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American Cancer Society (ACS)
Address:
1599 Clifton Road NE
Atlanta, Georgia 30329
Phone:
1-800-ACS-2345 (1-800-227-2345)
Internet Address:
http://www.cancer.org
Description of services provided:
This site provides extensive information about prevention, detection, treatment, and support of all types of cancer including prostate cancer. By entering your zip code, you can find activities, news, or resources in your area.
National Cancer Institute (NCI)
Address:
NCI Public Inquiries Office
Bldg. 31, Rm 10A31
31 Center Drive, MSC 2580
Bethesda, MD 20892-2580
Phone:
1-800-4CANCER (1-800-422-6237)
Internet Address:
http://www.cancer.gov
Description of services provided:
Here you'll find information on the detection, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of prostate cancer. The site also provides tips on preparing for cancer treatment and getting a second opinion.
American Foundation for Urologic Disease
Address:
1128 North Charles Street
Baltimore, MD 21201
Phone:
1-410-468-1800
Internet address:
http://www.afud.org
Description of services provided:
This site covers all types of diseases that affect the prostate and urologic system. They also have a Prostate Cancer Resource Guide and run prostate cancer support networks.
University of Pittsburgh Cancer Institute
Address:
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
200 Lothrop St.
Pittsburgh, PA 15213-2582
Phone:
1-800-237-4724
Internet address:
http://www.upmccancercenters.com/
Description of services provided:
This site covers prostate cancer as well as many other types of cancer. They have extensive information about cancer clinical trials and questions to ask about clinical trials.
Last reviewed February 2003 by Donald Lawrence, MD
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