You will find links for all
sorts of websites here. Hope you find something that helps you! If you encounter a broken link, please email me. Cut and paste the link into the body of your email. Thanks for
helping to keep this site maneuverable!
Breast Cancer Links (other misc.):
NEW!!!! 7/04
http://www.ibcrf.org/selfexam.html Great multimedia (flash) demonstrations of breast self-exams and mammograms!
http://www.cancerlinks.org/index.html Very comprehensive site!
Journal of Clinical Oncology designed for healthcare professionals, this site may be difficult to understand
for a lay person (studies)
WebMD general medical website
SusanLoveMD.com considered to be the "Mother" of breast cancer, her site has easy to understand
info & a paid consultation service
ibreast.com another physician site. Excellent and easy to follow--lots of GREAT info
here (ports etc.)
CancerLinks (all types) good site with lots of info about all types of cancer
CancerBACUP cancer information and support-including treatment, chemotherapy etc in
the UK
Cancer Risk Assessment and Counseling (genetics) excellent site on BRCA1 & BRCA2, genetic testing
etc. Explains things well
Understanding Your Breast Cancer Pathology Report you can order this and other FREE publications from Y-ME.
Fact Sheet Advanced Breast Cancer Resources
Patient-Centered Guides Breast Cancer This resource center has been created especially for those with metastatic
breast cancer -- individuals who have been initially diagnosed with Stage IV cancer or who are facing a recurrence.
Inflammatory Breast Cancer
Breast Cancer Risk Screening Tool Risk calculators for breast cancer from Dr. Steve Halls, MD
Miraluma Scans discusses an effective way to see tumors in young, dense breast tissue
Pregnant with Cancer a site for pregnant women with any type of cancer; info & support
Breast reconstruction: some sites have
illustrations, some have photos of the results of the different procedures. Please note that not all procedures may be available
in your area. Some physicans may be better at one procedure than another--you REALLY need to do your homework in selecting
a physician and a procedure! There may a physical reason why one procedure may be better for you than another--you and
your plastic surgeon will have to discuss this. My website is NOT endorsing one procedure over another, nor am I endorsing
any physicians who may be listed in these sites.
OncoLink: Breast Reconstruction After Mastectomy enter "breast reconstruction" in the search field and follow the links.
What are the Most Common Methods of Breast Reconstruction? Canadian hospital site
Breast Reconstruction-PS.org
Breast Cancer : Publications
Breast Reconstruction (DIEP flap) this is a physician site--you can also view a flash or non-flash presentation
Dept. of Plastic and Rec. Surgery, Malmö, Sweden: THE
DIEP FLAP (part 2) a Swedish site, translated into English when you click the British
flag. Good photos.
MD Anderson
Breast Restoration examples
See also my Reconstruction photo page
Lymphedema (lim-fa-DEE-muh):
helpful sites explaining what/how the lymph system works (with
diagrams)what it is, why every woman with lymph node removal needs to be aware of it, signs/symptoms of lymphedema, discussion
of treatment, and how to LIVE with lymphedema
National Lymphedema Network
National Lymphedema Network-Links
List archives at LISTSERV.ACOR.ORG a lymphedema message board, not just for secondary lymphedema (may
get a little "heavy")
eLymphNotes the first e-zine on Lymphedema--good info
LYMPHEDEMA LINKS University of Pittsburgh site--lots of links here
Discount Surgical Supplies--arm sleeves and gauntlets
Bandages Plus bandaging suppllies for wrapping arms/legs
Therapist Directory listing of therapists trained in the Klose Norton method of manual lymph
drainage
Human Anatomy Online - InnerBody.com
The Lymphatic System Introduction
Circle of Hope Lymphedema Foundation, Inc. provides resources, information Lymphedema Awareness Bracelet & charm an attractive way to let the medical field know you have or
are at risk for lymphedema
See also my
lymphedema page
Dealing with children/ Your
feelings: helpful sites on how to tell your kids, what
to expect with their behavior as you go through treatment etc, and dealing with YOUR feelings.
