-based recommendations of the Canadian Task Force on Preventive Health Care (CTFPHC). 

Cancer Care: A non-profit, voluntary health agency devoted to education, research, and patient services relating to cancer patients and their families. The organization’s programs include individual and group counseling for patients and their families, bereavement services, financial assistance, and education programs. 800.813.HOPE

Cancer Care Ontario: Cancer Care Ontario, the government’s cancer advisor, is the provincial agency responsible for continually improving cancer services in Ontario.

Cancer Consultants.com: The website is an online destination for information covering the prevention, screening, and management of cancer in English and Spanish for leading providers of cancer care in the United States

Cancer Detection & Prevention Online Cancer control by predictive and preventative oncology. Publishes papers that bear directly or indirectly on primary and secondary cancer prevention including the role of genetics, molecular oncogenesis, biotechnology, biochemistry, immunology, virology, toxicology, radiation oncology, pathology, biostatistics, public health, etc.

Cancer Hope Network: Provides free, confidential, one-on-one support to people with cancer and their families. The program is available to all cancer patients and their loved ones from anywhere in the United States at no cost. 877.HOPENET

Cancer.net: The patient information website of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) is designed to help patients and families make informed health care decisions. The site provides information on more than 120 types of cancer and cancer-related syndromes, clinical trials, coping, side effects, a "Find an Oncologist" database, message boards, patient support organizations, and more. (English and Spanish)

Cancer Project: The Cancer Project promotes cancer prevention and survival through a better understanding of cancer causes, particularly the link between nutrition and cancer through research, education, and advocacy.

Cancer Research and Prevention Foundation : A national, nonprofit health foundation whose mission is the prevention and early detection of cancer through scientific research, education and community outreach. The Foundation focuses its energies and resources on those cancers – including colorectal – that can be prevented through lifestyle changes or detection and treatment in their early stages. 800 227 2732

Cancer Research UK: Cancer Research UK is the UK’s leading charity dedicated to beating cancer through research. Their groundbreaking work has saved millions of lives. Their websites have a wealth of information about cancer and research.

Cancersymptoms.org:This website is sponsored by the Oncology Nursing Society (ONS). It is designed for patients and caregivers to provide information on learning about and managing each of ten cancer treatment-related symptoms that patients undergoing treatment for a cancer diagnosis commonly experience: anorexia, cognitive dysfunction, depression, dyspnea, fatigue, hormonal disturbances, neutropenia, pain, peripheral neuropathy, and sexual dysfunction.

Caring4Cancer: This web-based resource serves as a complete source of knowledge and support for people with cancer, empowering them with the expertise, strength and hope they need to live their lives to the fullest. Caring4Cancer combines a virtual encyclopedia of cancer information with a collection of powerful tools (including videos, message boards, and e-newsletters) that help patients take an active role in managing their disease.

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: The CDC is one of the major operating components of the Department of Health and Human Services in the U.S. who deal with public health concerns. 

Chemocare.com: Chemocare.com is designed to provide cancer patients with reliable information and empowerment to make informed choices about their treatment. The site offers extensive details on chemotherapy and its side effects in patient-friendly language

Colon and Rectal Cancer News: Major Colorectal Cancer News from Colorectal Cancer Guide of the Cancer Information Network.

Colon Cancer Alliance (CCA): A non-profit organization of colon and rectal cancer survivors, their families, caregivers, people genetically predisposed to the disease, and the medical community dedicated to patient support, advocacy, and education. Helpline: 877.422.2030

Colorectal Cancer Association of Canada: The Colorectal Cancer Association of Canada is a national non-profit organization consisting of volunteers, members, and management led by a board of directors. An expert medical advisory board, made up of top healthcare professionals in the field of colorectal cancer, provides counsel to the CCAC to ensure members are kept abreast of the latest medical advances in the diagnosis and treatment of the disease. CCAC has a three-fold mandate: Increasing awareness and education of colorectal cancer, supporting patients and their families and advocating for population-based screening and timely access to effective treatments.

C3: Colorectal Cancer Coalition: A national organization whose mission is to eliminate suffering and death due to colon and rectal cancer through advocacy. C3 pushes for research to improve screening, diagnosis, and treatment of colorectal cancer; for policy decisions that make the most effective colon and rectal cancer prevention and treatment available to all; and for increased awareness that colorectal cancer is preventable, treatable, and beatable. 703.548.1225

Colorectal Cancer Guide : Explore the causes, detection, prevention, diagnosis, symptoms, prognosis, treatment, and support groups of colon and rectal cancer. 

Colorectal Cancer Network: This web site is designed to assist people with colorectal cancer, their families, friends and caregivers by aiding them in the access of information which will help them make decisions regarding treatment and management of their disease.

CURE: Cancer Updates, Research & Education is a unique quarterly magazine bridging the knowledge gap between cancer patients and caregivers. CURE demystifies the science and medicine of cancer and gives readers links to important resources on the web and in the medical community. CURE provides readers the tools they need to take action, such as participating in clinical trials of new drugs that could mean the difference between life and death. CURE was created by Cancer Information Group, LP, a physician-managed publishing company. 214.367.3500; Toll Free: 800.210.CURE (2872)

Current Oncology is an online peer-reviewed medical journal published six times a year, plus supplements. Specializing in cancer, the journal attracts top oncologists from around the world.

Disease Risk Index. Harvard School of Public Health: This interactive tool estimates one’s risk of cancer and provides personalized tips for prevention. Choose Cancer from the list on the left.

Education Network to Advance Cancer Clinical Trials: ENACCT is the only U.S. national organization devoted solely to identifying, implementing and evaluating innovative community-centered approaches to cancer clinical trials education. ENACCT’s mission is to improve access to cancer clinical trials through education and collaboration with communities, health care providers, and researchers.

FDA Oncology Drug Products. Oncology Tools contains information related to cancer, including approved cancer drug therapies, regulatory tools, disease summaries, oncology reference tools, and links to FDA agencies that have cancer-related responsibilities.

Fertile Hope: A national non-profit organization dedicated to providing reproductive information, support, and hope to cancer patients whose medical treatments present the risk of infertility. 888.994.HOPE

Gilda’s Club: Named in honor of Gilda Radner, a comedian who succumbed to ovarian cancer, Gilda’s Club, a non-profit organization, offers support and networking groups, lectures, workshops, and social events free of charge in nonresidential, home-like settings where people with cancer, their families, and friends join with others to build social and emotional support as a supplement to medical care. 888.GILDA4U

Hereditary Colorectal Cancer : 5% of all colorectal cancer cases are directly related to inherited genetic defects. Early surveillance for these patients is extremely important for early diagnosis and cure

How Cancer Grows. by Rick Groleau and Lexi Krock. This PBS site offers graphical, animated descriptions of how a carcinoma grows. It shows the progression of a malignant tumor, beginning with the first mutation within a cell and ending with metastasis, the colonization of related tumors throughout the body. It shows the most common type of cancer, a carcinoma, which can start in a particular type of tissue found in the skin, breast, prostate, and other organs.

International Agency for Research on Cancer: The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) is part of the World health Organization whose mission is to coordinate and conduct research on the causes of human cancer, the mechanisms of cancer development, and to develop scientific strategies for cancer prevention and control. The Agency is involved in research and disseminates scientific information through publications, meetings, courses and fellowships.

Intercultural Cancer Council (ICC): Promotes policies, programs, partnerships, and research to eliminate the unequal burden of cancer among racial and ethnic minorities and medically underserved populations in the United States and its associated territories. 713.798.4617

International Society for Preventative Oncology ISPO is the forum of an international membership committed to the study of interactive etiologic factors in cancer development and their impact on prevention, detection, and management of neoplastic diseases.

International Union Against Cancer (UICC): UICC is an international non-profit, nonsectarian, nongovernmental association of more than 290 member organizations in 85 countries. Their mission is to advance scientific and medical knowledge in research, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of cancer throughout the world, especially professional and public education. +41 22 809 18 11

John Hopkins’ Colorectal Cancer Center:  Provides in-depth discussion about the disease.

Juravinski Cancer Centre A comprehensive cancer program in Central West Ontario. The goal: to reduce cancer incidence, morbidity and mortality.

Medline Plus: A service provided by the US National Library of Medicine and the National Institues of Health.

Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer: The Multinational Association of Supportive care in Cancer (MASCC) is an international, multidisciplinary organization with members representing over 60 countries and 5 continents. MASCC is dedicated to research and education in all aspects of supportive care for patients with cancer, regardless of the stage of their disease.

MyBiopsy.org: Patient oriented website developed by the College of American Pathologists (CAP) which features information on more than 20 of the most common cancers and cancer-related conditions. It includes answers to questions about what the disease is, what treatment options are available, questions you should ask your doctors, a definition of key terms, and pictures of a normal tissue as well as one that is diseased.

MyOncofertility.org: This website helps patients to learn more about the potential effect of cancer (and other serious diseases) and treatments on their fertility, as well as the options for preserving fertility and resources for discussing these issues with their doctor.

