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“Know Cancer” Lists Resources for YAs(1)

January 20, 2010

Know Cancer is working on a very robust list of resources for patients and survivors. Need a psychiatrist? Psychologist? Massage Therapist? Dietician? Wig maker? Holistic Practitioner? Legal Assistance? This well-organized and sharp-looking list has something for everyone. Check it out today, and submit your listings as well to help grow the list. The website also [...]

The Young Survival Coalition

For young women under the age of 40 diagnosed with breast cancer. Their motto is “Action, Advocacy and Awareness,” which speaks to their emphasis on raising the legislative and medical profile of issues of young women with breast cancer. They maintain an active and extensive bulletin board for young women with breast cancer. Visit the [...]

Young Cancer Spouses

The emotional and logistical issues a young spouse of a cancer patient faces are vastly different from spouses of older cancer patients that dominate oncology units and support groups. YoungCancerSpouses seeks to provide a source of practical information gained from their own experience as a young cancer spouses. Visit the site

Young Adults Surviving Glioblastoma

A positive resource for people affected by Glioblastoma under the age of 50. The site has bios, treatment stories, message boards and a live chat function to bring people dealing with this form of brain cancer together for positive peer support. Visit the site


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