General Cancer Resources

American Cancer Society
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.
Web: http://www.cancer.org
Phone: (800)ACS-2345

Association of Cancer Online Resources (ACOR)
A large collection of cancer-related Internet mailing lists, which regularly delivers e-mail messages to provide information and support to cancer patients and those who care for them. ACOR develops and hosts state-of-the-art Internet-based knowledge systems that allow the public to find and use credible information relevant to their illness.
Web: http://www.acor.org
Phone: (212)226-5525

Cancer.net
Mission driven organization with resources for Patients, Families & Friends, Physicians and Medical Professionals. Trusted information from the cancer experts at the American Society of Clinical Oncology.
Web: http://www.cancer.net/Cancer/cancer.html
Tel: 888-651-3038

CancerCare
CancerCare is a national nonprofit organization that provides free, professional support services for anyone affected by cancer.
Web: http://www.cancercare.org
Phone:1-800-813-HOPE

CANCER101
CANCER101 provides planners to cancer patients and their caregivers that help them to stay empowered from the moment of diagnosis through ten years of follow-up care. The planners provide patients with a place to organize their notes and appointments, to find asnwers to their questions, and most of all, to find hope.

Web: http://www.cancer101.org/planner

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
CDC is a leader in nationwide cancer prevention and control, working with national organizations, state health agencies and other key groups to develop, implement, and promote effective cancer prevention and control practices.
Web: http://www.cdc.gov/cancer

National Cancer Institute (NCI)
A part of the National Institutes of Health, NCI coordinates the National Cancer Program, which conducts and supports research, training, health information dissemination, and other programs with respect to the cause, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of cancer, rehabilitation from cancer, and the continuing care of cancer patients and the families of cancer patients.
Web: http://www.cancer.gov/cancerinfo/wyntk
(800) 4-CANCER (800-422-6237)

National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship
A survivor-led advocacy organization working on behalf of this country's nearly 10 million cancer survivors and the millions more touched by this disease. Founded in 1986, NCCS continues to lead the cancer survivorship movement. By educating all those affected by cancer and speaking out on issues related to quality cancer care, NCCS is empowering every survivor.
Web: http://www.canceradvocacy.org
Phone: (301) 650-9127

Breast Cancer Resources

BreastCancer.org
Information and online support for women with breast cancer.
Web: http://www.breastcancer.org

Breast Cancer DIY
...created by women with breast cancer, for women with breast cancer!
Do it yourself...but not alone!
http://www.breastcancerdiy.com/

Oncologystat
ER+ Breast Cancer Information from Oncologystat

Heading the Love/Avon Army of Women
The Dr. Susan Love Research Foundation and the Avon Foundation, a global leader in breast cancer research, joined forces to launch the Love/Avon Army of Women on the Today Show in Oct 2008. The goal of this partnership is to enlisthealthy women to partner with researchers to move research from the lab to real women, and from investigating treatment and cure to seeking prevention by studying what happens before cancer occurs and what causes it.
Web: http://www.armyofwomen.org

Susan G. Komen for the Cure
The world’s largest grassroots network of breast cancer survivors and activists, as well as the largest source of nonprofit funds dedicated to the fight against breast cancer in the world.
Web: http://www.komen.org

The Sister Study
A study of the environmental and genetic risk factors for breast cancer.
Web: http://www.sisterstudy.org/English/index1.htm

Breast Cancer Network of Strength.
Formely known as Y-Me, still provides 24-hour breast cancer hotline and educational programs and resources both in person and on the web.
Web: http://www.networkofstrength.org
Phone: 1-800-221-2141

Virginia Breast Cancer Foundation
VBCF is the only grassroots organization in Virginia devoted solely to representing the needs of women and family members affected by breast cancer.
Web: http://www.vbcf.org/
Phone: (800) 345-8223

Cervical and Reproductive Cancer Resources

Gynecologic Cancer Foundation
Ensure public awareness of gynecologic cancer prevention, early diagnosis and proper treatment as well as support research and training related to gynecologic cancers.
Web: http://www.wcn.org/gcf
Phone: (800) 444-4441

Ovarian Cancer National Alliance
A patient-led, umbrella organization uniting ovarian cancer activists, women's health advocates and health care professionals in the effort to increase public and professional understanding of ovarian cancer and to advocate for more effective diagnostics, treatments and a cure.
Web: http://www.ovariancancer.org
Phone: (202) 331-1332

National Ovarian Cancer Coalition
Leading ovarian cancer public information and education organization in the United States. Provides toll-free ovarian cancer information line and maintains a comprehensive website for ovarian cancer support.
Web: http://www.ovarian.org
Phone: (888)OVARIAN