National Asian Women’s Health Organization (NAWHO): NAWHO helps to raise awareness about the health needs of Asian Americans through research and education. They have health education programs for breast, cervical cancers, and reproductive health. 415.989.9747

National Cancer Institute (NCI): Conducts and supports research, training, health information dissemination, and other programs with respect to the cause, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of cancer. It also includes information on rehabilitation from cancer, and the continuing care of cancer patients and the families of cancer patients. 800.4.CANCER

National Cancer Institute: Surveilance, Epidemiology, and End Results (SEER): This website is a premier source for cancer statistics in the United States. SEER collects information on incidence, survival, and prevalence from specific geographic areas representing 26% of the US population and compiles reports on all of these plus cancer mortality for the entire US. This site is intended for anyone interested in US cancer statistics or cancer surveillance methods.  

National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine: One of the 27 institutes and centers that make up the National Institutes of Health (NIH). It is dedicated to exploring complementary and alternative healing practices in the context of rigorous science, training complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) researchers, and disseminating authoritative information to the public and professionals. United States: 888.644.6226. International: 301.519.3153

National Coalition For Cancer Survivorship (NCCS): A non-profit national US advocacy organization, NCCS is a nationwide network of independent organizations and individuals working in the areas of cancer support, education, and advocacy. 877.NCCS.YES

National Colorectal Cancer Screening Network: An organization that strives to improve cancer control in Canada by being a catalyst for a coordinated approach that will reduce the expected number of cancer cases and enhance the quality of life for those affected by cancer

National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO): NHPCO is the largest non-profit membership organization representing hospice and palliative care programs and professionals in the United States. The organization is committed to improving end-of-life care and expanding access to hospice care with the goal of profoundly enhancing the quality of life for people dying in America and their loved ones. (Spanish/English) 800.658.8898

National Society of Genetic Counselors: An organization which promotes the genetic counseling profession as a recognized and integral part of health care delivery, education, research and public policy. Genetic Counselors can be searched by State, City, Counselor’s Name, Institution or Areas of Practice or Specialization. Cancer genetic counselors are involved with individuals who have cancer or a family history of cancer. 

Newfoundland Cancer Treatment and Research Foundation: Information about the regional programs and services available in Newfoundland.

Oncolink: A resource website developed by the Abramson Cancer Centre of the University of Pennsylvania offering patients current information on a number of cancers, including colorectal.

Ontario Cancer Research Network: Accelerating the development and testing of new cancer therapies in order to bring innovative therapies to patients sooner.

Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care: Official site of the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care of the government of Ontario, Canada.

Oralchemo.org: This is an online oral chemotherapy resource for patients and families. This information is not intended for residents of the USA

Pain Control: Support for People with Cancer. National Cancer Institute. This site offers suggestions on how to work with healthcare providers to find the best methods to control pain. It also offers information about different types of pain medications and non-drug methods of controlling pain.

Patient Advocate Foundation: The Patient Advocate Foundation is a national non-profit organization that serves as an active liaison between patients and their insurers, employers and/or creditors to resolve insurance, job discrimination, and/or debt crisis matters related to their diagnosis. It seeks to safeguard patients through effective mediation, assuring access to care, maintenance of employment, and preservation of financial stability. 800.532.5274

People Living With Cancer: An online resource for people living with cancer. 

Pregnant with Cancer Network: The Pregnant with Cancer Network is a national non-profit organization for women diagnosed with cancer during pregnancy. Their mission is to connect women who are pregnant with cancer with other women who have been pregnant with the same type of cancer. These women lend support, offer hope and share their experiences with one another through phone and e-mail conversation. 800.743.4471

Prevent Cancer Foundation: A national, non-profit health foundation whose mission is the prevention and early detection of cancer through scientific research, education and community outreach. The Foundation focuses its energies and resources on those cancers—including lung, breast, prostate, colorectal, cervical, skin, oral and testicular—that can be prevented through lifestyle changes or detection and treatment in their early stages. 800.227.2732

RadiologyInfo. RadiologyInfo, provided by the Canadian Association of Radiologists, is designed to help answer questions about diagnostic imaging exams and therapies. It covers various X-ray, CT, MRI, ultrasound, and other procedures. It explains how these procedures are performed and what the patient may experience.
 
Research Advocacy Network: The Research Advocacy Network is a non-profit organization working to bring together all participants in the medical research process with the focus on education, support and connecting patient advocates with the research community to improve patient care.

RT Answers: Answers to your Radiation Therapy Questions. ASTRO, American Society for Radiation Oncology. This site, created by physicians and members of the radiation oncology team, helps to "explain how doctors use radiation therapy to treat cancer safely and effectively." Treatment information includes disease specific information, types of radiation therapy, side effects, and personal care during treatment. There are 14 brochures available in English, Spanish, Arabic, and Japanese. There is also a Doctor Finder to assist in locating a radiation oncologist.

Saskatchewan Cancer Agency: Delivering effective and sustainable research, education, prevention, early detection, treatment and supportive care programs for the control of cancer in Saskatchewan.

Self Help Resource Centre: List of cancer support groups and organizations in Toronto and surrounding communities.

StopCancer.org: Run by the Breast Cancer Prevention Coalition (BCPC), the site encourages Canadians to learn about – then take action on – the primary prevention of cancer.

The American Gastroenterological Association: The American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) is dedicated to the mission of advancing the science and practice of gastroenterology. The AGA is the oldest medical-specialty society in the United States. Comprised of two non-profit organizations — the AGA and the AGA Institute — the 16,500 members include physicians and scientists who research, diagnose and treat disorders of the gastrointestinal tract and liver.

The Cancer Project: The Cancer Project is a non-profit organization advancing cancer prevention and survival through nutrition, education and research. 202.244.5038

The Cochrane Collaboration: The Cochrane Collaboration is a global network of dedicated volunteers, supported by a small staff. They rely on grants and donations and don’t accept conflicting funding.  

The Wellness Community (TWC): An international non-profit organization dedicated to providing education and resources to people affected by cancer. 202.659.9709

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Division of Cancer Prevention and Control: Conducts, supports and promotes efforts to prevent cancer and to increase early detection of cancer.

Vital Options International: A non-profit cancer communications, support, and advocacy organization with a mission to facilitate a global cancer dialogue. It produces a weekly cancer talk radio show called The Group Room®, which allows callers to engage directly with noted oncology professionals from the US and Europe, as well as with advocates and other patients. Program information can be found on the Vital Options’ websites which provides easy access for visitors to listen to archived shows, locate national and international cancer resources and organizations, information on clinical trials, cancer news, a message board, as well as special content for young adults with cancer (English, French, German) www.thegrouproom.tv;  

Wellspring: Wellspring is a network of centres that provide emotional and psychological support, free of charge, to individuals and families living with cancer.

Wellwood Resource Centre: of Hamilton.  Wellwood is a community based, non-profit organization which provides information, supportive care programs and peer support to people who have received a diagnosis of cancer, their families and caregivers, and healthcare providers.

What You Need to Know about Cancer – Overview of information about cancer provided by National Cancer Institute.

 

World Health Organization (WHO): A specialized agency of the United Nations with 191 Member States, WHO promotes technical cooperation for health among nations, carries out programs to control and eradicate disease, and strives to improve the quality of human life. + 41 22 791 21 11

Your Cancer Risk: Estimates your risk of cancer and provides personalized tips for prevention. It doesn’t tell you if you’ll get cancer or not. Anyone can use Your Cancer Risk, but it’s most accurate for people age 40 and over who have never had any type of cancer.

 

Diagnosis

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In addition to the general cancer links provided in the preceding section, the following links are provided for those patients wishing to seek out information on a colorectal cancer diagnosis. Click on any one of the following to access the site. 

Colon Cancer and Polyps: Colon polyps may be related to colon cancer. This website provides an understanding of the topic in an article by John L. Petrini, MD.

Detection and Prevention of Colorectal Cancer: An Overview:  Information about screening, diagnosis, and prevention of colorectal cancer. 

Hereditary Colorectal Cancer : 5% of all colorectal cancer cases are directly related to inherited genetic defects. Early surveillance for these patients is extremely important for early diagnosis and cure. 

Prevention of Colorectal Cancer - What is the recommendation for American people on screening of the disease... Who is at risk...and other topics on prevention and screening of the disease. Learn from the article from the American Digestive Health Foundation.

Treatment

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Information on colorectal cancer treatments may be found not only on the Colorectal Cancer Association of Canada’s website, but may also be accessed through the following links. Click on any one of the following to access the site’s information.

Colon Cancer Treatment Information - Different options for I.V. chemotherapy: Chemotherapy doesn’t always have to be an I.V.  Learn more about the choices.

Colorectal Cancer Updates - News and trial information for treatment of colorectal cancer.

How is Colon Cancer Treated - National Cancer Institute Colon Cancer Treatment Summary for Patients and General Public.

How is Rectal Cancer Treated - National Cancer Institute Rectal Cancer Treatment Summary for Patients and General Public.
 
Treatment of Metastatic Cancer – The treatment of metastatic colon/rectal cancer furnished by Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.

Understanding Chemotherapy & Pharmacology: This site provides information on chemotherapy and the pharmacology of the drugs. 

Understanding Radiation Therapy: This site provides information and links regarding radiation therapy.

Understanding Surgical Therapies: This site provides information and links regarding the use of surgical therapies in colorectal cancer.

