This list includes resources you're likely to use most often and those that are the richest sources of specific information on esophageal cancer. All entries in each category are listed in alphabetical order, not by importance. While searching for information, if you cannot find esophageal cancer in a list of cancers in a reference book or on a web site, look under cancers of the digestive system or head and neck. The American Cancer Society has many national and local programs to help cancer patients with travel, lodging, and emotional support. Email subscribers receive copies of emails sent by any members of the group to the Listserv.
Some active groups generate dozens of messages a day.
Email discussion groups are an excellent way to connect with people in similar circumstances. A live chat is similar to walking into a room where a discussion is already taking place except you will be typing your messages. In the bulletin board type of chat room, a participant may post a message, and others will usually respond right below that message. With any of these support groups, you may elect to participate or just observe by reading the messages of others and the responses that their messages generate. This mailing list is for physicians, patients, and their families to discuss all issues concerning esophageal cancer and to offer individual support.