Resource Guide

Resource Guide for Lung Cancer

by Debra Wood, RN
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American Cancer Society

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 with lung cancer and their families through a network of local chapters. The society supports cancer-related research. It takes an active approach to teaching people ways to reduce the risk of developing cancer.

The American Lung Association

Address:
61 Broadway, 6th Fl.
New York, NY 10006
Phone:
1-800-LUNGUSA
Internet address:
http://www.lungusa.org
Description of services provided:
The American Lung Association has a comprehensive website covering all matters relating to lung cancer and other lung diseases. Its mission is to prevent lung disease and promote lung health.

National Cancer Institute

Address:
NCI Public Inquiries Office
6116 Executive Boulevard
Room 3036A
Bethesda, MD 20892-8322
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 lung and other cancers. The Institute funds research related to cancer, and this site includes information about clinical trials.
Last reviewed September 2012 by Brian Randall
Last Updated: 09/11/2012