Colorectal Cancer Patient Information & Support Groups

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Support groups can mean the difference between life and death for some colorectal cancer patients. In addition to the personal testimonials from people who feel they found sanity, love and knowledge from the members of their support groups, research (Dr. David Spiegel) has demonstrated that emotional support can extend the lives of some cancer survivors. The opportunity to exchange information with those who have already weathered colorectal cancer can provide you with the knowledge to question your treatment and seek medical help elsewhere. Support groups are an immeasurably useful way to do this, bringing together a variety of skills, including medical and legal knowledge.

The Colorectal Cancer Association of Canada offers and lists many support groups located across Canada whose coordinates may be found on our website. The Cancer Coach Program, offered by the Colorectal Cancer Association of Canada, is also an invaluable tool offering one on one support to colorectal cancer patients. A description of the program may be found on our website, as well, for those wishing to pursue one on one support and access to colorectal cancer information. 

In addition to the support groups offered by the Colorectal Cancer Association of Canada, the following list offers a more extensive catalog of colorectal cancer support groups and networks for patients to access or contact across Canada and elsewhere. Click on any one of the links supplied to access their website.

About.com: Colon Cancer - Gives overview information on colorectal cancer and offers links for support.

ACOR: Colorectal Cancer Discussion List - Archives and mailing list support and resource group for this disease.

Alberta Cancer Board : works toward a Cancer-free future by coordinating and funding collaborative cancer research and by providing evidence-based prevention, screening, diagnosis, treatment and care in the province of Alberta.
See also info@cancerboard.ab.ca

American Cancer Society : Agency committed to fighting cancer through balanced programs of research, education, patient service, advocacy, and rehabilitation.

American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy: Website that provides an understanding of colonoscopy. 

ASCRS: Colorectal Cancer - Brief fact sheet from the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons.

Beating Bowel Cancer – An association whose aim is to raise awareness, promote early diagnosis and encourage information on bowel treatment options. Located in St. Margaret’s, Twickenham, England.

Bowel Cancer Research UK - Charity of The Royal London Hospital offers insight into bowel disease research, news, education and the possibility of online donation.

British Columbia Cancer Research Centre : Provincial agency located in BC wherein scientists and researchers perform basic, epidemiologic, and clinical research on cancer prevention, early diagnosis of cancer, the molecular and genetic characteristics of the cancer process, and basic research related to new treatments for cancer.

BUPA: Bowel Cancer - Fact sheet from this UK entity includes causes, symptoms and treatment.

Canadian Association of Gastroenterology Promotes the study of the digestive tract in health and in disease. CAG members are actively involved in research, education and patient care in all areas of digestive health and disease, including establishing screening guidelines.

Canadian Cancer Society : This is a national, community-based organization of volunteers, whose mission is the eradication of cancer and the enhancement of the quality of life of people living with cancer.

Canadian Digestive Health Foundation Is dedicated to support further research and education in the management and cure of digestive disease disorders of Canadians.

Canadian Hospice Palliative Care Association : This association offers leadership in the pursuit of excellence in care for persons approaching death so that the burdens of suffering, loneliness and grief are lessened. See also info@chpca.net
 
Canadian Virtual Hospice: This is an online community where you can find answers to your questions or share your experiences with serious illness or grief. Just like a hospice, they provide information and support for physical, emotional and spiritual concerns related to death and dying.
 
Cancer Advocacy Coalition of Canada: Canada’s only registered, full-time, not-for-profit and non-charitable cancer group dedicated to evaluation of, and advocacy around, cancer system performance including patient/survivor family issues. See also canceradvocacy@on.aibn.com

Cancerbackup:  A UK-based organization whose website includes over 4,500 pages of up-to-date cancer information, practical advice and support for cancer patients and their families.

CancerCare:  A U.S.-based national non-profit organization that provides free professional counseling, educational programs, financial assistance and practical help to people with cancer, their loved ones, and the bereaved. See also: info@cancercare.org

Cancer.com: Information for those whose lives are touched by a variety of cancers, including colorectal. Information includes support, treatment, prevention and detection.

Cancer News: Laparoscopic Surgery for Colon Cancer – Website dedicated to presenting a discussion of the laparoscopic procedure.

Cancer Patients Aid Association: Cancer Patients Aid Association works towards the “Total Management of Cancer” in India including raising awareness through lectures, promoting early detection through cancer screening camps and at clinics, covering the cost of cancer treatment through a unique insurance plan, complete patient care through medical, financial, social, psychological support to ensure compliance and rehabilitation. See also: webmaster@cancer.org.in

Cancer Survival Toolbox : This is a free audio program designed to help cancer survivors and caregivers develop practical skills to deal with the diagnosis, treatment and challenges of cancer.

CEA-Scan - General information and support is provided on colorectal cancer with emphasis on a monoclonal antibody diagnostic test.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Colorectal Screening: The Screen for Life campaign promotes regular procedures for those 50 years and older.

Chronic Pain Association of Canada : Provides a meeting place for the consideration and discussion of questions concerning pain that affects the interests of the community. See also cpac@chronicpaincanada.com
 
Coalition Priorité Cancer au Québec

Colon and Rectal Cancer News: Major Colorectal Cancer News from Colorectal Cancer Guide of the Cancer Information Network.

Colon Cancer Alliance - Non-profit offers support and information aimed at increased education, research and awareness. Located in New York City, USA.

Colon Cancer News: Numerous patient testimonial videos and other supportive information for colorectal cancer patients and caregivers.

The Colon Club: An organization defined by out-of-the box projects that inspire lifesaving dialogue and a thriving support community. 

Colorectal Cancer Association of Canada: Canada’s leading national non-profit association dedicated to awareness and education of the disease, support for patients and their families and promotion of population-based screening and timely access to effective treatments. See also:  information@colorectal-cancer.ca

Colorectal Cancer Coalition - C3 is an organization, located in Washington D.C. and with national scope, whose aims include advocacy in research, policy and awareness.

Colorectal Cancer Guide : Explore the causes, detection, prevention, diagnosis, symptoms, prognosis, treatment, and support groups of colon and rectal cancer.

Colorectal Cancer Network: This web site is designed to assist people with colorectal cancer, their families, friends and caregivers by aiding them in the access of information which will help them make decisions regarding treatment and management of their disease.

Colorectal Cancer Screening Initiative Foundation: Informs every Canadian adult about the benefits of screening for CRC (colorectal cancer) through awareness, education & advocacy initiatives. Located in Toronto, Ontario. See also: info@ccsif.ca

eMedicine Health: Colon Cancer - Consumer health resource center providing an overview of the condition and its causes, symptoms and treatment.

Empower The Patient: Ortho Biotech developed this site to give cancer patients, caregivers and support teams access to accurate and objective information on fatigue and anemia due to chemotherapy, a cancer treatment side effect. See also: info@empowerthepatient.ca

Foundation for Digestive Health and Nutrition: Foundation for Digestive Health and Nutrition (FDHN), created by the American Gastroenterological Association (AGA), develops funds for research to explore causation, prevention, improved treatments or potential cures for digestive and liver diseases, and conducts public education initiatives supporting its mission. AGA also provides listings of gastroenterologists and hepatologists in the US. They can be reached at 301 654 2055

General Practice Notebook: Colorectal Cancer - Clinically-oriented information.

Generations: Colorectal Cancer Registry in Hong Kong - Explains what this Asian-based entity does, and provides access to a support group and a newsletter.

Guide To Colorectal Cancer Resources: This site provides a guide to internet resources for colorectal cancer. Several links are provided as well as information. 

Harvard Centre for Cancer Prevention: This interactive tool estimates one’s risk of cancer and provides personalized tips for prevention. See also: hccp@hsph.harvard.edu

Hospice Association of Ontario:The Hospice association’s mission is to ensure that their members consistently deliver the finest end-of-life care possible to individuals with life-threatening conditions, their families and friends. See also:  info@hospice.on.ca

Hereditary Colon Cancer Association: HCCA’s mission is to promote awareness, education and prevention of hereditary colon cancer and raise awareness for the need for more research to find better treatments for those who are at risk and currently have a hereditary colon cancer 

Hereditary Colorectal Cancer : 5% of all colorectal cancer cases are directly related to inherited genetic defects. Early surveillance for these patients is extremely important for early diagnosis and cure for which this site provides information.

Imperial Cancer Research Fund - UK charity offers information about the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of bowel cancer. Also gives details on fundraising.

International Psycho-Oncology Society (IPOS): The IPOS was created to foster international multidisciplinary communication about clinical, educational and research issues that relate to the subspecialty of psycho-oncology and two primary psychosocial dimensions of cancer: 1) Response of patients, families and staff to cancer and its treatment at all stages; 2) Psychological, social and behavioral factors that influence tumor progression and survival.
See also: info@ipos-society.org

Jackson Gastroenterology: Colon Polyps and Cancer - Patient information about this cancer and its prevention.

The Jay Monahan Center for Gastrointestinal Health: The Jay Monahan Center for Gastrointestinal Health is a U.S.-based world-class gastrointestinal cancer and wellness center. The Monahan Center was founded in March 2004 in memory of attorney Jay Monahan, in large part, through the efforts of his wife, Katie Couric, and the organization she co-founded, the Entertainment Industry Foundation’s National Colorectal Cancer Research Alliance. The Monahan Center serves as a unique model of coordinated and compassionate care, dedicated to prevention, treatment, research, and public education in gastrointestinal cancers, including colorectal cancer. The Monahan Center provides a comprehensive, educational website as well as ongoing seminars and events for patients and families, the general public, and health professionals. 

