Resource Guide for Uterine (Endometrial) Cancer

by Debra Wood, RN

Gynecologic Cancer Foundation

Address:
230 W. Monroe, Suite 2528
Chicago, IL 60606

Phone:
1- 800-444-4441 (hotline)

Internet address:
http://www.foundationforwomenscancer.org/

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)

Address:
NCI Public Inquiries Office
Bldg. 31, Rm. 10A31
31 Center Drive, MSC 2580
Bethesda, MD 20892-2580

Phone:
1-800-4-CANCER (1-800-422-6237)

Internet address:
http://www.cancer.gov

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)

Address:
1599 Clifton Road
Atlanta, GA 30329

Phone:
1-800-ACS-2345 (1-800-227-2345)

Internet address:
http://www.cancer.org

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.

Last reviewed September 2012 by Brian Randall
Last Updated: 09/26/2012