Web Sites

For general information, including information on clinical trials and treatment options, begin with the American Cancer Society , CancerBACUP, and the National Cancer Institute. In addition, The Methodist Hospital's Cancer Program is one of the nation's largest and most rapidly evolving.
The following list gives an advocacy group for each of several specific kinds of cancer.

Brain Cancer
Breast Cancer
Cervical Cancer
Colorectal Cancer
Endometrial Cancer
Kidney Cancer
Leukemia Cancers
Lung Cancer
Lymphoma Cancers
Myeloma Cancers
Ovarian Cancer
Pancreatic Cancer
Prostate Cancer
Skin Cancers
Testicular Cancer
Thyroid Cancer

Forums

These interactive support communities were chosen for their inclusiveness, quality, and activity (the more people who are using a forum, the more likely that you will find people with whom you feel a connection).

Please remember that not even moderated forums are error-free. They are a place for patients, friends, and families to share their personal experiences and opinions. For medical information from researchers and medical professionals, try any of the other links on this page.

The Methodist Hospital has information on support groups in Houston

General Cancer Topics & Chat Rooms
Bladder Cancer
Brain Cancer
Breast Cancer (UK)
Breast Cancer (US)
Breast Cancer (Young People <42)
Colorectal Cancer
Esophageal Cancer (Barrett's Esophagus)
Gallbladder & Bile Duct Cancer
Gynecological Cancers
Gynecological Cancers (hysterectomy support)
Kidney Cancer
Laryngeal Cancer
Leukemia Cancers
Liver Cancers
Lung Cancer
Lymphoma Cancers
Lymphoma Cancers (Hodgkin's & Non-Hodgkin's)
Myeloma Cancers
Ovarian Cancer
Prostate Cancer
Skin Cancers
Testicular Cancer
Thyroid Cancer