John Hopkins Oncology Center: Provides an overview of the anatomy, classification, symptoms and diagnosis of colorectal cancer. 

Laparoscopic Colorectal Surgery: Pictures and movies on how these procedures are performed.

Lebanese Cancer Society : LCS is a non-profit, non-governmental organization whose mission is the eradication of cancer by awareness through education, and by improving the detection, prevention and treatment of cancer as well as the enhancement of the quality of life of people living with cancer. See also: lcs@cancer.org.lb; mndaher@inco.com.lb

Look Good Feel Better: A national public service program offering free 2 hour cosmetic and hair workshops for women with cancer in 100 hospital and cancer care clinics across Canada.
See also: lgfb@lgfb.ca

Lori Shelton Alliance for Colon Cancer Awareness - Non-profit aims to increase knowledge of the disease and to encourage colonoscopy as a detection tool. Located in St. Louis, Missouri, USA.

Mayo Clinic: Colorectal Cancer - Gives information about causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, prevention and coping strategies.
MD Anderson Comprehensive Cancer Center: A US-based cancer center offering support programs, help with advance directives and patient
information on colorectal cancer. International patients are welcome from around the world. 

Medicare.gov: Colorectal Cancer - Gives general information about the condition including links to institutional sources. Also links to related Spanish language publications.

Medicine Online: Colon Cancer Information Library - Collection of articles and information about this form of cancer.

MedlinePlus: Colorectal Cancer - U.S. National Library of Medicine compilation which provides links to select related subjects.

MedlinePlus: Fecal Occult Blood Test - Explanation of what the FOBT does, two methods used, why it is performed.

My Biopsy.org: A website dedicated to providing information on a cancer diagnosis from the College of American Pathologists. Information relating to the pathology of colorectal cancer is nicely displayed.

My CRC Connections: My CRC Connections Online Colorectal Cancer Community allows you to: seek advice or provide information through forums, as well as share personal stories and experiences
 
National Cancer Institute: The U.S. National Cancer Institute’s Web site provides accurate, up-to-date information about many types of cancer, information about clinical trials, resources for people dealing with cancer, and information for researchers and health professionals.
 
National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine: NCCAM’s mission is to explore complementary and alternative healing practices in the context of rigorous science, train complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) researchers, and disseminate authoritative information to the public and professionals. See also: info@nccam.nih.gov

National Colorectal Cancer Research Alliance - Non-profit provides increased awareness and raises funds for increased research. Located in Studio City, California, USA.

National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse : Easy-to-read, illustrated guide to "What I need to know about colon polyps."

National Lymphedema Network (NLN): An internationally recognized non-profit organization providing education and guidance to lymphedema patients, health care professionals and the general public by disseminating information on the prevention and management of primary and secondary lymphedema. The NLN also supports research into the causes of and possible alternative treatments for lymphedema. 800.541.3259

NCI: Colon and Rectal Cancer - Resource of the U.S. National Cancer Institute addresses screening, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and clinical trials.

NEJM: Colorectal Cancer - Article selections from the New England Journal of Medicine in related areas.

Neutropenia Support Association Inc:A volunteer-driven registered charity that was formed in 1989 to increase awareness and understanding of neutropenia (chemotherapy-induced, diminished white blood cell count). See also: stevensl@neutropenia.ca

Newfoundland Cancer Treatment and Research Foundation: A foundation dedicated to the development of novel cancer therapies within the province of Newfoundland
 
NYU: Virtual Colonoscopy - Use of an imaging technique for screening at the New York University School of Medicine.

Oncolink: This website’s mission is to help cancer patients, families, health care professionals and the general public get accurate cancer-related information at no charge.
 
Ontario Institute for Cancer Research: OICR programs are working to accelerate the development and testing of promising new cancer therapies in the province of Ontario.
See also: info@oicr.on.ca

Ontario Cancer Trials: Helps you learn about clinical trials for cancer, where they are taking place in the province of Ontario and whether or not you might be eligible to participate.

Patient’s Friends Society-Jerusalem: PFS Jerusalem is a non-governmental, non profit organization offering numerous health care services including health education, psycho social support and screening for breast cancer. We also offer training of trainers’ programs and research. See also: info@pfsjerusalem.org; pfsjer@yahoo.com 

RadiologyInfo: Colorectal Cancer:  Guide to radiation therapy including treatment options, procedure description, side-effects and follow-up protocol.

Rhode Island Cancer Council: Colorectal Cancer: Fact sheet presentation on many aspects of the disease including surgery and other treatment options.

Role of Virtual Colonoscopy in Screening for Colorectal Cancer: Authored by Tatiana C. Rocha, M.D. and Matthew A. Barish, M.D. CancerNews article reviews the subject.

Stop Colon and Rectal Cancer Foundation : Non-profit offers advocacy, support and information. Located in Chicago, Illinois, USA.

The Self-Help Connection: A Self-Help Resource Centre or Clearinghouse for over 500 groups in Nova Scotia, including support groups for abuse, anxiety, stress, depression, manic depression, addictions, bereavement, eating disorders, parenting, care-giving, heart and stroke, cancer and divorce. See also: info@selfhelpconnection.ca

The Women’s Sexual Health Foundation: An international non-profit organization whose mission is to educate the public and healthcare professionals about women’s sexual difficulties, including those related to cancer.

Society of Oncology and Cancer Research of Nigeria(SOCRON): - Society of Oncology and Research of Nigeria was created out of the need to have an organization that will give Nigeria people opportunity to learn new things about Cancer. See also: info@socron.net

United Ostomy Associations of America, Inc.: The UOA consists of over 400 chapters across North America and provides a toll free number to request assistance. Available are their quarterly newsletter, "The Ostomy Quarterly," patient visiting and support, and a variety of publications for the rehabilitation and support of ostomates. They can be reached at 1 800 826 0826

United Ostomy Association of Canada Inc. : A volunteer based organization dedicated to assisting all persons facing life with gastrointestinal or urinary diversions by providing emotional support, instructional and information services through the membership, the family, associated caregivers and the general public. See also: info@ostomycanada.ca

Vital Options International Inc. : A not-for-profit cancer communications, support and advocacy organization, whose mission is to facilitate a global cancer dialogue by using communications technology to reach every person touched by cancer.
See also: info@vitaloptions.org
 
What You Need to Know about Cancer of the Colon and Rectum - Online brochure for patients and their caregivers from the U.S. National Cancer Institute.

Women’s Health Matters: Canadian source for reliable, evidence-based and up-to-date information on women’s health and lifestyle issues. See also: info@womenshealthmatters.ca

World Health Organization: responsible for providing leadership on global health matters, shaping the health research agenda, setting norms and standards, articulating evidence-based policy options, providing technical support to countries and monitoring and assessing health trends.  

Yttrium 90 Support: A website designed to provide information, education, support, options, and hope for those affected by liver tumors or liver metastases wishing to pursue Microspheres/Theraspheres

Screening

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In addition to the information offered on our website, the Colorectal Cancer Association of Canada is providing a list of websites featuring information on Screening for Colorectal Cancer. Click any of the following links to access information on colorectal cancer screening.

Alberta Screening Program: A colorectal cancer screening program is underway in the province of Alberta and information regarding the program may be found in this website.

British Columbia Screening Program: The province of British Columbia has a colorectal cancer screening program in place whose information may be found in this website. 

Canadian Partnership Against Cancer: Relays the details of the National Colorectal Cancer Screening Network. 

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Colorectal Screening: The Screen for Life campaign promotes regular procedures for those 50 years and older.

Colorectal Cancer Association of Canada: A website offering information on colorectal cancer screening and screening tests across Canada.

Colorectal Cancer Screening and Surveillance: Current Standards and Future Trends — Society of Surgical Oncology. A website offering information on colorectal cancer screening.

Colorectal Cancer Screening Initiative Foundation: Informs every Canadian adult about the benefits of screening for CRC (colorectal cancer) through awareness, education & advocacy initiatives. Located in Toronto, Ontario. See also: info@ccsif.ca

Manitoba Colorectal Cancer Screening Program:  A screening program is underway in Manitoba whose information may be sought in this website.

MedlinePlus: Fecal Occult Blood Test - Explanation of what the FOBT does, two methods used, why it is performed.

Moffitt Cancer Center: Website providing information on colorectal cancer screening. 

National Cancer Institute: Expert-reviewed information summary about tests used to detect or screen for colorectal cancer.

National Colorectal Cancer Screening Network: An organization that strives to improve cancer control in Canada by being a catalyst for a coordinated approach that will reduce the expected number of cancer cases and enhance the quality of life for those affected by cancer

Nova Scotia Screening Program: A screening program is in place in Nova Scotia and this website provides information on that program.

Ontario Screening Program: A screening program is in place in the province of Ontario whose information may be sought in this website.

PreventCA’s:  Mission is to help prevent colon cancer. It is America’s first medical corporation dedicated to colorectal polyp-cancer screening, prevention, and early detection through a screening colonoscopy.

