Resources on Cancer Disparities and Health Equity

Approved by the Cancer.Net Editorial Board, 03/2021

The following resources provide information about cancer disparities and health equity, as well as national organizations that provide resources and services for specific communities of people with cancer. Contact these organizations directly to learn more about their specific programs and services. Because offerings change frequently, this list may not include everything available. Find more organizations and support.

Information about cancer disparities and health equity

American Society of Clinical Oncology: Health Equity Resources

Intercultural Cancer Council

National Cancer Institute: Center to Reduce Cancer Health Disparities

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services: Office of Minority Health

Resources for underserved people with cancer

ACCESS: Arab Community Center for Economic and Social Services

African American Breast Cancer Alliance, Inc.

American Indian Cancer Foundation

Asian American Cancer Support Network

Día de la Mujer Latina

Latinas Contra Cancer

The Latino Cancer Institute

MaleCare

Native American Cancer Initiatives, Inc.

Nueva Vida, Inc.

Sisters Network, Inc.: A National African American Breast Cancer Survivorship Organization

Resources for LGBTQ+ People with Cancer

Resources for Older Adults with Cancer

Resources for Young Adults and Teens with Cancer

Financial Resources for People with Cancer

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