Resources and Support

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Aim at Melanoma
The largest international melanoma organization, focused on melanoma research, education, awareness, and legislation.

American Academy of Dermatology
The American Academy of Dermatology's Web site provides information for consumers about skin cancer, physician referrals, and research.

American Cancer Society
The American Cancer Society's Web site provides information about cancer, including melanoma prevention, detection, diagnosis, and treatment.

American Society of Clinical Oncologists - Cancer.net
A searchable database offered by ASCO.

I'm Too Young for This Cancer Foundation
A Web site dedicated to helping adolescents deal with cancer.

Melanoma Research Foundation
This Web site educates physicians and patients on the prevention and treatment of melanoma while acting as an advocate to raise awareness of the disease.

National Cancer Institute
A searchable database offered by NCI.

National Cancer Institute - Skin Cancer
A patient-oriented explanation of skin cancer from NCI's PDQ cancer information system.

Glossary
Cancer
A general term for more than 100 different diseases that involve the uncontrolled increase of abnormal new cells. These cells form tumors that can destroy surrounding tissue and spread throughout the body.
Dermatologist
A doctor who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of skin problems.
Melanoma
A highly malignant type of skin cancer that arises in melanocytes, the cells that produce pigment. Melanoma usually begins in a mole.
PDQ Information System
Physician Data Query. PDQ is an online database developed and maintained by the National Cancer Institute. It is designed to make the most current, credible, and accurate cancer information available to health professionals and the public.

Organizations Dedicated to Cancer Patient Support

For additional information about melanoma or other skin cancers, contact the following organizations:

American Academy of Dermatology
866-503-SKIN (7546)
847-240-1280

The American Cancer Society
800-227-2345

Burger King Cancer Caring Center
412-622-1212

Cancer Care, Inc.
800-813-HOPE (4673)
212-712-8400

Cancer.net

Cancer Recovery Foundation of America
800-238-6479

I'm Too Young for This Cancer Foundation
877-735-4673

National Cancer Institute (NCI) Cancer Information Service
800-4-CANCER (422-6237)

National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship (NCCS)
877-NCCS-YES (622-7937)
301-650-9127

R.A. Bloch Cancer Foundation, Inc.
800-433-0464
816-854-5050

The Skin Cancer Foundation
800-SKIN-490
212-725-5176