Role of Virtual Colonoscopy in Screening for Colorectal Cancer: Authored by Tatiana C. Rocha, M.D. and Matthew A. Barish, M.D. CancerNews article reviews the subject.

Saskatchewan Screening Program: A screening program is underway in Saskatchewan and the information may be accessed in this website. 

Screen for Life: National Colorectal Cancer Action Campaign is an initiative of the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), an organization which develops and applies disease prevention and control, environmental health and health promotion and education activities designed to improve the health of the people of the United States.

PART I I: CLINICAL TRIALS

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411cancer.com clinical trials database: is a useful database of industry sponsored cancer trials maintained by 411cancer.com, which also has much additional useful information about cancer.

ACS Clinical Trials Matching Service: The American Cancer Society Clinical Trials Matching Service is a free, confidential program that helps patients, their families, and health care workers find cancer clinical trials most appropriate to a patient’s medical and personal situation

ACS: Clinical Trials – What You Need To Know: This guide, from the American Cancer Society, addresses basic questions and concerns that a patient might have about clinical trials and participation.

American Cancer Society: This website furnishes cancer patients with clinical trials information and listings.

BC Cancer Agency - Clinical Trials Information:  Basic information about clinical trials, including the phases of clinical trials, patient risks and current trials going on in the province of British Columbia.

Canadian Cancer Society: This website furnishes cancer patients with clinical trials information and listings. 

Canadian Cancer Society - Ontario Division Research - Clinical Trials:  Learn more about clinical trials and clinical research. This site explains what clinical trials are, the CCS’ role, and much more.

Canadian Cancer Trials: A Canadian website dedicated to helping cancer patients locate and access clinical trials.

Cancer Clinical Trials Directory: This is a directory intended to guide cancer patients and their family members to some of the locations that conduct cancer clinical trials or list cancer trials that are being conducted.

CancerGuide.org:  A website providing information and accessibility to cancer trials. 

Cancer Trials Help: Cancer clinical trials provide patients at all stages of cancer with the most cutting edge medical treatment and the highest level of care.

Cancer Trials Support Unit (CTSU): CTSU is a pilot project sponsored by the National Cancer Institute (NCI) for the support of a national network of physicians and patients to participate in NCI-sponsored phase III cancer treatment trials.

CancerWatch - Clinical Trials Listing Service (USA) Information about clinical research, including listings of more than 41,000 active industry and government-sponsored clinical trials, as well as new drug therapies in research and those recently approved by the FDA. An open resource for patients interested in participating in clinical trials and for research professionals.

Center Watch: A website containing information on clinical trials as well as accessibility to those clinical trials for both patients and health care professionals. Services available include a searchable trial listings database and a subscription to a Notification and a Trial Matching Service. CenterWatch is a publishing and information services company that keeps a list of both industry-sponsored and government-funded clinical trials for cancer and other diseases.

ClinicalTrials.gov. This site lists federally and privately supported clinical trials conducted in the U.S. and around the world.

Colorectal Cancer Association of Canada: A website offering a section on the understanding of clinical trials as well as a listing of colorectal cancer trials.

Cybermedtrials:  Founded by US oncologists in 1999, this site is for patients interested in learning about cancer related clinical trials and treatments. Resources available include a cancer clinical trial database (US trials only).

ECRI: Should I Enter a Clinical Trial? A Patient Reference Guide for Adults with a Serious or Life-Threatening Illness wishing to access clinical trials.
 
Education Network to Advance Cancer Clinical Trials: ENACCT is the only U.S. national organization devoted solely to identifying, implementing and evaluating innovative community-centered approaches to cancer clinical trials education. ENACCT’s mission is to improve access to cancer clinical trials through education and collaboration with communities, health care providers, and researchers.

Emerging Med: EmergingMed’s Navigator service enables you to create a detailed profile to see if you match the eligibility requirements of more than 10,000 trials in the United States and Canada.

EORTC: (European Organization for Research and Treatment of Cancer) EORTC is the major European cancer research cooperative group. They have a fairly extensive listing of European Clinical Trials. Click on "Protocols" on the navigation pane to get to their database.

National Cancer Institute: Learning About Clinical Trials. National Cancer Institute offers information about clinical trials as well as a listing.

National Cancer Institute: New Approaches to Cancer Drug Development and Clinical Trials: Questions and Answers.

National Cancer Institute: Conducts and supports research, training, health information dissemination and other programs with respect to the cause, diagnosis, prevention and treatment of cancer, rehabilitation from cancer, and the continuing care of patients with cancer and the families of patients with cancer. A data base for colorectal cancer clinical trials according to geographic area is provided.

National Cancer Institute of Canada - Clinical Trials Group (NCIC CTG): A cooperative oncology group which carries out clinical trials in cancer therapy and supportive care across Canada and internationally. Information on clinical drug trials is highlighted.

National Cancer Institute (USA): A U.S.-based center providing a listing and information on clinical trials.

NCCN Oncology Research Program: The National Comprehensive Cancer Network’s Oncology Research Program supports research at NCCN Member Institutions. Call 215.690.0300 for more information or visit the website to contact an institution directly.

NCI CancerTrials:  Information on this site is provided by the National Cancer Institute. CancerTrials provides information and news about cancer clinical trials, for cancer patients and their families, people at risk of cancer and health professionals.

The National Institute of Health (NIH):  The institute has an even larger database of clinical trials, but not all of these are cancer specific.

National Institutes of Health Regulations and Ethical Guidelines. The Belmont Report: Ethical Principles and Guidelines for the protection of human subjects of research.

OncoLink: Clinical Trial Information:  Includes general information, such as what clinical trials are as well as more specific information on current clinical trials (mostly US based). A good source for general information and related links.

Ontario Cancer Research Network : Learn about clinical trials for cancer, where they are taking place and whether or not you might be eligible to participate.

Ontario Cancer Trials: An Ontario-based website dedicated to helping cancer patients locate and access cancer trials.  

Phrma:  is an American pharmaceutical industry trade group with some important information on drugs in development. The Phrma New Medicines in

Development Database is a rather comprehensive list of drugs in clinical testing which can be queried by disease. This isn’t a database of clinical trials, but given the company name and the drug name you can easily find the company web site to get more information including information on clinical trials now in progress.

RTOG Radiation Therapy Oncology Group is a cancer cooperative research group focusing on radiation therapy. All of the RTOG trials are in the NCI’s PDQ database, however what distinguishes RTOG’s offering is that they make the complete protocol document for every RTOG trial freely available to everyone. The protocol document is the complete technical plan for the trial including all the treatment details and a history of the treatment including references to the medical literature.

UHN Clinical Trials Information: Website that furnishes information on accessing clinical trials in Canada and elsewhere from the University Health Network, located in Toronto, Canada.
 
The UKCCCR Clinical Trials Registry: This registry is a substantial database of British randomized clinical trials. The site has a unique and sophisticated search engine and actually includes some references to published data relevant to the treatments under test.

U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Access to unapproved drugs to US patients from the FDA. 

U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Investigational New Drug Application Process through the FDA.

U.S. Food and Drug Administration. New Drug Development Timeline according to the FDA.

PART III: KEY EVIDENCE-BASED LINKS

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These key resources will provide additional evidence on cancer-related issues organized according to national location.

Canadian

Canadian Task Force on Preventive Health Care (CTFPH): The Canadian Task Force on Preventive Health Care was established in 1976 by the Conference of Deputy Ministers of Health of the ten Canadian provinces. Since then, CTFPH has released recommendations regarding breast, cervical, colorectal, testicular, bladder, and oral cancer screening, and the prevention of skin and breast cancer. The recommendations and full-text background documents are available in English. 

Health Canada (HC): Health Canada is the federal agency responsible for maintaining and protecting the health of Canadians. Its website provides access to bilingual fact sheets, technical documents, and brochures for the general public about healthy living, health care, numerous diseases and conditions (including cancer), and health protection. Information about cancer prevention and control is provided through the Population and Public Health Branch. This comprehensive website is fully searchable and easy to use.

Program in Evidence-Based Care (PEBC): Based in Cancer Care Ontario, the Program in Evidence-Based Care develops and disseminates evidence-based care information for patients, families and healthcare providers. The website provides free access to English evidence summaries and guidelines for oncologists about breast, gastrointestinal, genitourinary, gynaecologic, head and neck, lung, melanoma, neurological, and pediatric cancers.

United States

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American Association for Cancer Research: The AACR is the oldest and largest scientific organization in the world focused on every aspect of high-quality, innovative cancer research. Its mission is to prevent and cure cancer through research, education, communication and collaboration. Feel free to call at 215 440 9300 or toll free at 1 866 423 3965.

American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO): A nonprofit organization, ASCO supports cancer research, especially patient-oriented clinical research. Membership is composed of clinical oncologists from all oncology disciplines and sub-specialties. Feel free to call: 703 299 0150 Cancer Therapy

Evaluation Program (CTEP): CTEP was designed to improve the lives of cancer patients by helping them find better ways to treat, control, and cure cancer. They fund an extensive national program of cancer research and sponsor clinical trials to evaluate new anti-cancer drugs.

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): Based in Atlanta, Georgia, the CDC is an agency of the Department of Health and Human Services. It provides information in English and Spanish about preventing and controlling disease, injury and disability. The CDC has thirteen major organizational components, including the National Centre for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion and the National Centre for Health Statistics. 

