• Cancer.Net, formerly People Living With Cancer (PLWC), brings the expertise and resources of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), the voice of the world’s cancer physicians, to people living with cancer and those who care for and care about them. ASCO is composed of more than 27,000 oncologists globally who are the leaders in advancing cancer care. All the information and content on Cancer.Net was developed and approved by the cancer doctors who are members of ASCO, making Cancer.Net the most up-to-date and trusted resource for cancer information on the Internet. Cancer.Net is made possible by The ASCO Cancer Foundation, which provides support for cutting-edge cancer research, professional education, and patient information.
  
  
• Cancer.Net provides timely, oncologist-approved information to help patients and families make informed health-care decisions. All content is subject to a formal peer-review process by the Cancer.Net Editorial Board, composed of more than 150 medical, surgical, radiation, and pediatric oncologists, oncology nurses, social workers, and patient advocates. In addition, ASCO editorial staff reviews the content for easy readability. Cancer.Net content is reviewed on an annual basis or as needed.
  
  

• The Cancer.Net Editorial Board is led by Editor-in-Chief Diane Blum, MSW, Executive Director of CancerCare, Inc.

  
  
• Cancer.Net was launched in May 2002 as People Living With Cancer (PLWC) and underwent a comprehensive redesign in April 2006 to provide more user-friendly navigation capabilities. In April 2008, the website was relaunched as Cancer.Net (www.cancer.net).
  
  

• Cancer.Net has received several honors for its content, design, and ease of use. In particular, the website has been honored five times by the annual Web Marketing Association WebAwards program, most recently in September 2007. In addition, Cancer.Net was honored with a Gold Award in the Best Health/Health-care Content category in the e-Healthcare Leadership Awards in November 2007.

  
  

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• Highlights of the site are listed below and will help navigate you through many of the components that make Cancer.Net a unique and important cancer resource. Take time to browse the content and use what you learn as you discuss options with your family, doctor, and health-care team.
  
  Cancer Types – a comprehensive guide to more than 120 types of cancer and cancer-related syndromes, including disease-specific treatment and side effects information. There is also information in Spanish about the most common cancer types affecting Hispanics/Latinos in the United States.
  
  Learning About Cancer – a basic overview of cancer including statistics, risk factors, genetics, prevention strategies, explanations of staging, and information on clinical trials
  
  Diagnosis & Treatment – guidance on how to find an oncologist, descriptions of common tests and procedures, and information on treatment options with proven therapies or through clinical trials
  
  Coping – practical suggestions for dealing with the emotional and physical effects of cancer, and resources on navigating relationships, caregiving, end-of-life care, and grief and bereavement
  
  Survivorship – advice for healthy living beyond cancer, rehabilitation, and coping with the fear of recurrence
  
  Advocacy and Policy – an introduction to cancer advocacy and the ASCO programs designed for patient advocates
  
  Library – Feature articles covering timely topics for patients, anatomical and staging illustrations, financial and advocacy resources, and links to support organizations
  
  ASCO Resources – portal to ASCO's other patient information resources including patient guides, and the Cancer Advances newsletter series.
  
  News & Events – cancer awareness dates and activities, ASCO events, and the latest cancer-related headlines.
  
  Cancer.Net En Español – content for Cancer.Net visitors who speak Spanish, including translations of What to Know: ASCO's Guidelines, information on managing side effects, an introduction to clinical trials, and information on 20 common cancer types.
  
  
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The American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) is the world's leading professional organization representing physicians of all oncology subspecialties who care for people with cancer. ASCO's more than 27,000 members from the United States and abroad set the standard for patient care worldwide and lead the fight for more effective cancer treatments, increased funding for clinical and translational research, and, ultimately, cures for the many different types of cancer that strike an estimated 10 million people worldwide each year.

ASCO Mission Statement

As a non-profit organization, ASCO is dedicated to achieving its charitable mission outlined by the organization's founders in 1964. ASCO strongly supports all types of cancer research, but in particular, patient-oriented clinical research.

ASCO is committed to:

IMPROVING cancer care and prevention;

ADVANCING the education of physicians and other professionals in the care of patients with cancer, and supporting research and the development of clinical cancer researchers;

FOSTERING communication among cancer-related medical subspecialties and the exchange of a wide range of ideas related to cancer, including its biology, prevention, diagnosis, staging, treatment, and psychosocial impact;

ADVOCATING public policy that ensures patient access to high-quality cancer care and that supports increased clinical cancer research; and

ASSISTING oncologists in addressing the challenges of the modern day practice of oncology.

ASCO's Physician Education

ASCO offers several educational resources for cancer physicians and other health care professionals in the field of clinical oncology. These resources include scientific meetings, educational conferences, professional workshops, and special symposia on issues of particular relevance and importance to clinical oncologists and researchers.

ASCO publishes numerous journals, books, newsletters, and online and multimedia resources. In addition to producing Cancer.Net (www.cancer.net), ASCO publishes the Journal of Clinical Oncology (JCO), the preeminent, peer-reviewed, medical journal on clinical cancer research, and the Journal of Oncology Practice (JOP), the authoritative resource for practicing oncologists making day-to-day decisions regarding clinical and administrative management. ASCO also publishes special curricula to address specific educational needs of cancer professionals. The ASCO Curriculum Series is intended to enrich the education and training of residents, fellows, and practicing physicians, with the ultimate goal of promoting high quality cancer care.

ASCO Annual Meeting

The ASCO Annual Meeting is considered the premiere international forum for the presentation of scientific research and state-of-the-art education in clinical oncology. The five-day event attracts 30,000 attendees from around the world. Clinical trial results and updates presented at ASCO's Annual Meeting represent the significant progress made each year in the fight against cancer.

For more information about ASCO and its many programs and services, visit www.asco.org.

The ASCO Cancer Foundation funds research and education programs both in the U.S. and abroad. By harnessing the knowledge of more than 27,000 oncology professionals in the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), we help deliver physician-approved information directly to those in need. Through these efforts, we improve the lives of those affected by cancer.

The ASCO Cancer Foundation Grants Program is among the largest of any medical professional society in the United States and provides funding for a multitude of innovative research initiatives, including the Young Investigator Award, the Career Development Award, and the Merit Award.