Gastrointestinal cancer (cancer of the digestive system) includes cancers of the esophagus, gallbladder, liver, pancreas, stomach, small intestine, large intestine (colon) and rectum. The websites below include information, research, and current news on gastro-intestinal related illnesses.
American Liver Foundation: 212.668.1000, www.liverfoundation.org
The mission of the American Liver Foundation is to facilitate, advocate and promote education, support and research for the prevention, treatment and cure of liver disease. This website will provide various educational resources for patients and family impacted by liver disease.
C3: Colorectal Cancer Coalition: 1.877.4111, www.fightcolorectalcancer.org
C3: Colorectal Cancer Coalition is a nonprofit, nonpartisan advocacy organization that fights colorectal cancer through research, empowerment and access. Here you will find current research on colon and rectal cancer as well as answers to questions about colorectal cancer that is not answered on their website.
Colon Cancer Alliance: 877.422.2030, www.ccalliance.org
The Colon Cancer Alliance provides patient support, public education, supports research and conducts advocacy work across America. This website provides various resources on colon cancer for patients and families. Also, you may find programs and events supporting patients with colon cancer. Colorectal Cancer Network website: www.clickonium.com/colorectal-cancer.net/html Clickonium.com is your gateway to sites on the Internet for colorectal cancer treatment. Various links regarding colorectal cancer are provided on this website.
Hirshberg Foundation for Pancreatic Cancer Research: 310.473.5121, www.pancreatic.org
The Hirshberg Foundation for Pancreatic Cancer Research is a national, nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing pancreatic cancer research. This website provides information, resources and support to pancreatic cancer patients and their families.
Pancreatic Cancer Action Network: 877.272.6226, www.pancan.org
The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network is a nationwide network of people dedicated to working together to advance research, support patients and create hope for those affected by pancreatic cancer. Here you will find support resources, fundraising/awareness ideas, and current research related to pancreatic cancer.
Pancreatica.org: 831.658.0600, www.pancreatica.org
The purpose of this site is to serve as a worldwide gathering point on the Internet for the latest news and disinterested information in regard to clinical trials and other responsible medical care in the treatment of pancreatic cancer. This website provides various links to other sources on the web on pancreatic cancer.