National Cancer Institute (NCI): The National Cancer Institute is the U.S.federal government’s lead agency for cancer research and training. The website provides fact sheets, technical documents and brochures about over 100 different types of cancer; access to fully-searchable medical literature databases, including the Physician Data Query (PDQ); and information about research programs, research funding opportunities, and cancer clinical trials. Useful tools on this website include: access to peer-reviewed summaries on cancer treatment, screening, prevention, genetics, and supportive care; and a registry of approximately 1,800 open and 12,000 closed cancer clinical trials from around the world.

National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion: The National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion conducts public health surveillance, epidemiologic and behavioral science research, and disseminates guidelines and recommendations about disease prevention and control. A unique feature of this site is a fully searchable Cancer Prevention and Control Database. The site provides information in English only.

National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS): NCHS is the principal health statistics agency in the United States. The site provides information about numerous health surveys that have been conducted or are currently underway in the United States, and cancer statistics for the United States population. Information is provided in English. 

National Institutes of Health: The National Institutes of Health is part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. This useful site is a gateway to the NIH’s 27 individual Institutes, including the National Cancer Institute and the National Centre for Complementary and Alternative Medicine. Information about a wide range of health topics, educational programs, and research funding is available on this site in English and some Spanish

International

International Agency for Research on Cancer: Based in France, the International Agency for Research on Cancer is part of the World Health Organization. Its mission is to coordinate and conduct research on the causes of human cancer, the mechanisms of carcinogenesis, and to develop scientific strategies for cancer control. The website provides access to a number of very useful (but technical) English databases including the IARC Monographs Database on Carcinogenic Risks to Humans. This site also provides an extensive publications catalogue of IARC resources.

Cochrane Library: The Cochrane Library provides full access to numerous evidence-based medicine databases, including the Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, for paid subscribers. Abstracts of the Cochrane Collaboration reviews are provided free of charge and can be searched or browsed.

PART IV: PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS

Below is a list of medical organizations, arranged according to national location, that specialize in the field of oncology. Click on any one to access their website for information.

CANADA

Alberta Cancer Board
Alberta Ministry of Health
Alberta Health & Wellness
BC Cancer Agency
British Columbia Ministry of Health
Canadian Agency for Drugs & Technology in Health
Canadian Association of Gastroenterology
Canadian Association of General Practitioners in Oncology (CAGPO)
Canadian Association of Medical Oncologists (CAMO)
Canadian Association of Nurses in Oncology (CANO)
Canadian Association of Pharmacy in Oncology (CAPHO)
Canadian Association of Psychosocial Oncology
Canadian Association of Radiation Oncologists (CARO)
The Canadian Cancer Society
Canadian Digestive Health Foundation
Canadian Hematological Society (CHS)
Canadian Medical Association (CMA)
Canadian Oncology Society (COS)
Canadian Society for Surgical Oncology (CSSO)
Canadian Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates (CSGNA)
Cancer Care Ontario
Cancer View
Dalhousie University Libraries
Health Science Information Consortium of Toronto
International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC)
International Society for Preventative Oncology (ISPO)
Joint Oncology Drug Review  (JODR)
Manitoba Ministry of Health
McGill University Life Sciences Library
McMaster University Health Sciences Library
Memorial University Health Sciences Library
Montreal General Hospital Medical Library
National Cancer Institute of Canada, Clinical Trials Group (NCIC CTG)
National Council on Ethics in Human Research
New Brunswick Ministry of Health
Newfoundland & Labrador Ministry of Health
Newfoundland Cancer Treatment and Research Foundation (NCTRF)
Northwest Territories Ministry of Health
Nova Scotia Ministry of Health
Nunavut Ministry of Health
Ontario Cancer Research Network
Ontario Ministry of Health
Ottawa Hospital Library
Prince Edward Island Ministry of Health
Public Health Agency of Canada
Quebec Ministry of Health
Saskatchewan Cancer Agency
Saskatchewan Ministry of Health
University of Alberta Health Sciences Library
University of British Columbia Library
University of Calgary Health Sciences Library
University of Manitoba Health Sciences Library
University of Montreal Health Sciences Library
University of Ottawa Library
University of Saskatchewan Health Sciences Library
University of Toronto Gerstein Science Information Centre
United Ostomy Association of Canada Inc.
Western Libraries - Allyn & Betty Taylor Library
Yukon Ministry of Health

UNITED STATES

American Association for Cancer Research (AACR)
American College of Gastroenterology
American College of Radiology
American College of Radiology Imaging Network (ACRIN)
American College of Surgeons Oncology Group (ACOSOG)
American Gastroenterological Association
American Psychosocial Oncology Society
American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO):
American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons (ASCRS)
American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
American Society for Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology (ASTRO)
Association of Oncology Social Work (AOSW)
Coalition of Cancer Cooperative Groups (CCOG)
The Chemotherapy Foundation
Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG)
Food and Drug Administration (USA)
M.D. Anderson Cancer Centre
Memorial Sloan Ketterig
The NCCN Clinical Practice Guidelines in Oncology.
National Society of Genetic Counselors
National Surgical Adjuvant Breast and Bowel Project (NSABP)
North Central Cancer Treatment Group (NCCTG)
Oncology Nursing Society (ONS)
Radiation Therapy Oncology Group (RTOG)
SEER. Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results (SEER).
Society for Integrative Oncology (SIO)
Society of Interventional Radiology
Southwest Oncology Group (SWOG)
U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

Europe

European Organization for Research and Treatment of Cancer (EORTC)

PART V: COMPLEMENTARY THERAPIES

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Complementary and alternative medicine, commonly referred to as CAM, is the most commonly used phrase to describe medical therapies practiced outside conventional Western medicine. CAM contains a variety of healing philosophies and medical practices that are not currently accepted or used by conventional medicine. 

The following list links to websites on alternative and complementary therapies for the treatment of cancer. The sites address a variety of therapies so as to provide the reader with a wide range of views and perspectives on the use of complementary and alternative therapies (CAT). Click on any one of the following to access information on CATs. 

About.com: Information about complementary and alternative medicine for cancer.

About Herbs, Botanicals & Other Products: Memorial Sloan- Kettering Cancer Center has generated a number of reviews covering herbs, vitamins, minerals, and various other substances. Each review includes a summary of the applicable literature along with references. They do a good job of covering things which cancer patients might take for reasons other than treating the cancer - like ginger for nausea. Another benefit is the diligence with which they document interactions with conventional medicines.

Alternative Medicine: Health Care Information Resources: Site providing resources in alternative medicine.

Alternative Medicine Homepage : A site providing information on alternative cancer therapies.

American Cancer Society: Site providing information on complementary and alternative therapies. 

Botanical.com: A site providing information on herbal remedies.

CamLine: Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine website. 

CAM on PubMed: This subset of the full PubMed database contains citations to journal articles related to complementary and alternative medicine (CAM).

Canadian Cancer Society: Site providing information on complementary therapies in cancer.

Cancer Chronicles Archive Section & CancerDecisions.com archiving his current newsletter : These sites are authored by Ralph Moss, Ph.D, who is a well known alternative therapies advocate and scholar. He is the author of several books on alternative therapies for cancer including The Cancer Industry and Cancer Therapy: The Independent Consumer’s Guide to Non-Toxic Treatment and Prevention. 

CIMER (Complementary/Integrative Medicine Education Resources) from M.D. Anderson, one of the world’s top cancer centers, has lots of useful information including detailed compilations of the evidence on a number of the major alternative therapies. You will not find conclusions here, but you will find the data.

Commonweal:  Michael Lerner’s organization has placed a great deal of information on alternative therapies on-line including the full 600 page text of Lerner’s book, Choices In Healing. Overall this is a well balanced information tool on alternative therapies.

Complementary and Alternative Medicine. National Cancer Institute. This site provides health professionals and consumers with information about alternative or complementary therapies.

Computer Access to Research on Dietary Supplements - CARDS : Site offering internet information on dietary supplements. 

Dietary Supplements Labels Database: National Library of Medicine (US) : Resource Centre for dietary supplements.

Eating Hints for Cancer Patients: Before, During and After Treatment. From the National Cancer Institute.

Envita: A website offering information on complementary therapies for cancer treatment.

Friends For Life Society: A BC-based (Vancouver) resource providing information on complementary and alternative therapies. 

Inspire Health: A Vancouver-based resource providing information on complementary and alternative therapies. 

Issels: Is a resource center on comprehensive immunotherapy treatment of cancer. May be contacted at 1 888 447 7357

Licensed Natural Health Products Database: Health Canada : The regulatory agency overseeing the sale of natural products in Canada. 

Medline Plus: A resource centre for cancer alternative therapies. 

Naturopathic Medicine: British Columbia Naturopathic Association: Site offering information on naturopathic medicine in British Columbia. 

Nutrition in Cancer Care. Patient, professional, and Spanish versions are provided from PDQ and the National Cancer Institute.

Office of Cancer Complementary and Alternative Medicine (OCCAM): The Office of Cancer Complementary and Alternative Medicine (OCCAM) was established to coordinate and enhance the activities of the NCI in the arena of complementary and alternative medicine.