The National Cancer Institute (NCI)
NCI's information on uterine cancer.
Web: http://www.cancer.gov/cancerinfo/wyntk/uterus
Phone: 1(800) 4-CANCER (800-422-6237)

Colorectal Cancer Resources

Colon Cancer Alliance
Organization of colon and rectal cancer survivors, their families, caregivers, people genetically predisposed to the disease and the medical community. They are dedicated to patient support, advocacy and education. They provide a toll-free helpline.
Web: http://www.ccalliance.org
Phone: (877)422-2030

Colorectal Cancer Network
Support network for colorectal cancer patients that provides aggressive awareness, screening, and early detection programs and advocacy for the prevention and treatment of colorectal cancer.
Web: http://www.colorectal-cancer.net
Phone: (301) 879-1500

Lung Cancer

Oncologystat
Lung Cancer Resources from Oncologystat

Cancer Screening Resources

The National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection and Prevention Program (NBCCEDP)
NBCCEP programs can provide free or low-cost mammography and Pap testing for underserved women. The NBCCEDP program has been mandated by the CDC to conduct outreach to lesbians and bisexual women, and many programs (but not all) have been trained by the Mautner Project, the National Lesbian Health Organization on lesbian cultural competence.
To find the local center in your area go to: http://www.cdc.gov/cancer/nbccedp/contacts.htm
or call (888)842-6355 (select option 7)

 

Depression Resources

For more information, contact your local Mental Health Association or:

Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgendered – Counselors Central
Web: http://www.glbtcentral.com/counselors.html

The National Mental Health Association
2001 N. Beauregard Street, 12th Floor
Alexandria, VA 22311
Web: http://www.nmha.org
Phone: (800) 969-NMHA

American Association of Pastoral Counselors
Web: http://www.aapc.org
Phone: (703) 385-6967

Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance
Web: http://www.ndmda.org
Phone: (800) 826-3632

American Psychiatric Association
Web: http://www.psych.org
Phone: (888) 357-7924

HOTLINE: National Campaign on Clinical Depression
Phone: (800) 228-1114

Johns Hopkins Health Information
Web: http://www.intelihealth.com

Mental Health Net
Web: http://www.mentalhelp.net

Wing of Madness: A Depression Guide
Web: http://www.wingofmadness.com

Nutrition Resources

American Diabetes Association
The nation's leading non-profit health organization providing diabetes research, information and advocacy.
Web: http://www.diabetes.org
Phone: (800) 232-3472

American Dietetic Association
The nation's largest organization of food and nutrition professionals.
Web: http://www.eatright.org
Phone: (800) 877-1600

Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH)
National Institute of Health Lung and Blood Disease
Web: http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/hbp/prevent/h_eating/h_eating.htm

Food and Nutrition Center (FNIC)
FNIC is a leader in on-line global nutrition information. It is one of several information centers located at the National Agricultural Library, Agricultural Research Service, United States Department of Agriculture.
Web: http://www.nal.usda.gov/fnic/
Phone: (301) 504-5719

National Diabetes Education Program
A federally funded program sponsored by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and includes over 200 partners at the federal, state, and local levels, working together to reduce the morbidity and mortality associated with diabetes.
Web: http://ndep.nih.gov
Phone: (800)438-5383

NutritionResource.com
Website developed by Registered Dietitians across the globe interested in getting credible products and information into the hands of consumers.
Web: http://www.nutritionresource.com
Email: reachus@nutritionresource.com

Weight-Control Information Network
The Program provides the general public, health professionals, the media, and Congress with up-to-date, science-based information on weight control, obesity, physical activity, and related nutritional issues.
Web: http://win.niddk.nih.gov
Phone: (800)WIN-8098

The Nutrition Source
A website maintained by the Department of Nutrition at the Harvard School of Public Health, designed to help a person get started down the path toward the healthiest diet possible.
Web: http://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/

Smoking Cessation Resources

Smokefree.gov
The Web site was created by the Tobacco Control Research Branch of the National Cancer Institute, with important contributions from other nationally recognized agencies and organizations such as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the American Cancer Society. The website is designed to provide information and professional assistance to individuals that wish to quit smoking.
Web: http://www.smokefree.gov

The Smoking Quitline of the National Cancer Institute
Phone: 1(877)44U-QUIT

Mautner Project, the National Lesbian Health Organization
The Project offers smoking cessation and can make referrals to national programs providing smoking cessation services to the LGBT community.
Web: http://www.mautnerproject.org, and http://www.shecircle.org
Phone: (202) 332-5536

See our Smoking page on the left for more resources.

