Resources
BCFR Research Publications
For a full list of publications in research journals by the Breast Cancer Family Registry, please visit the BCFR website:
http://www.bcfamilyregistry.org/publications
National Cancer Institute Cancer Family Registries
The home site for the Cancer Family Registries, with information on all twelve international registries and the data available from them. Primarily directed at researchers.
http://epi.grants.cancer.gov/CFR/
CancerNet
Breast cancer: http://www.cancer.net/cancer-types/breast-cancer
Ovarian cancer: http://www.cancer.net/cancer-types/ovarian-cancer
A vast listing of articles, links and resources, sponsored by the National Cancer Institute. They also have a version of the site in Spanish.
Cancer Fact Sheets
The NCI Cancer Facts are a collection of fact sheets that address a variety of cancer topics. Fact sheets are frequently updated and revised based on the latest cancer research.
http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/factsheet
American Cancer Society’s Breast Cancer Resource Center
A large selection of information and resources on breast cancer diagnosis, treatment, and prevention, as well as advocacy, support groups, and current news.
http://www.cancer.org/cancer/breastcancer/
Breast Cancer Facts and Statistics
Sponsored by the non-profit Susan G. Komen foundation, this site offers basic information on most aspects of breast cancer, as well as news about the Foundation’s activities, plus a small sampling of products for sale.
http://ww5.komen.org/breastcancer/aboutbreastcancer.html
CDC’s National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program
A section of the Centers for Disease Control’s web site, focusing on their national early detection program. Also contains links to lots of national data on breast cancer, including state and national statistics and listings of cancer-related legislation.
www.cdc.gov/cancer/nbccedp/
National Alliance of Breast Cancer Organizations
An extensive listing of breast cancer resources around the country. These include support groups, educational resources, counseling, and lists of books and other recommended materials.
www.nabco.org
National Breast Cancer Coalition
The site of a national advocacy organization which lobbies government, provides data to the media, and sponsors educational outreach.
www.natlbcc.org
Women’s Cancer Network
Created by the Society of Gynecologic Oncologists, this site helps calculate your risk for breast, ovarian, and other cancers. It provides resources for finding an oncologist, links to support and advocacy groups, and related news.
www.wcn.org
American Cancer Society’s Ovary Cancer Resource Center
A large selection of information and resources on ovarian cancer diagnosis, treatment, and prevention, as well as advocacy, support groups, and current news.
http://www.cancer.org/cancer/ovariancancer/
Ovarian Cancer National Alliance
An alliance of several ovarian cancer support, education, and advocacy groups. Some basic information, along with extensive news and other links.
www.ovariancancer.org
