Resource Guide for Melanoma

AMERICAN ACADEMY OF DERMATOLOGY

Address:
PO Box 4014
Schaumburg, IL 60168-4014

Phone:
1-866-503-SKIN (US toll free)
202-842-3555

Internet address:
http://www.aad.org

Description of services provided:
This website provides educational patient information on melanoma and a feature to help you find a dermatologist in your area.

American Cancer Society

Address:
1599 Clifton Road
Atlanta, GA 30329

Phone:
1-800-ACS-2345 (1-800-227-2345)

Internet address:
http://www.cancer.org/

Description of services provided:
The American Cancer Society provides information and support to patients with melanoma and their families through a network of local chapters. The society supports cancer-related research. It takes an active approach to teaching people ways to reduce their risk of developing cancer.

National Cancer Institute

Address:
NCI Public Inquiries Office
6116 Executive Boulevard
Room 3036A
Bethesda, MD 20892-8322

Phone:
1-800-4-CANCER (1-800-422-6237)

Internet address:
http://www.cancer.gov

Description of services provided:
The National Cancer Institute provides information about melanoma and other cancers. The institute funds research related to cancer; its website also includes information about clinical trials.