Women Smokefree.gov
Made in conjuction with smokefree.gov, this website is geared towards specific women's issues while quitting including pregnancy, relationships, depression, and other women's issues. The website is designed to provide information, professional assistance and community to women that want to quit smoking.

Web: http://women.smokefree.gov

Finding an Lesbian/Gay/Bisexual/Transgender - Friendly Health Provider

Your local LGBT community center or health organization may be able to help you identify culturally competant providers in your area. The Mautner Project and the Gay and Lesbian Medical Association both maintain a referral network of LGBT-friendly healthcare providers.

Gay and Lesbian Medical Association
Offers medical expertise in professional education, public policy work, patient education and referrals, and the promotion of research for the GLBT community.
Web: http://www.glma.org
Phone: (415) 255-4547

Dental Resources

American Dental Association
The professional association of dentists committed to the public's oral health, ethics, science, and professional advancement.
Web: http://www.ada.org
Phone: (312) 440-2500

American Dental Hygenists' Association
Information for both dental hygenists and consumers.
Web: http://www.adha.org
Phone: (312) 440-8944

CDC's Division of Oral Health
Information on this division of the CDC dedicated to oral health. Provides information adults, children, infection control in dental settings, fluoridation, publications, guidelines and recommendations, data systems, and state-based programs for dental health financial assistance.
Web: http://www.cdc.gov/OralHealth/

National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research
A division of the National Institutes of Health, this institute's mission is to improve oral, dental and craniofacial health through research, research training, and the dissemination of health information.
Web: http://www.nidcr.nih.gov/
Phone: (301) 496-4261

Oral Health America
The nation's premier, independent advocacy organization dedicated to improving oral health for all Americans.
Web: http://www.oralhealthamerica.org
Phone: (312) 836-9900

JADA
The Journal of the American Dental Association.
Web: http://jada.ada.org/

Healthy People 2010 Oral Health Chapter
An online version of the oral health section from the publication Healthy People: 2010.
Web: http://healthypeople.gov/document/HTML/Volume2/21Oral.htm

Finding Low-Cost Dental Care
An article with some resources on how to find affordable dental care published by the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR).
Web: http://www.nicdr.nih.gov/OralHealth/PopularPublications/FindingLowCostDentalCare/

Why Oral Health is Important to Women
An article published by the Academy of General Dentistry citing important things women should know about how life stages relate to oral health.
Web: http://www.agd.org/support/articles/?ArtID=1369

Simplyteeth.com
An unique website dedicated to being a dental reference to teeth and gums, normal and abnormal, healthy and unhealthy.
Web: http://www.simplyteeth.com

MedlinePlus: Dental Health
A webspage full of links to organizations, basic information, overviews, articles, videos, studies, anatomy, financial issues and more - all about dental health.
Web: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/dentalhealth.html

 

General Health Resources

National Women's Health Information Center
This website and toll-free call center were created to provide FREE, reliable health information for women on topic areas like heart disease, disabilities and pregnancy.
Web: http://www.4women.gov

Atlanta Lesbian Health Initiative
The Atlanta Lesbian Health Initiative is a large lesbian health organization in the Southeastern United States. They provide services, education, outreach, and advocacy for lesbians who have been diagnosed with disease and for those who are committed to living healthier lives.
Web: http://www.thehealthinitiative.org/

Medline Plus: A service of the U.S. National Library of Medicine and the National Institutes of Health - Gay, Lesbian and Transgender Health
Gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender individuals have special health concerns besides the usual ones that affect most men and women. On this page you'll find information about these specific health issues.
Web: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/gaylesbianandtransgenderhealth.html

MedLine Plus: Go Local
A service of the National Library of Medicine and the National Institutes of Health. Provides an online referral service for finding local resources for health-related issues.
Web: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/golocal/topicmap_261.html

Lesbian Health Research Center
The Lesbian Health Research Center is dedicated to improving the health of lesbians, bisexual women, transgender people, and families. Their website has a collection of information ranging from access to care to care of elders.
Web: http://www.lesbianhealthinfo.org/index.html

Go Ask Alice
A health question-and-answer internet resource that works to provide readers with reliable, accurate, accessible, culturally competent information and a range of thoughtful perspectives so that they can make responsible decisions concerning their health and well-being.
Web: http://www.goaskalice.columbia.edu/

About.com's Resources for Lesbian Life (Health & Wellness)
Lesbian and Bisexual Health Concerns
Health is a Lesbian Issue. So many women's health resources are geared toward heterosexual women. These pages will provide lesbian specific health resources.
Web: http://lesbianlife.about.com/od/lesbianhealth/Lesbian_and_Bisexual_Health_Concerns.htm