Children's Reaction to Cancer an excellent article addressing children of all ages (toddlers to
young adult)
NEW!!!!!
Study in communication between parents and children
about maternal breast cancer
KidsCope site with links has excellent
information for helping kids who have a parent with cancer
KidsKonnected great site with free teddy bears available to kids who have a parent with
cancer. Lots of helpful info here!!
Cancer's Psychological Changes- article in Scientific
America
WebMD - Body Image Article great article on body
image for women facing cancer
See also my Kids and cancer page
NEW!!!!! Websites specifically
for Black Women:
http://www.sistersnetworkinc.org Info, advocacy & support for survivors of breast cancer. Call 1-866-781-1808 anytime.
http://www.celebratinglife.org
http://www.breastcancerblackwoman.org
Support Groups &
Uplifting Sites:
Whether you're looking for
a place to refresh your soul, to "lurk" (which means to read posts on message boards but to not post yourself), or just hang
around with friends on the message boards--these are the links to check. See also the Personal Cancer Websites listed below!
Healing Well a wonderfully supportive breast cancer online community
iVillage breastcancer message board This fast archiving board is one of the many places you can find
online support in the form of a message board. To find the most current board, click on "current board" after getting
to the site. To read posts on the older boards, click on "archives of the board". There is also live chat available several
times a week--check the top of the board to find out times. M-W-TH 9pm (Eastern), Tues 11am (eastern). No set topics--we decide
when we get there (& usually just yak LOL)
Hyster Sisters Hysterectomy Recovery message board. Very attractive site with loads of
info/support for those facing/with a hysterectomy.
BREAST CANCER WALL OF COURAGE add the name of anyone in your life who has had breast cancer. This
wall is very powerful.
NEW!!!!!
Association of Cancer Online Resources (ACOR) Has many LISTSERV groups you may join, including cancer & fertility,
bc supporters, club mets, cancer & sexuality etc. Pick any groups you like and sign up. All free.
NEW!!!!!
Inflammatory Breast Cancer help page
Personal cancer websites: these are links to sites made by "regular" people and are usually filled with
personal stories and/or pictures. To have your own personal site (or another of your favorites) added to these links, please
email the link to me.
Breast cancer links a personal homepage
Sue Friedman's Home Page created by sjfdvm, an iVillage BC board member.Site deals with BRCA issues.
My Cancer Odyssey a personal homepage
iVillage Breast Cancer Bulletin Board Roll Call created by joglaze (iVillage BC board) to help keep track of the bios of
all our friends
Abreast in a Boat Survivors in Canada
participating in rowing competions
The Faces of Breast Cancer puts a face to this disease. Has other links too.
LaMuffin's Breast Cancer Page personal homepage
Mothers supporting daughters with breast cancer (MSDBC) a site for mothers whose daughters have BC
FORCE--Facing Our Risk Sue Friedman started a nonprofit organization for women at risk
of hereditary breast and ovarian cancer.
