Health Resources for Cancer, Lupus, Albinism, Skin Care, Arthritis And More!

~ Cancer Resources ~
~ Lupus Resources ~
~ Other Helpful Resources ~
~ Kid's Corner ~

Cancer resources

* Mike Geltrude Foundation - Just diagnosed with melanoma? Now what? 1st - take a breath... and read the helpful information provided by this website.

* James A. Schlipmann Melanoma Cancer Foundation - Founded in memory of James Schlipmann, this wonderful organization was created to fund clinical trials and rearch studies, and to advance education, awareness, screenings and treatment to eventually eradicate Melanoma.

* tiffanysmelanomafoundation.org - Tiffany was taken by Malignant Melanoma in October 8, 2001 at the age of 24. This is an important website to visit for anyone who has a family member or friend with cancer. You will find helpful topic such as "Important health insurance information" and "How to get travelers assistance" to the deeply personal side of cancer written by Tiffany and her Mother.

*breastcancergroup.org - an outstanding resource especially for a woman recently diagnosed with breast cancer. Created by a group of women joined together in their fight with breast cancer, you will share their individual stories, find an abundance of helpful links, books suggestions and more.

* skincarephysicians.com - Comprehensive on-line skin cancer information resource

* oncolink.com - Skin care and Radiation Therapy.

* cancerTrials - Information about cancer research studies. A service of the National Cancer Institute.

* cancernews.com - If you are looking for a technical medical resource this is a good place to start.

* cancer.gov - An excellent resource on melanoma.

* American Melanoma Foundation - Information on clinical trials, research updates and melanoma activities in the San Diego area.

* The Cure Research Foundation - A non-profit organization dedicated to healing without drugs. Offers information on alternative cancer treatments, therapies and clinics. A good resource for those who can not use drugs or wish to explore alternatives to drug therapy.

Lupus Resources:

* Lupus Foundation of America - Learn about The Lupus Foundation of America programs and services in your area, as well as other helpful information.

* The Lupus site(SLE) - An informative site hosted by a woman who also has lupus (SLE).

Other Useful Resources:

* Healthyu-skin.org - a great all-around resource on skin. You will find information on topics from diet and healthy skin to sunburn dangers.

* VSSkin.com - You will find skin care products specially developed for ultra sensitive and acne prone skin.

* albinism.org - A website for the National Organization for Albinism and Hypoplgmentation (NOAH).

* arthritis.org - Information, resources and programs relating to arthritis.

* National Institute on Aging - Fact sheet on skin care and aging.

* Fibromyalgia Network - Educational materials on fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS) and chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS).

* medlineplus.gov - the National Library of Medicine developed this site. You can find information on over 600 diseases and conditions, a medical dictionary, health information in Spanish, and information on prescription and nonprescription drugs.

* healthfinder.gov - A great overall health resource (including skin cancer) developed by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

* HealingWell.com - Site includes medical news, health information, patient stories, message boards and chat rooms, books, and illness resource directories for patients, caregivers, and family coping with diseases, disorders, or chronic illness.

K I DS C O R N E R

* The Tanning Taboo - Having your teenager read this interesting and well written article may be just what the doctor ordered to get the point across that tanning is not healthy.

* bravekids.org - Online resources for children with chronic or life-threatening illnesses.

* Internet Resources for Special Children - A well thought-out website for children with special needs. Be sure to check out their sports and recreation section!

* insurekidsnow.gov - the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services Resources and Services provides information on the children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP)

* A simple yet effective saying to teach children: "Short shadow, seek shade".
(submitted by Dr. Leslie A. Mark, San Diego, CA)

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