Lesbian.com's Health Page
Web: http://www.lesbian.com/health/health_intro.html

Curve: Coming Out to Your Gyn
Web: http://www.curvemag.com/Detailed/11.html

Myths and Facts about Domestic Violence
Web: http://lesbianlife.about.com/od/lesbianhealth/a/DVFactsMyths.htm

Domestic Violence Resources
Web: http://lesbianlife.about.com/od/lesbianhealth/a/DVResources.htm

HIV/AIDS
Web: http://www.datehookup.com/content-the-aids-resource-list.htm

Breast Self Exam Demonstration
Web: www.komen.org/bse

Complementary and Alternative Medicine

Annie Appleseed Project
The Annie Appleseed Project, a non-profit corporation, provides information, education, advocacy, and awareness for people with cancer and their family and friends who are interested in complementary or alternative medicine (CAM) and natural therapies from a patient's perspective. The mission of The Annie Appleseed Project is to provide information, education, advocacy and awareness for people with cancer about CAM and other issues.
Web:http://www.annieappleseedproject.org

National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine
Web: http://nccam.nih.gov/

LGBT Health Centers

Whitman-Walker Clinic
Washington, D.C.
Web: http://www.wwc.org

Chase Brexton Health Services
Baltimore and other Maryland locations
Web: http://www.chasebrexton.org/

Mazzoni Center
Philadelphia
Web: http://www.mazzonicenter.org/

Callen-Lorde Health Center
New York City
Web: http://www.callen-lorde.org/

Fenway Community Health Center
Boston
Web: http://www.fenwayhealth.org/site/PageServer

Howard Brown Health Center
Chicago
Web: http://www.howardbrown.org/ and http://www.lccp.org

Hartford Gay and Lesbian Health Collective
Hartford, Connecticut
Web: http://www.hglhc.org

 

Caregiver Resources

Coping With Caregiver Burnout
Web: http://www.healthology.com/caregiving/article336.htm

Empowering Caregivers
Web: http://www.care-givers.com/DBArticles/pages/viewarticle.php?id=225

Family Caregiver Alliance
Web: www.caregiver.org

About: Stress Management
Web: http://stress.about.com/od/lowstresslifestyle/tp/self_care.htm

Preventing Caregiver Burnout
Web: http://www.agingcarefl.org/caregiver/fourStages/stageThree/section01

Discover Fun Things To Do
Web: http://www.discoverfun.com/freeinfo/500fun/index.html

Recognizing Caregiver Burnout
Web: http://women.webmd.com/caregiver-recognizing-burnout

Full Circle Women's Care
Location: Salt Lake City, Utah
Web: http://fullcirclecare.com/

 

Bereavement Resources

About: Death and Dying
Web: http://dying.about.com

Grief, Loss, and Recovery
Web: www.grieflossrecovery.com

Living With Loss Magazine
Web: www.bereavementmag.com

Last Acts Coalition
Web: http://www.lastacts.org

Hope for the Bereaved
Web: http://www.hopeforthebereaved.com

Compassionate Friends
Web: www.compassionatefriends.org

Grief Recovery Institute
Web: http://www.grief-recovery.com/index.html

Journey of Hearts
Web: http://journeyofhearts.org

American Hospice Foundation
Web: www.americanhospice.org/griefzone/index

ADEC: Association for Death Education and Counseling
Web: www.adec.org

AARP
Web: www.aarp.org

Five Wishes in the Workplace
Web: http://www.agingwithdignity.org/5wishwork.html and http://www.agingwithdignity.org/5wishes.html

Share Grief
Web: www.sharegrief.com

Griefwork Center, Inc.
Web: www.griefworkcenter.com

 

Transgender Health Resources

TransGenderCare
Web: http://www.transgendercare.com/

Trans-Health
Web: http://www.trans-health.com/

American Cancer Society: Access to Care and Cancer Disparity Fact Sheet
Web: http://www.glbthealth.org/documents/FactSheetRevised-TransgenderedIndividuals.pdf

Transsexual Road Map
Web: http://www.tsroadmap.com/

Intersex Society of North America
Web: http://www.isna.org/

FTMInternational: Health Page
We: http://www.ftmi.org/

Open Directory: Trans Health and Wellness
Web: http://www.dmoz.org/Society/Transgendered/Health_and_Wellness/

Youth Health Resources

Billy DeFrank LGBT Community Center
Web: http://www.defrankyouthspace.org

Sexual Minority Youth Assistance League (SMYAL)
Web: http://www.smyal.org

National Youth Advocacy Coalition (NYAC)
Web: http://www.nyacyouth.org

Legal Resources

Lambda Legal
Web: http://www.lambdalegal.org/publications/take-the-power/order-take-the-power.html