Pictures of ivillage bc board members
http://photos.yahoo.com/bc/noblebeastie?d&.flabel=fld3&.src=ph
http://www.ivillagefamily.homestead.com/
MIsc. sites
added in 2001:
Breast Cancer - Suite101.com
http://www.hometown.aol.com/Hmbadler/breast_cancer.htm
Let's not whisper about BC let's ROAR sample letters to send to our government
Generally useful sites: (most are non-cancer related)
Women First a site devoted to the health of women in midlife; comprehensive
site with lots of good stuff
On-line Medical Dictionary
On-Line Dictionary, Internet Encyclopedia, &
Almanac
Self-Help Law Center
Professional Mechanics Online Free Car Repair
Advice
Governmental site listing Internet Hoaxes helps wade through some of those irritating emails you may
get
Urban Legends Reference Pages addresses the breast cancer/antiperspirant non-connection here
MapBlast free printable maps and directions
MapQuest free printable maps and directions
USPS ZIP+4 Code Lookup free zip code lookups
Weatherbank Gives you reasonably up-to-the-hour weather radar anywhere
in the US. To use, click on the link. In your browser (the "address" line), change the web
address to YOUR state by changing the "/00mi" (which is Michigan) to YOUR 2 letter state abbreviation
and click "enter" on your computer (ex. if you're in Florida, that part should read /00fl
)
United States Radar Loop
National Warnings Area find current weather warnings in the US from the National Weather Service
The Universal Currency Converter(tm) find the exchange rate to/from any currency in the world
Telephone Directories on the Web worldwide telephone directories, Yellow Pages, White pages
listed in English through this link
Unsolicited Mail, Telemarketing and EMail: Where
To Go To "Just Say No"
E-Commerce & the Internet
Search Engines:
Google Very good at filtering out & narrowing down your
searches. Fast, too.
Flip's Search resources Useful links to worldwide telephone directories, adoptee
assistance, genealogy etc.
MiningCo.Com
37.com - 37 Search Engines
Dogpile, the Friendly Multi-Engine Search Tool you'll enjoy seeing "fetch" instead of search LOL
Northern Light Search
Humor/Fun
Stuff:
For those of us facing cancer and its treatments, we recognize the value of a well-placed
laugh! You really need to keep or find a sense of humor to get yourself through this. Play some of these mindless games
and forget about things for awhile!
Bejeweled another addictive game--lots of fun & appropriate for all
ages
3-D Hidden Pictures great site to view hidden pictures and links to create your
own--a BLAST!
Marbles You WILL become addicted to this game of skill. Appropriate for everyone--don't
fight over the computer!
The Flying Cow test your skill at launching a cow onto a target--make
it into the Hall of Fame!
PERPETUAL BUBBLEWRAP ahhhhhhhh...the soothing pop of bubblewrap brought to your
computer
Virtual internet florist send someone special a virtual bouquet, balloons or animated
greeting. Let them know they're appreciated!
wjbgrafx corneal confections exotic patterns are definitely"eye candy"
wjbgrafx cyberToys and ganderCandy java applet collection
Virtual Things to send E-Mail
Painter
FakeMail, pranks & gags:
Funky Winkerbean the poignant cancer journey of a cartoon character
ClassMates.Com find classmates throughout the country-leave messages
for others on the message board
Alumni.NET - Bringing School Friends Together " "
High School Alumni- A Web Site For Alumni of US
High Schools "
"
Planet Alumni " "
Marketplace for women:
links to online shopping for pampering and finding
special items
NEW!!!! Donate Mammograms!! Site also has links to the HungerSite, RainForest site and
others. A click CAN make a difference!
NEW!!!!
Pink Ribbon Jewelry more links for other pink ribbon sites soming SOON!!
Sun Precautions: Solumbra sun protective clothing for those of us who are extremely sun sensitive (naturally
or due to meds)
Breast Cancer Awareness items in addition to some jewelry, there are tote bags, pink ribbon
sun catchers, pink ribbon ornaments etc.
kimowear, cancer treatment clothing, chemo attire, chemo patient attire,
Products including pouches for holding post surgical drains
The Maple collection: discount wig company
Discounts on designer wigs-global delivery
Wig America Company
Large size wigs
Hair Trix by Ace Wigs, the original Wigsite My own wig was a Hair Trix & I loved it--lots of
air holes in the cap & pretty!
Paula Young Wigs
Especially Yours--Wigs for women of color
Mastectomy Bra Salon
Bras and breastforms
Marketplace at WomenFirst.com has lots of different products--exercise wear, aromatherapy,
personal lubricants, also nutritionals--please check with your oncologist before using nutritionals!
Between Us site created by BC survivors whose goal is to provide a "care package"
for other survivors for a fee.
