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LINKS
National Institute of Health
http://health.nih.gov/result.asp/91/28
National Cancer Institute
http://www.nci.nih.gov/cancertopics/types/breast
Translational Genomics Research Institute (TGen) - TGen's breast and ovarian cancer research unit defines mechanisms by which tumors become resistant to therapy.
http://www.tgen.org/research/index.cfm?pageid=583
AmeriPath - one of the leading anatomic pathology practices in the United States, offering a broad range of testing and information services.
http://www.ameripath.com/
National Program of Cancer Registries (NPCR) - Data collected by state cancer registries enable public health professionals to better understand and address the cancer burden.
http://www.cdc.gov/cancer/npcr/
International Genomics Consortium (IGC) - a non-profit medical research organization established to expand upon the discoveries of the Human Genome Project.
http://www.intgen.org/
US Oncology - the nation's leading healthcare services network dedicated exclusively to cancer treatment and research.
http://www.usoncology.com/Home/
EDUCATIONAL LINKS
Genetic Science Learning Center - learn about microarray technology. This virtual laboratory will walk you through a DNA Microarray experiment.
http://gslc.genetics.utah.edu/units/biotech/microarray/
LINKS TO BREAST CANCER ADVOCACY GROUPS
National Advocacy Groups:
BreastCancer.org - a non-profit organization that offers breast cancer educational information.
http://www.breastcancer.org
Breast Cancer Answers - operated under the California based Public Health Institute. Website offers personal stories, artwork, and numerous links to other breast cancer sources.
http://www.canceranswers.org/
Breast Cancer Fund - San Francisco based national organization focused on identifying the causes of breast cancer and ways to prevent the disease. They organize challenging events to support their work.
http://www.breastcancerfund.org
National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship - the oldest survivor-led advocacy group in the country. Aims to educate those affected by cancer and speak out on cancer related issues.
http://www.canceradvocacy.org
National Foundation for Cancer Research - a non-profit organization in support of discovery-oriented basic science research and cancer prevention. They promote and facilitate collaboration among scientists to accelerate the pace of discovery.
http://www.afcr.org
Sisters Network - the first national African American women's breast cancer survivorship organization, committed to raising local and national breast cancer awareness. Has 39 affiliate chapters around the country.
http://www.sistersnetworkinc.org
The Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation - international leader in the fight against breast cancer. Operates a Breast Care Helpline, and started the Komen Race for the Cure Series of 5K runs. Local affiliates located in 48 states.
http://www.komen.org/
Sharsheret - national organization of cancer survivors dedicated to addressing the concerns of young, Jewish women facing breast cancer.
http://www.sharsheret.org
Women's Information Network Against Breast Cancer - non-profit organization dedicated to raising awareness and providing support.
http://www.winabc.org
Y-ME National Breast Cancer Organization - offers information, empowerment, and peer support to those faced with breast cancer. Local affiliates in 11 states.
http://www.y-me.org
Young Survival Coalition - international, non-profit network of breast cancer survivors and supporters dedicated to the concerns of young women with breast cancer. Local activities in 13 states.
http://www.youngsurvival.org/
Local Advocacy Groups:
Alamo Breast Cancer Foundation - San Antonio based non-profit organization whose purpose is to provide support and education through volunteers and a helpline, as well as participate in community outreach programs.
http://www.alamobreastcancer.org
Bay Area Breast Cancer Network - a California based non-profit organization committed to the education, support, and advocacy of breast cancer. Services include a hotline, numerous support groups, News and Views newsletter, and educational forums.
http://www.babcn.org/
The Breast Cancer Foundation of Arizona - an Arizona based non-profit charity organization dedicated to the research, education, and advocacy of breast cancer.
http://www.bcfaz.com/
Connecticut Breast Cancer Coalition Foundation - non-profit, grassroots advocacy effort in the fight against breast cancer in the state of Connecticut. Efforts are aimed at citizens and legislators.
http://www.cbccf.org
Florida Breast Cancer Coalition Research Foundation - affiliate of the National Breast Cancer Coalition. Dedicated to raising awareness through the education of women, men, government officials, and other organizations.
http://www.fbccoalition.org/
Georgia Breast Cancer Coalition Fund - an organized platform for Georgians to join in the fight against breast cancer. Their mission is to advocate, to educate, and the eventually eradicate the disease.
http://www.gabcc.org
Massachusetts Breast Cancer Coalition - defining breast cancer as a political issue, they challenge all obstacles to eradicating the disease.
http://www.mbcc.org
New York State Breast Cancer Support & Education Network - statewide coalition of non-profit organizations united in the fight against breast cancer.
http://www.nysbcsen.org
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