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Resource Guide for Melanoma

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RESOURCES

  • Address:

    PO Box 4014

    Schaumburg, IL 60168-4014

  • Phone:

    1-866-503-SKIN (United States toll free)

    202-842-3555

  • Internet address:

    http://www.aad.org

  • Description of services provided:

    This website provides educational patient information on melanoma and a feature to help you find a dermatologist in your area.

RESOURCES

  • Address:

    1599 Clifton Road

    Atlanta, GA 30329

  • Phone:

    1-800-ACS-2345 (1-800-227-2345)

  • Internet address:

    http://www.cancer.org/

  • Description of services provided:

    The American Cancer Society provides information and support to patients with melanoma and their families through a network of local chapters. The society supports cancer-related research. It takes an active approach to teaching people ways to reduce their risk of developing cancer.

RESOURCES

  • Address:

    NCI Public Inquiries Office

    6116 Executive Boulevard

    Room 3036A

    Bethesda, MD 20892-8322

  • Phone:

    1-800-4-CANCER (1-800-422-6237)

  • Internet address:

    http://www.cancer.gov

  • Description of services provided:

    The National Cancer Institute provides information about melanoma and other cancers. The institute funds research related to cancer; its website also includes information about clinical trials.

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