QuackWatch:  This is a site authored by Dr. Stephen Barrett and it offers some rather skeptical information on alternative therapies for cancer which he substantiates with evidence. A special cancer section is provided at QuackWatch’s Special Cancer Section.

Society for Integrative Oncology: A site offering information on integrative medicine in oncology.

Sunridge Medical: This is an alternative cancer clinic offering Information on advanced natural treatments for cancer. May call to obtain information at: 800 923 7878. 

The National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine. (NCCAM) is one of the 27 institutes and centers that make up the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Its mission is to support research on complementary and alternative medicine (CAM), to train researchers in CAM, and to disseminate information to the public and professionals on the effectiveness of CAM treatments.

Tumorx: A site providing information on alternative therapies for the treatment of cancer through safe and natural protocols. 

Unconventional Cancer Therapies. Published by BC Cancer Agency Cancer Information Centre, Canadian Cancer Agency. This site is designed to provide objective information for patients and families about alternative and complementary therapies. According to the Web site, much of the information consists of direct quotations from medical, peer-reviewed books and journal literature.

United States Department of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition Information Center: A site offering information on dietary supplements which can be accessed from the left menu bar. 
Toll-free number: 1-888-INFO-FDA (1-888-463-6332)

United States Food and Drug Administration: The U.S. Regulatory agency overseeing the sale of natural medicines. To report side effects or other adverse events from a dietary supplement, call Medwatch at 1-800-FDA-1088 (1-800-332-1088)

Victoria Cancer Resource Centre: A site providing information on complementary therapies.

PART VI: BOOKS

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In addition to the information found on the Colorectal Cancer Association of Canada’s website (www.colorectal-cancer.ca/en/news-and-resources/books ), the following list offers patients and caregivers a citing of books and book reviews related to the management and treatment of colorectal cancer. Click on any one of the following to obtain a description.

American Cancer Society’s - Complete Guide to Colorectal Cancer

Cancer and Natural Medicine: A Text Book of Basic Science and Clinical Research- by John Boik

Cancer Recovery Guide: 15 Alternative and Complementary Strategies for Restoring Health - by Jonathan Chamberlain

The Cancer Survival Cookbook - by Donna L. Weihofen, RD

Cancer Therapy: The Independent Consumer’s Guide to Non-Toxic Treatment and Prevention - by Ralph W. Moss Ph.D.

The Chemotherapy & Radiation Therapy Survival Guide, by Judith McKay, R.N., O.C.N. and Nancee Hirano, R.N., M.S., A.O.C.N.

Choices in Healing - by Michael Lerner, Ph.D

Colon and Rectal Cancer, A Comprehensive Guide for Patients and Families, by Lorraine Johnston

Colon Cancer and the Polyps Connection, by Stephen Fisher

Colorectal Cancer: A Thorough and Compassionate Resource for Patients and Their Families, by Bernard Levin, M.D.

Colorectal Cancer: Multimodality Management – by Leonard Saltz MD

The Complete Cancer Survival Guide, by Peter Teeley, Philip Bashe 

Dare To Hope: My Triumph Over Cancer – by Barbara McIntyre

50 Essential Things to Do When the Doctor Says It’s Cancer, by Greg Anderson

Eating Hints for Cancer Patients

Everyone’s Guide to Cancer Therapy: How Cancer Is Diagnosed, Treated, and Managed Day to Day

Foods That Fight Cancer: Preventing and Treating Cancer Through Diet – by Richard Beliveau

From Cancer Patient to Cancer Survivor: Lost in Transition – by Maria Hewitt et. al.

Gabriel’s Dragon – by Antony Gabriel

Gastrointestinal and Colorectal Anasthesia – by Chandra M. Kumar & Mark Bellamy

It Helps to Have Friends, by Carol Lindberg

Lessons from Joan- Living and Loving with Cancer, A Husband’s Story, by Eric Kingson

Listen With Your Heart - Talking With the Cancer Patient

Myths & Facts about Colorectal Cancer - by Richard Padzur, MD and Melanie Royce, MD 

Picking Up The Pieces: Moving Forward After Surviving Cancer – by Sherri Magee and Kathy Scalzo

Positive Options for Colorectal Cancer: Self-Help and Treatment – by Carol Ann Larson

Options: The Alternative Cancer Therapy Book - by Richard Walters

Ten Best Readings in Colorectal Cancer — Richard C. Carl, MD — Cancer Control Journal, H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center

The Doctor’s Vitamin and Mineral Encyclopedia - by Sheldon Saul Hendler, M.D., Ph.D

The Ostomy Book, By Barbara Dorr Mullen and Kerry Anne McGinn

The Paper Chain, by Claire Blake

Recovering Life, by Charisse and Darryl Strawberry

Sexuality and Fertility after Cancer, by Leslie R. Schover

Taking Part in Clinical Trials: What Cancer Patients Need to Know

What To Do If You Get Colon Cancer — A Specialist Helps You to Take Charge and Make Informed Choices, by Paul Miskovitz, M.D. and Marian Betancourt

What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Colorectal Cancer – by Mark Bennett Pochapin

When Life Becomes Precious: A Guide for Loved Ones and Friends of Cancer Patients, by Elise Needell Babcock

PART VII: GENETICS OF COLORECTAL CANCER

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Colorectal cancer represents approximately 15% of all cancers. Of these, approximately 5% are directly related to inherited genetic defects. The following links may be helpful to patients wishing to gain access to information on colorectal cancer genetics. Click on any one of the following links to access the website containing the information.

Breast and Colon Cancer Family Registries
Two international family registries on breast and colon cancers offer concerned individuals the opportunity to participate in research, and investigators opportunities to conduct valuable research.

Cancer Genetics Overview (PDQ®): Expert-reviewed information summary in which the validity and utility of genetic tests are discussed and important genetic terms are defined.

Cancer Links Organization: A US-based site for Colorectal Cancer Links, Advocacy, Finance and Legislation, Alternative and Integrative Medicine, Cancer Clinical Trials, Cancer Glossary, Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy, Emotional Support, Genetics, ,Journals and Magazines, On-line support groups, Radiation, second opinions, survivors.

Collaborative Group of the Americas on Inherited Colorectal Cancer (ACG-ICC): The ACG-ICC can be contacted through the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons. This group provides a listing of hereditary colon cancer registries and information on clinical and chemoprevention trials.

Familial Gastrointestinal Cancer Registry: This Canadian website provides information about hereditary risk and general risk assessment. The Familial Gastrointestinal Cancer Registry (Mt. Sinai Hospital in Toronto, Canada) is used for research on inherited forms of colorectal cancer. 

Genetics of Colorectal Cancer (PDQ®): Expert-reviewed information summary about the genetics of colorectal cancer, including information about specific genes and family cancer syndromes. The summary also contains information about screening for colorectal cancer and research aimed at prevention of this disease. Psychosocial issues associated with genetic testing and counseling of individuals who may have hereditary colorectal cancer syndrome are also discussed.

Hereditary Colon Cancer Association: HCCA’s mission is to promote awareness, education and prevention of hereditary colon cancer and raise awareness for the need for more research to find better treatments for those who are at risk and currently have a hereditary colon cancer 

Hereditary Colon Cancer Newsletter — M.D. Anderson Cancer Center

Hereditary Colorectal Cancer : 5% of all colorectal cancer cases are directly related to inherited genetic defects. Early surveillance for these patients is extremely important for early diagnosis and cure.

National Society of Genetic Counselors: An organization in the US which promotes the genetic counseling profession as a recognized and integral part of health care delivery, education, research and public policy. Genetic Counselors can be searched by State, City, Counselor’s Name, Institution or Areas of Practice or Specialization. Cancer genetic counselors are involved with individuals who have cancer or a family history of cancer. 

Search: Cancer Genetics Services Directory: Directory of professionals who provide services related to cancer genetic risk assessment, counseling, and testing.

Tumor Markers: Questions and Answers: A fact sheet that defines tumor markers and describes how they can be used to aid diagnosis and treatment. National Cancer Institute Fact Sheet 5.18

Understanding Gene Testing: Illustrates what genes are, explains how mutations occur and are identified within genes, and discusses the benefits and limitations of gene testing for cancer and other disorders.

PART VIII: HOSPICE CARE

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Hospice palliative care is whole-person health care that aims to relieve suffering and improve the quality of living and dying. The mandate of every hospice palliative care centre should be that all Canadians have access to quality, end-of-life care. The following list offers a directory of Canadian and US-based hospice palliative care services for patients embarking on the palliative care journey.

Canadian Directory of Hospice Palliative Care Services: An extensive listing of Hospice Palliative Care Services focusing on cancer-stricken patients found throughout Canada. 

Canadian Hospice Palliative Care Association Offering national leadership in the pursuit of excellence in care for persons approaching death so that the burdens of suffering, loneliness and grief are lessened.

Canadian Virtual Hospice: This is an online community where you can find answers to your questions or share your experiences with serious illness or grief. Just like a hospice, they provide information and support for physical, emotional and spiritual concerns related to death and dying.

Hospice Foundation of America: includes resources and links for the caregivers (in the Caregivers’ Corner), End of Life Information, announcements about teleconferences, a blog for caregivers, and a link to "Locate a Hospice", a directory of hospices at HospiceDirectory.org.

