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ASCO (American Society of Clinical Oncology)

ASH (American Society of Hematology)

HOPA (Hematology/Oncology Pharmacy Association)

MASCC (Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer)

NCCN (National Comprehensive Cancer Network)

ONS (Oncology Nursing Society)

CancerCare

CancerCare provides free professional help to people with all cancers through counseling, education, information, referral, and direct financial assistance. All services are provided free of charge and are available to people of all ages, with all types of cancer, at any stage of the disease. CancerCare’s initiatives also extend to family members, caregivers, and professionals.

National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship

The National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship is a survivor-led advocacy organization working on behalf of people with all types of cancer and their families, and is dedicated to assuring quality cancer care for all Americans.

Ovarian Cancer National Alliance

The Ovarian Cancer National Alliance coordinates national efforts to place ovarian cancer education, policy, and research issues prominently on the agendas of national policy makers and women’s healthcare leaders.

American Cancer Society

The American Cancer Society is a nationwide community-based voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by preventing cancer, saving lives, and diminishing suffering from cancer through research, education, advocacy, and service.

Cancervive

Cancervive is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing public education, advocacy, and support to cancer patients, families, and health professionals. Its mission is to help survivors reclaim their lives after cancer. View the video seen on the Discovery Channel.

The Wellness Community

The Wellness Community (TWC) is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to providing free emotional support, education, and hope for people with cancer and their loved ones. Through participation in professionally led support groups, educational workshops, and mind/body programs utilizing the Patient Active Concept, people affected by cancer can learn vital skills to regain control, reduce feelings of isolation, and restore hope—regardless of the stage of disease.

National Breast Cancer Coalition

The National Breast Cancer Coalition (NBCC) is the nation’s largest breast cancer advocacy group, with more than 600 member organizations and 70,000 individual members and supporters. Committed to ending breast cancer, NBCC and its sister organization, the National Breast Cancer Coalition Fund, work to educate and train individuals to be effective activists and to influence the public policies that affect breast cancer research and treatment.

Y-ME National Breast Cancer Organization  (800-221-2141)

Y-ME’s 24-hour free and confidential hotline is staffed by trained breast cancer survivors to offer support and answer questions in 150 languages. Other Y-ME programs, services, and publications ensure that through information, empowerment, and peer support, no one faces breast cancer alone.