resources
From diagnosis through survivorship, we’ve gathered expert-vetted tools, organizations, and programs to help patients, caregivers, and families navigate cancer.
Go-To Organizations
We are a leading cancer-fighting organization with a vision to end cancer as we know it, for everyone. We are improving the lives of people with cancer and their families as the only organization combating cancer through advocacy, research, and patient support, to ensure that everyone has an opportunity to prevent, detect, treat, and survive cancer.
CURE provides access to the cancer news, latest oncology research & expert insights that serve as a guide to every stage of the cancer experience.
Our mission is to accelerate the discovery of cures for blood cancers by leveraging cutting-edge technology that connects patients and researchers through data-driven collaboration.
Kicking Cancer in Heels is an online community for active women in midlife impacted by all types of cancer. We address themes not typically covered in the oncology world related to everyday lifestyle, fashion, and beauty as well as medical topics that impact both physical and mental wellness.
Patient Power is devoted to supporting cancer patients, care partners and their loved ones through education and advocacy – empowering them to get the right treatment at the right time, while engaging the best healthcare team possible.
At The Patient Story, you can find hope, guidance, and a supportive community. Explore insights on navigating life after a cancer diagnosis, discover promising treatments, and connect with people who truly understand what you’re experiencing.
Advocacy/Legal Resources
Provides education on the practical and legal issues that may impact individuals diagnosed with cancer and their caregivers.
Care Partners
Resources for cancer care partners
Rosalynn Carter Institute for Caregivers
The Rosalynn Carter Institute for Caregivers reimagines how to support family caregivers so they can do more than just try to keep up – they can thrive.
Financial Resources
Health Tree Financial Resources
An extensive list of resources to help with costs associated with a cancer diagnosis and care
Supplements to help pay co-pays for patients and services for caregivers.
Their Mission: To reduce financial barriers to care for underinsured patients with chronic or life-altering diseases.
Movement and Cancer
New study results show that a structured exercise program following surgery and adjuvant chemotherapy reduced the risk of recurrent or new cancer and increased survival for patients with stage III and high-risk stage II colon cancer. The research will be presented at the 2025 American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting, taking place May 30-June 3 in Chicago.
In partnership with the LIVESTRONG Foundation, the YMCA has developed a small-group cancer survivorship program for those who are living with, through or beyond cancer. Learn more below about our specialized program, and watch inspiring stories from survivors.
Running Towards a Cure for Multiple Myeloma-Kenny Capps
National Cancer Institute-Physical Activity and Cancer
Evidence linking higher physical activity to lower cancer risk comes mainly from observational studies, in which individuals report on their physical activity and are followed for years for diagnoses of cancer.
Study on the association of physical activity before and after lymphoma diagnosis with survival outcomes.
Nutrition
Resources Related to Specific Cancers
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International Myeloma Foundation
The IMF is dedicated to improving the quality of life of myeloma patients while working toward prevention and a cure by focusing on four key areas: research, education, support, and advocacy.
Dedicated to curing leukemia, lymphoma, myeloma, and other blood cancers
Multiple Myeloma Resource Navigator for Patients
Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation
For 25 years, the MMRF has transformed myeloma research and the entire cancer ecosystem by pursuing big, bold initiatives to move the field forward.
Myeloma UK is the only charity in the UK that focuses on the incurable blood cancer myeloma and its related condition.
Making Myeloma Matter — Myeloma Canada is working to improve the lives of Canadians impacted by myeloma. We work to raise awareness, advocate for & empower Canada’s myeloma community.