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Breat Cancer Resources

Susan G. Komen for the Cure has a Breast Cancer Helpline that is answered by trained, caring volunteers whose lives have been personally touched by breast cancer. For response to questions, local resources or moral support call:
Phone 1-877 GO KOMEN (1-877-465-6636)
Se hable espanol. TDD available.
Susan G. Komen for the Cure

American Cancer Society has research, education and patient service programs to help cancer patients and their families cope with cancer. The Reach to Recover program offers visits from volunteers who have had breast cancer. Spanish-speaking staff members are availabel to help you.
Phone 1-800-ACS-2345
www.cancer.org

American Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons offers information on cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgety procuderes and a plastic surgeon referral service.
Phone: 1-888-4-PLASTIC
www.plasticsurgery.org

Cancer Information Service, a aprt of the national Cancer Institute, offers free publications or the opportunity to talk directly with a cancer specialist on treatment and prevention of cancer. Spoanish-speaking staff members are available to help.
Phone: 1-800 4-CANCER
www.cancer.gov

John W. Nick Foundation provides information to educate the public of men's risk for breast cancer.
Phone 1-866-222-4441
www.johnwickfoundation.org

National Lymphedema Network provides education and guidance to lymphedema patients, professionals and the public.
Phone 1-800-541-3259
www.lymphnet.org

Sisters Network Inc. is a national African-American breast cancer survivorship organization.
Phome 1-866-781-1808
www.sistersnetworkinc.org


Y-ME National Breast Cancer Organization offers a national hotline, peer-support groups, volunteer matching, education materials, early detection workshops and many local chapters.
Phone 1-80-0-221-2141
1800-986-9505 (Spanish)
www.y-me.og

Young Survival Coalition provides information on breast cancer in young women.
Phone 1-212-206-6610
www.youngsurvival.org

updated 2 years ago