Cancer-specific Research, Advocacy & Support Sites
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Brain Cancer
Brain Foundation - Home
The Brain Foundation is an Australian registered charity which raises money to fund on-going, crucial research in Australia into brain diseases and all other known neurological disorders as well as brain and spinal injuries. Headache Australia is a division of the Brain Foundation which was set up specifically to help those suffering from migraines and chronic headaches.
The Sydney Neuro-Oncology Group (SNOG)
The Sydney Neuro-Oncology Group is a charitable organisation, which aims to improve the management of brain tumours through targeted research, information sharing and constant scrutiny of treatment options.
Breast Cancer
Breast Cancer Institute of Australia
The Breast Cancer Institute of Australia aims to save women's lives by supporting collaborative clinical trials research that identifies safe and effective treatments for women with breast cancer and prevention strategies for all women.
Breast Cancer Network Australia - WA Member & Support Groups
The contact details provided here are given in support of those wishing to connect with others affected by breast cancer.
Breast Cancer Network Australia
We are the peak national organisation for Australians personally affected by breast cancer. We work to ensure that Australians diagnosed with breast cancer and their families receive the very best information, treatment, care and support possible, no matter who they are or where they live.
Breast Cancer Foundation of WA
The Breast Cancer Foundation of Western Australia Inc provides personalised support and care for those affected by breast cancer.
Head & Neck Cancer
American Head and Neck Society
The American Head & Neck Society is the largest organisation in North America for the advancement of research and education in head and neck oncology.
Support for People with Oral and Head and Neck Cancer
Support for People with Oral and Head and Neck Cancer (SPOHNC), is a patient-directed, self-help organisation dedicated to meeting the needs of oral and head and neck cancer patients. SPOHNC, founded in 1991 by an oral cancer survivor, addresses the broad emotional, physical and humanistic needs of this population.
Melanoma
Melanoma Patients' Information Page
The Melanoma Patients' Information Page (MPIP) is a non-commercial site founded to provide support and information to melanoma patients and those who care for them.
Mesothelioma
Mesothelioma | Asbestos.com - The Leading Mesothelioma Resource
The Mesothelioma Center is an up-to-date resource for all mesothelioma issues ranging from diagnosis to mesothelioma treatment options.
Mouth Cancer
Mouth Cancer Foundation
The Mouth Cancer Foundation was established in June 2004 to be a professional support organisation solely dedicated to supporting people with mouth, throat and other head & neck cancer face the crisis of cancer. It gained charitable status in May 2005.
Ovarian Cancer
The Ovarian Cancer Research Foundation has developed to become one of Australia's pre-eminent body supporting ovarian cancer research programs that occur nationally, and are focused upon the understanding of the causes of ovarian cancer, its early detection and improve patient survival.
Ovarian Cancer Australia
Ovarian Cancer Australia is the peak representative organisation for ovarian cancer in Australia. We represent the needs of the ovarian cancer community and our programs are focused on: promoting awareness of ovarian cancer and its symptoms in the community, providing support and resources to women and their networks affected by ovarian cancer, and providing a platform for women with ovarian cancer to share their experiences, while campaigning on their behalf to enhance the outlook for ovarian cancer patients through improved diagnosis, care and treatment.
Prostate Cancer
Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia
The Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia is the peak national body for prostate cancer in Australia. It is dedicated to funding research into the cause, diagnosis, prevention and treatment of prostate cancer, raising awareness about prostate cancer, and providing support, information and advocacy to men and families who are impacted by prostate cancer.
