Resource Guide for Uterine (Endometrial) Cancer
by Debra Wood, RN
En Español (Spanish Version)
Main Page
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Risk Factors
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Reducing Your Risk
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Screening
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Symptoms
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Diagnosis
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Treatment Overview
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Chemotherapy
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Radiation Therapy
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Surgical Procedures
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Hormonal Therapy
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Lifestyle Changes
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Living With Uterine Cancer
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Talking to Your Doctor
| Resource Guide
Gynecologic Cancer Foundation
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Address:
230 W. Monroe, Suite 2528
Chicago, IL 60606
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Phone:
1- 800-444-4441 (hotline)
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Internet address:
http://www.foundationforwomenscancer.org/
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Description of services provided:
The Gynecologic Cancer Foundation is a nonprofit organization established by the Society of Gynecologic Oncologists. The organization provides educational materials and raises money to support programs that benefit women who have uterine cancer or who are at risk of developing the disease.
National Cancer Institute (NCI)
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Address:
NCI Public Inquiries Office
Bldg. 31, Rm. 10A31
31 Center Drive, MSC 2580
Bethesda, MD 20892-2580
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Phone:
1-800-4-CANCER (1-800-422-6237)
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Internet address:
http://www.cancer.gov
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Description of services provided:
The National Cancer Institute provides information about uterine and other cancers. The institute funds research related to cancer, and the website includes information about clinical trials.
American Cancer Society (ACS)
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Address:
1599 Clifton Road
Atlanta, GA 30329
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Phone:
1-800-ACS-2345 (1-800-227-2345)
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Internet address:
http://www.cancer.org
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Description of services provided:
The American Cancer Society provides information and support to patients and families through a network of local chapters. The society supports cancer-related research, taking an active approach to teaching people ways to reduce their risk of developing cancer.