Founded in 1984, the Arkansas Cancer Research Center (ACRC) is the primary cancer research institution in the state. This site provides a phisician directory and sources for cancer education and outreach services.
The Center for Immigrant Health (CIH), in conjunction with the NYU Cancer Institute of the NYU School of Medicine, established a Cancer Awareness Network for Immigrant Minority Populations (CANIMP) in 2000. This project focuses on building bridges between immigrant communities and cancer researchers
The National Hispanic/Latino Cancer Network is a National Cancer Institute-funded initiative to combat cancer among Latinos. 210-348-0255
Web site has a list of all providers of breast and cervical screening services
Breast and cervical cancer screening services.
Breast exams and paps. List of providers888-257-8502
This web site has a link to all CDC funded breast and cervical cancer screening sites in California
Provides treatment funds for the uninsured breast cancer patients, including monthly medical bill assistance grants.
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Non-medical financial assistance for breast cancer patients, while under treatment. Assistance available for rent, food, utilities, transportation, insurance, and child care. 303-669-3113
Committed to ending breast cancer, NBCC and its sister organization, the National Breast Cancer Coalition Fund, work to educate and train individuals to be effective activists and to influence the public policies that affect breast cancer research and treatment. (800) 622-2838
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CancerCare is a national non-profit organization whose mission is to provide free professional help to people with all cancers through counseling, education, information and referral and direct financial assistance. 800-813-4674
The Avon Foundation Breast Care Fund was created by Avon to reach the women most in need of breast cancer screening and treatment services. 212-244-5368
The NCI, established under the National Cancer Act of 1937, is the Federal Government's principal agency for cancer research and training. 800-422-6237
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The Texas Department of State Health Services Texas Diabetes Council: Information for Health Care Professionals, including Diabetes Research, Continuing Education, Quality of Care and the Diabetes Toolkit.