When you need assistance or advice on cancer-related topics, many organizations will offer their expertise at no charge. The following list includes some of the telephone and e-mail helpline services answered by oncology health professionals, trained counselors, or volunteers. These services offer general medical information; for specific medical questions, you should always talk with your doctor or another member of your health care team.
After Breast Cancer Diagnosis
800-977-4121
abcdinc@abcdmentor.org
www.abcdbreastcancersupport.org
After Breast Cancer Diagnosis (ABCD) provides free, personalized information and support to people affected by breast cancer—patients, families, and friends—through its mentoring programs. If you have questions or would like to be matched with a mentor, you can call the toll-free help line, send an email to the address listed above, or fill out the request form.
American Cancer Society
800-227-2345
E-mail form
www.cancer.org
The American Cancer Society (ACS) is a nationwide, community-based health organization that supports cancer research, education, advocacy, and service. Questions are answered within four to five business days. If you need immediate information, call the toll-free number (calls are answered 24 hours a day, seven days a week), or contact them via live chat Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM to 6:30 PM CT. Questions are taken in both English and Spanish.
American Institute for Cancer Research
800-843-8114
aicrweb@aicr.org
www.aicr.org
The American Institute for Cancer Research promotes research and education on diet and cancer prevention. When you call or e-mail the Nutrition Hotline, your question will be taken, and your call will be returned within three business days by a registered dietitian (RD). Calls are answered from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM ET, Monday through Friday
Blood and Marrow Transplant Information Network
888-597-7674
help@bmtinfonet.org
www.bmtinfonet.org
The Blood and Marrow Transplant Information Network helps serve the needs of people facing a bone marrow, blood stem cell, or umbilical cord blood transplant by linking them with a survivor or referring them to health insurance support. Calls are answered between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM CT, Monday through Friday, and emails are usually answered within 48 hours.
CancerCare
800-813-4673
info@cancercare.org
www.cancercare.org
CancerCare's mission is to provide free, professional support services to anyone affected by cancer, including people with cancer, caregivers, children, loved ones, and the bereaved. Professional oncology social workers provide information about talking with your doctor, finding financial resources, researching treatment options, coping with side effects, dealing with emotional issues, and talking with children about cancer. Calls are answered from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM ET, Monday through Thursday, and 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM ET on Friday.
Cancer Hope Network
800-552-4366
www.cancerhopenetwork.org
The Cancer Hope Network provides confidential support via telephone and online to people with cancer and their families. Call between 8:30 AM and 5:30 PM ET, Monday through Friday, to request to be matched with a trained volunteer who has experienced a similar diagnosis. Calls are generally returned within 24 hours. You can also start an online chat session via their website.
Colon Cancer Alliance
877-422-2030
www.ccalliance.org
The Colon Cancer Alliance (CCA) is a patient advocacy organization dedicated to ending the suffering caused by colorectal cancer. Call the helpline for information on colorectal cancer or to be connected with a colon or rectal cancer survivor or caregiver through the CCA Buddies Program. When you call the toll-free number, your request will be taken, and your call will be returned within 36 hours by a staff member; calls received over the weekend will be returned the following Monday. Calls are answered between 9:00AM and 6:00PM ET, Monday through Friday, and information is available in English and Spanish.
Familial Ovarian Cancer Registry
800-682-7426
www.ovariancancer.com
Familial Ovarian Cancer Registry, located at Roswell Park Cancer Institute, is an international registry of families with two or more relatives with ovarian cancer. Cancer information specialists are available to answer questions about familial ovarian cancer. Calls are answered from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM ET, Monday through Friday
Lung Cancer Research Foundation
Support line (toll-free) (844) 835-4325
support@freetobreathe.org
www.lungcancerresearchfoundation.org
The Lung Cancer Research Foundation support lineprovides education, connection to resources and opportunities for meaningful engagement to help patients and caregivers better face the challenges of lung cancer. Patients and caregivers may call 844-835-4325 or email support@lcrf.org as often as they wish, and the service is offered free of charge. The Lung Cancer Research Foundation is committed to building and empowering the lung cancer community.
International Myeloma Foundation
800-452-2873c
TheIMF@myeloma.org
www.myeloma.org
The International Myeloma Foundation (IMF) is working toward prevention of and a cure for multiple myeloma. The IMF hotline, which is answered by National Cancer Institute-trained specialists, provides information and support. Call between 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM PT, Monday through Friday, or send an e-mail to the address listed above.
