Links to Other Webistes for Young People with Cancer
Throughout your cancer journey there may be times when you will be looking for more information, support or guidance. It is important to remember that there is a lot of information about cancer that is out there. Not all of it is accurate and most of it will not be specific to your individual cancer experience, so it is important to check all information with your treating team. The websites listed her are those recommended by the onTrac@PeterMac team. They are age appropriate and have been developed by trusted organisations.
- www.2bme.org (US)
2bme (US) Teen cancer support site. Information on coping, self esteem, friendships when managing cancer in adolescence - www.cancerbackup.org.uk
Cancer Back Up (UK) General information site about cancer types, treatments, symptoms and clinical trials. - www.canteen.org.au
CanTeen (AUS) Australian wide peer support organisation for young people living with cancer. Offers direct support, camps and social opportunities. - www.petermac.org/ontrac
onTrac@PeterMac (AUS) Program developed to address the needs of young people undergoing cancer treatment in Victoria. Age appropriate information, contact details, and links. Interactive support forum. - www.planetcancer.org
Planet Cancer (USA). Community of young adults with cancer providing support and educational services. - www.click4tic.org.uk
Teen Info on Cancer (UK). Information in teen friendly language on cancer, coping with cancer and interactive support. - www.teenagecancertrust.org
Teenage Cancer Trust (UK). Charity organisation for adolescents and young adults with cancer. Provides specialist teenage units in UK hospitals. - www.teenslivingwithcancer.org
Teens Living with Cancer (USA). Information and support to young people undergoing cancer treatment. - www.cancer.gov
The National Cancer Institute (US). Offers general information on cancer types, treatments etc. - www.cancervic.org.au
The Cancer Council Victoria (AUS). Provides general information and details about Victorian support services. Links to other sites. - www.laf.org
The Lance Armstrong Foundation (USA). Provides general information, patient stories and promotes research. Founded by the cyclist and cancer survivor Lance Armstrong. - www.curesearch.org
The National Childhood Cancer Foundation (USA). Information for patients and families of adolescents and young adults with cancer. - www.ulmanfund.org
The Ulman Cancer Fund for Young Adults (USA). Support programs, education and resources for young adults, their family and friends who are affected by cancer. - www.teenslivingwithcancer.org
Teens Living with Cancer (USA). Support, patient stories, and information. - www.wellness-community.org
The Wellness Community (USA) A program of emotional support, education and hope for people with cancer and their loved ones. - http://www2.youthbeyondblue.com/ybblue/
- http://www.beyondblue.org.au
- www.imtooyoungforthis.org
- http://www.reachout.com.au/home.asp