The NMDP was created in 1986 to provide marrow transplants from volunteer unrelated donors to patients with leukemia, aplastic anemia, lymphomas and other life-threatening diseases. The OAM sponsors research, conducts clinical investigations and serves as a public information clearinghouse. General information packages are available from the OAM which include position papers from the NCI on specific types of alternative therapies. Call or write for further information. A newsletter published by an ovarian cancer survivor for women who are fighting ovarian or other similar cancers.
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An independent information and advocacy organization for men with prostate cancer. Information from PDQ can be accessed through the Cancer Information Service, CancerFax, or through the web site of the National Cancer Institute. All trained Hotline volunteers have had breast cancer treatment. They do not give medical advice. 2000, Bassett Healthcare.