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American Cancer Society -- The American Cancer Society (ACS) is a nationwide, community- based voluntary health organization. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, the ACS has state divisions and more than 3,400 local offices.
C3 Life -- This is one of the newest websites filled with helpful tips and information for people living with an ostomy. Check out my blog. Go to the community button on the top far right on the home page and click on that and then click on blog and check it out!
Cancer Information & Support Network -- Cancer Information & Support Network focuses on providing educational information to help patients better understand cancer and make more informed treatment decisions including clinical trials. They also provide a section of there website to patients to submit personal stories, art, humor or poetry in the belief that we can each provide support to others.
Colon Cancer Alliance -- This informative website gives great information for those dealign with colon cancer issues.
Colorectal Cancer Coalition --
Get your Guts in Gear -- Check this out if you like to bike and raise money for a great cause.They benefit people with IBD, and colon cancer issues.
Get Your Rear in Gear -- “Get Your Rear in Gear is bigger than just a message for colon cancer; it is a message for all of us to take action, lead longer healthier lives, go to the doctor regularly, to listen to our bodies when something isn’t right and to get the right answers, regardless of age.”
Hollister Incorporated -- Secure Start newsletter:
Information for ostomates
IBD Quilt Project -- IBD Quilt Project generates public awareness for ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease including complications such as colon cancer and ostomy. The quilt panels tour and exhibit for education and support. Crafted by and for the inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) community, the quilt provides an outlet to express the thoughts and experiences of living with chronic diseases.
International Ostomy Association --
Minnesota Gastroenterology, P.A. -- Minnesota Gastroenterology, P.A. (MNGI) is dedicated to providing premier medical care to adults and children with gastrointestinal (GI) diseases and disorders.
Mulitple Sclerosis Society -- This website will give you lots of info on MS and the fundraising bike ride.
National Cancer Institute -- The National Cancer Institute coordinates the National Cancer Program, which conducts and supports research, training, health information dissemination, and other programs with respect to the cause, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of cancer, rehabilitation from cancer, and the continuing care of cancer patients and the families of cancer patients.
Ostomy Association of Minneapolis Area -- Local Minnesota information for ostomates.
Pathways of Minneapolis -- Health crisis resource center for Minnesotans.
Susan Cohan Kasdas Colon Cancer Foundation -- The international voice of colon cancer.
United Ostomy Association of America, discussion board --
United Ostomy Association of Canada -- A volunteer based organization dedicated to assisting all persons facing life with gastrointestinal or urinary diversions by providing emotional support, instructional and information services through the membership, the family, associated caregivers and the general public.
United Ostomy Associations of America -- Through the past four decades the UOAA (United Ostomy Associations of America) and its predecessor organization, UOA (United Ostomy Association), have had a profound influence on improving the quality of life for individuals with an ostomy or with intestinal or bladder diversions.
Well Within -- Well Within is a nonprofit, holistic wellness resource center created to assist and encourage people in the midst of health challenges who are seeking wellness and balance within their lives. |
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