Consumer Health

Information for patients and families on diagnosis and treatment, cancer prevention, alternative treatments, links to other cancer resources. Spanish and Asian language publications are available. Link to resources and ACS activities in your local commun

Cancer.gov is the central website for the National Cancer Institute (NCI), the U.S. government’s principal agency for cancer research

OncoLink was the first cancer information website on the Internet, started in 1994, and remains one of the largest. OncoLink’s content is continually updated and ranges from treatment and disease information for a newly diagnosed patient, support through the side effects of treatment, and into survivorship.

This interactive tool estimates your risk of cancer and provides personalized tips for prevention. Anyone can use it, but it's most accurate for people age 40 and over who have never had any type of cancer.

The American Childhood Cancer Organization is the largest national, grassroots organization standing at the forefront of the battle against childhood cancer.

Cancer.gov is the central website for the National Cancer Institute (NCI), the U.S. government’s principal agency for cancer research

At UnityPoint Health – Methodist Cancer Services your care is our top priority. Our dedicated team provides compassionate, comprehensive high quality care for our patients and their families. We specialize in the treatment of various cancer types often including breast cancer, colorectal cancer and lung cancer. Our facilities, staff and advanced technology enable us to serve as a leader for cancer care in Central Illinois.

The Illinois State Cancer Registry (ISCR) is the only population-based source for cancer incidence information in Illinois. Cancer cases are collected through mandated reporting by hospitals, ambulatory surgical treatment centers, non-hospital affiliated radiation therapy treatment centers, independent pathology labs, dermatologists and through the voluntary exchange of cancer patient data with other (mostly nearby) states.

Whether you have been diagnosed with cancer or you are a family member supporting a loved one who has, at OSF Saint Francis Medical Center, you'll find a team of professionals working together to bring you and your family the best possible outcome in a spirit of compassion, comfort and love.

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