LIVESTRONG Foundation
855-220-7777
E-mail form
www.livestrong.org
The LIVESTRONG Foundation provides free cancer support services to help people cope with the financial, emotional, and practical challenges that accompany the disease. The LIVESTRONG Navigation Services program offers counseling services; help with financial, employment or insurance issues; fertility preservation information and assistance; and information about cancer treatment options and new treatments in development. Call the helpline between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM CT, Monday through Friday, or fill out the form linked above for a response via e-mail. You should receive a response within 48 hours.
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
800-955-4LSA (800-955-4572)
Email form
www.lls.org
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society is a health organization dedicated to funding blood cancer research, education, and patient services. Call the Society's Information Resource Center to speak with an information specialist about blood cancers, including leukemia, lymphoma, and myeloma, or other related questions. Calls are answered from 9:00 AM to 9:00PM ET, Monday through Friday. You can also chat online with an information specialist from 10:00 AM to 7:00PM ET, Monday through Friday. Emails sent through the Email Form will be replied to in no more than one business day.
Lung Cancer Alliance
800-298-2436
info@lungcanceralliance.org
www.lungcanceralliance.org
The Lung Cancer Alliance is dedicated to patient support and advocacy for people living with lung cancer and those at risk for the disease. The Lung Cancer Hotline, an information and referral service for people with lung cancer and their caregivers, provides information on screening, diagnosis, symptoms, and treatment options. The staff also refers callers to support groups, medical facilities, and other organizations. Calls are answered from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM ET, Monday through Friday.
National Bone Marrow Transplant Link
800-546-5268
info@nbmtlink.org
www.nbmtlink.org
The National Bone Marrow Transplant Link connects current or prospective recipients of bone marrow/stem cell transplants and their families with trained volunteers who have had a transplant or are donors or caregivers. Calls are answered from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM ET, Monday through Friday. If you request peer support, a volunteer will return your call within 48 hours.
National Cancer Institute
800-422-6237
E-mail form
www.cancer.gov
The National Cancer Institute (NCI) is a component of the National Institutes of Health and is the federal government's principal agency for cancer research and training. Call or have a confidential online text chat to get answers about cancer questions from an NCI information specialist. Questions are taken in both English and in Spanish. Calls are answered between 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM ET, Monday through Friday. Online chats are available from 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM ET, Monday through Friday.
National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine
888-644-6226
info@nccam.nih.gov
www.nccam.nih.gov
The National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine, part of the National Institutes of Health, can answer questions about complementary and alternative medicine online or by phone. However, their team of health information specialists is unable to provide medical advice or referrals to practitioners.
National Ovarian Cancer Coalition
888-682-7426
NOCC@ovarian.org
www.ovarian.org
The National Ovarian Cancer Coalition raises awareness of ovarian cancer and provides education and support for women with ovarian cancer and their families. Calls are answered from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM ET, Monday through Friday.
Pancreatic Cancer Action Network
877-272-6226
patientcentral@pancan.org
www.pancan.org
The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network is a patient advocacy organization for the pancreatic cancer community. Call for disease information, clinical trials searches, or support resources. Calls are answered between 7:00 AM and 5:00 PM PT, Monday through Friday.
Patient Advocate Foundation
800-532-5274
www.patientadvocate.org
The Patient Advocate Foundation serves as a liaison between the patient and their insurer, employer, and/or creditor to resolve issues related to their diagnosis. Call the helpline to speak with a professional case manager from 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM ET, Monday through Friday.
SHARE: Self-help for Women with Breast or Ovarian Cancer
844-275-7427
Breast Hotline in English and Spanish: 866-891-2392
Ovarian Hotline: 866-537-4273
www.sharecancersupport.org
SHARE offers survivor-led support to those affected by breast or ovarian cancers. Send an e-mail to the address above, or call the hotline for emotional support, information, and resources. Calls are answered by breast or ovarian cancer survivors 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Susan G. Komen for the Cure
877-465-6636
helpline@komen.org
ww5.komen.org
Susan G. Komen for the Cure supports breast cancer research and community-based outreach programs. The Breast Care Helpline provides general information about breast health, facts about disease and treatment options, and information about community resources and support groups. Calls and emails are answered from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM ET, Monday through Friday.
Us TOO International
800-808-7866
ustoo@ustoo.org
www.ustoo.org
Us TOO communicates information to enable people to make informed choices regarding detection and treatment of prostate cancer. Us TOO will connect a new caller with prostate cancer with a prostate cancer survivor for information and support. Calls are answered between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM CT, Monday through Friday.
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