National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO): NHPCO is the largest non-profit membership organization representing hospice and palliative care programs and professionals in the United States. The organization is committed to improving end-of-life care and expanding access to hospice care with the goal of profoundly enhancing the quality of life for people dying in America and their loved ones. (Spanish/English) 800.658.8898

Partnership for Caring: US-based centre providing legal counseling and information on end-of-life decisions.

PART IX: CANCER JOURNALS

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For a complete listing of cancer-related journals, please visit  www.cancerindex.org/clinks9.htm

The Journals are arranged in alphabetical order and are furnished with respective links, abbreviations and publishers

PART X: ORGANIZATIONS

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American College of Gastroenterology

CSCRS

Canadian Association of Psychosocial Oncology

Canadian Cancer Action Network

Canadian Cancer Society

Canadian Health Network

Canadian Interventional Radiology Association

Canadian Partnership Against Cancer

Canadian Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates

Cancer Advocacy Coalition Canada

Cancer Research and Prevention Foundation

Centres for Disease Control and Prevention

Colorectal Cancer Chat
Source: People Living with Cancer (PLWC)

Directory of Hospice Palliative Care Services
Source: The Canadian Hospice Palliative Care Association (CHPCA)

Folic acid may cut colon cancer risk
Source: MSNBC

Group Loop

Groupe d’Étude en Oncologie du Québec

Hereditary Colon Cancer Association

My CRC Connections

National Cancer Institute

National Cancer Institute Clinical Trials

National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship

New Test Shows Detection of Proximal Colorectal Cancer Through Analysis of Fecal DNA
Source: Cancerwise.org

Newfoundland Cancer Treatment and Research Foundation

People Living with Cancer

Society of Interventional Radiology

The American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons

The Colon Club

United Ostomy Association of Canada Inc

PART XI: HEALTH AND MEDICAL INFORMATION

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Canadian Health Network - Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month

Cancer Consultants Cancer Drug Pipeline

Cancer Genetics Web - ColoRectal Cancers

Cancer Surveillance On-Line

Cancer Treatment Centers of America - Colorectal Cancer Kit

CancerTV

CancerTV: cancer education and information video sharing

Colon Test- Sensitive

Featured Colon Cancer Programs on C-Health

Frankly Speaking About Colorectal Cancer
Source: The Wellness Community

Health: information about Colon Cancer on Yahoo! Health

Hereditary Cancer Institute

Information on Fecal Incontinence

L’hebdomadaire francophone du Grand Nord canadien

M. D. Anderson

Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research

Medbroadcast.com - What is colorectal cancer?

Mount Sinai Hospital: Links to Internet Resources

National Colorectal Cancer Roundtable

National Guidelines Clearinghouse

National Library of Medecine articles

OncoLink

People Living with Cancer

Pharmasave Library - Colorectal Cancer

Radiation Therapy Answers
Source: American Society for Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology

Stages of crc cancer with illustrations

The American Cancer society Cancer Survivors Network

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

The Cleveland Clinic Foundation

The DAVE Project - Gastroenterology - Atlas of Endoscopy

The Super Colon Exhibit
Source: Cancer Research and Prevention Foundation

UK NHS CANCER PLAN progress report on Cancer (see Bowel Cancer recommendations)

http://www.health4care.com

www.cancer.net
Source: Doctor approved cancer information.

www.durhamregion.com

PART XII: NUTRITION INFORMATION

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Canadian Health Network - Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month

Cancer Consultants Cancer Drug Pipeline

Cancer Genetics Web - ColoRectal Cancers

Cancer Surveillance On-Line

Cancer Treatment Centers of America - Colorectal Cancer Kit

CancerTV

CancerTV: cancer education and information video sharing

Colon Test- Sensitive

Featured Colon Cancer Programs on C-Health

Frankly Speaking About Colorectal Cancer
Source: The Wellness Community

Health: information about Colon Cancer on Yahoo! Health

Hereditary Cancer Institute

Information on Fecal Incontinence

L’hebdomadaire francophone du Grand Nord canadien

M. D. Anderson

Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research

Medbroadcast.com - What is colorectal cancer?

Mount Sinai Hospital: Links to Internet Resources

National Colorectal Cancer Roundtable

National Guidelines Clearinghouse

National Library of Medecine articles

OncoLink

People Living with Cancer

Pharmasave Library - Colorectal Cancer

Radiation Therapy Answers
Source: American Society for Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology

Stages of crc cancer with illustrations

The American Cancer society Cancer Survivors Network

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

The Cleveland Clinic Foundation

The DAVE Project - Gastroenterology - Atlas of Endoscopy

The Super Colon Exhibit
Source: Cancer Research and Prevention Foundation

UK NHS CANCER PLAN progress report on Cancer (see Bowel Cancer recommendations)

http://www.health4care.com

www.cancer.net
Source: Doctor approved cancer information.

www.durhamregion.com

PART XIII: CANCER CENTERS

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Abramson Cancer Centre

Cancer Care Ontario

Cleveland Clinic

Cochrane Colorectal Cancer Group

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

Forzani & MacPhail Colon Cancer Screening Centre

Hereditary Cancer Institute

M.D. Anderson Cancer Center

Mayo Clinic

Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center

National Cancer Institute of Canada

USC/Norris Colorectal Cancer Center

PART XIV: SURGEONS

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American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons

Canadian Society of Colon & Rectal Surgeons

Surgery center, Private medical clinic - RocklandMD

The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada

PART XV: DICTIONARY/GLOSSARY

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American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons

Canadian Society of Colon & Rectal Surgeons

Surgery center, Private medical clinic - RocklandMD

The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada

PART XVI: MEDICAL JOURNALS

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American Journal of Clinical Oncology: Cancer Clinical Trials

Astra Zeneca

British Medical Journal (BMJ)

Canadian Medical Association Journal (CMAJ)

Clinical Oncology

Diseases of the Colon & Rectum

Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Clinics of North America

Hematological Oncology

Hematology/Oncology Clinics of North America

Insidermedicine - Daily Health News, Daily Health Videos, Latest Medical Information, Medical Videocasts

Journal of Clinical Pathology

Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery

Journal of Hepatology

Journal of Surgical Oncology

Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA)

Journal of the National Cancer Institute (JNCI)

Lancet Oncology

New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM)

Psycho-Oncology

Public Health Spending: Cancer strategy needed but political will lacking
Source: Canadian Medical Association Journal - Journal de l"Association médicale canadienne

http://www.healthology.com

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/

http://www.mskcc.org/Lately@MSKCC

PART XVII: PHARMACEUTICALS

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British Columbia Health Industries Network HINET

Drug Coverage - A guide to reimbursement

Guide d"utilisation du cétuximab (IMC-C225, Erbitux)pour le traitement du cancer colorectal métastatique
Source: CHU Rouen

ImClone Systems Incorporated

PART XVIII: META SITES

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MSNBC: Colon cancer resources on the Internet

Our Press Releases on CNW

http://www.onlyhealthy.com

PART XIX: PUBLICATIONS

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Cancer Prevention Newsletter (New York-Presbyterian Hospital)

Computed Tomographic Virtual Colonoscopy
Source: New England Journal of Medicine

Georges Thurston - Celine Dion - Because you love me accapella
Source: YouTube

Recommended Guidelines for the Treatment of Cancer Treatment-Induced Diarrhea (CTID)
Source: Journal of Clinical Oncology

PART XX: INDIVIDUAL SITES

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Colorectal Cancer Network (USA)

Colorectal Cancer Week

Love Action Yoga: Yoga Thrive - Therapeutic Yoga for Cancer Survivors

Yoga Thrive is a research-based 7-week therapeutic yoga program created specifically for cancer survivors and their support persons. Yoga Thrive has been modified for people who are particularly stiff, immobile, ill or under stress. Each session is 75 minutes long and no previous yoga experience is required. Yoga Thrive is offered to cancer survivors on or off treatment.

Yoga Thrive was created by Dr. Nicole Culos-Reed and Susi Hately Aldous in 2002. The program is supported by the University of Calgary, Alberta Heritage Foundation of Medical Research Research and Alberta Health Services, Tom Baker Cancer Centre.

The Yoga Thrive Program will begin in the Fall 2009 in Toronto, for more information, please contact:

Michelle Uy Owner and Certified Yoga Teacher | LoveActionYoga T: 647-223-4388 E: michelle@loveactionyoga.com www.loveactionyoga.com

Quackwatch - Your Guide to Health Fraud, Quackery, and Intelligent Decisions

Rolling to Recovery

Society Of Interventional Radiology - Cancer

Viatronix (tm) is a company with breakthrough software technology in the field of medical diagnostics.Look at "V3D" videos

Weir Comfees
Source: Weir Comfees, for all your Ostomy clothing and supply needs.

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Source: A portion of the proceeds from this sponsor are donated to the CCAC

Seventh International Colorectal Cancer Congress
Source: Cancer conferences for continue medical education by Physicians’ Education Resource

PART XXI: CLINICAL TRIALS

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Aventis Clinical Trials
Source: Aventis

Cancer Trials Support Unit

CenterWatch: Clinical Trials Listing Service on the web

Coalition of National Cancer Cooperative Groups, Inc.

PART XXII: SURGICAL SITES

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WebSurg - Colorectal Laparscopic Surgeries
Source: Aventis