Links & Resources

Find hope, strength and support in these websites, books and videos recommended by breast cancer survivors and their loved ones.

Disclaimer: This information should not substitute for advice from your personal physician.

For Every Woman

Books & Videos

Dr. Susan Love’s Breast Book: 4th Edition by Susan M. Love, M.D., Karen Lindsey & Marcia Williams (Da Capo Press, $22) — One of the most comprehensive breast-health books; topics include risk factors, prevention, screening, diagnosis, emotions, and more.

Websites

American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
Search for a nearby Ob-Gyn.

BreastCancer.net
Sign up for research news from medical journals.

Cancer Research Foundation of America
Learn steps to reduce your risk of breast cancer.

MyHealthTestReminder.org
Register for an email reminder for your annual mammogram.

National Women's Health Information Center
Find information about all women's health topics.

The National Breast Cancer Coalition
Become involved in changing public policies.

TheBreastCancerSite.com
Fund mammograms for low-income women.

For Family & Friends

Books & Videos

Breast Cancer Husband: How to Help Your Wife (and Yourself) During Diagnosis, Treatment and Beyond by Marc Silver (Rodale Press, $15) — Learn helpful tips for husbands as an active participant in their wife's care.

Websites

CancerCare.org
Receive online support for patients and loved ones.

CancerHopeNetwork.org (877-HOPE-NET)
Chat one-on-one with family members and survivors.

MenAgainstBreastCancer.org
Find resources for men wanting to become involved in the cause.

Pink-Link.org
Share support in this online community.

Together for Breast Cancer Survival
Receive support through this Indiana group.

For Patients & Survivors

Books & Videos

Dear God, They Say It’s Cancer: A Companion Guide for Women on the Breast Cancer Journey By Janet Thompson (Howard Books, $20) — Read one breast cancer survivor's emotional journey.

Facing the Mirror with Cancer by Lori Ovitz and Joanne Kabak (Belle Press, $25) — Get beauty tips from a veteran makeup artist.

Focus on Healing Through Movement and Dance for the Breast Cancer Survivor (Enhancement, Inc., $30) Learn therapeutic exercises for women with breast cancer in this video.

Ice Bound: A Doctor’s Incredible Battle for Survival at the South Pole by Jerri Nielson, M.D., with Maryann Vollers (Miramax Books, $15) — Find inspiration in this story of survival while stranded in Antarctica.

It’s Your Body…Ask Your Physician About Breast Cancer (Fort Alexander Press, $20) — Follow this step-by-step guide after diagnosis.

Living Through Breast Cancer by Carolyn M. Kaelin, M.D., with Francesca Coltrera (McGraw-Hill, $17) — Hear an insider's perspective from a breast surgeon who's a survivor.

The Breast Cancer Survivor’s Fitness Plan By Carolyn M. Kaelin, M.D., Francesca Coltrera, Josie Gardiner and Joy Prouty (McGraw-Hill, $19) — Start a simple exercise program designed to enhance recovery.

Websites

American Cancer Society
Find detailed guides and in-depth cancer-related information.

BreastCancer.org
Use a Dictionary to translate breast cancer terms.

Breast Cancer Network of Strength
Connect with peers about breast cancer experiences.

CancerAndCareers.org
Find information on job-related concerns.

CancerQuest.org
Watch 3-D animations of the complex biologies of cancer.

Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Download Breast Health publications and podcasts.

Centerwatch Clinical Trials Listing Service
Search for up-to-date clinical trial information and listings.

FacingOurRisk.org
Chat online with others who may also be at increased risk.

IBC Cancer Research Foundation
Learn more about IBC, an advanced form of breast cancer.

Living Beyond Breast Cancer
Register for free teleconferences on various topics.

LookGoodFeelBetter.org
Locate a local beauty workshop.

Metastatic Breast Cancer Network
View presentations from the group's annual conference.

MyBiopsy.org
Learn about biopsies from the College of the American Pathologists.

National Cancer Institute
Download the guide What You Need to Know About Breast Cancer.

Patient Advocate Foundation
Obtain resources and assistance for insurance and healthcare access problems.

ShopWellWithYou.org
Search for styles specially made for cancer survivors.