This site provides information about the health and diet of people in the United States, with data from home interviews and health tests that are done in a mobile examination center. The current NHANES is the eighth in a series of national examination studies conducted in the United States since 1960.
This web site offers one stop shopping for the USDA’s nutrient data. The USDA National Nutrient Database can be downloaded from this site, as well as the Nutritive Value of Foods (Home and Garden Bulletin No. 72), and many other single nutrient food composition tables.
Dietary Reference Intake Tables-Food and Nutrition Board, Institute of Medicine
A searchable database of research funding opportunities. Offers the option of receiving weekly e-mail updates tailored to your specific research interests.
Log into the member only ADA web site and click on research on the left hand side and this will take you to this section of the ADA member site. Provides information on ADA's research priorities and initiatives, as well as links to the Dietetic Practice Based Research Network and Scientific Initiatives.
Cancer Nutrition Info provides up-to-date and comprehensive information on the
connection between nutrition and cancer. This site is useful for both
individuals living with cancer, as well as their friends, family, and health
care providers. Nutrition information is provided for both treatment & prevention of cancer."
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About Herbs from Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Quackwatch, Inc., a member of Consumer Federation of America, is a nonprofit corporation whose purpose is to combat health-related frauds, myths, fads, and fallacies. Hundreds of articles, reviews and opinions
This site is the gold standard for evidence-based, clinical information on natural medicines, compiled by pharmacists and physicians who are part of the Pharmacist's Letter and Prescriber's Letter research and editorial staff. They evaluate natural medicines by the same scientific criteria that they have used for 15 years to evaluate regular prescription and non-prescription drugs. This is the most comprehensive, scientifically-based, and practical database on natural medicines available, and contains numerous references from the peer-reviewed medical literature. The Editors have assigned one of five ratings ON SAFETY to the products, and assigned one of five ratings on EFFECTIVENESS. There are extensive search features to find the use, adverse effects, interactions, safety and effectiveness of each natural medicine. Inside this site is also an opportunity for licensed health professionals to communicate with each other about questions and answers related to the use of natural products. 1 year personal subscription $92.00, and book or PDA versions are also available.
Review of Complementary/Integrative Therapies -University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
This database contains evidence-based reviews of published research studies on a variety of complementary/integrative or alternative cancer therapies such as alternative medical systems (e.g., traditional Chinese medicine), herbal/plant (e.g., essiac), other biologic/organic/pharmacologic substances (e.g., cartilage), nutrition and special diets (e.g., macrobiotic), body-manipulative therapies (e.g., massage), energy (e.g., tai chi) and mind-body approaches (e.g., support groups). Short summaries of each therapy are provided in both English and Spanish.
The Lance Armstrong Foundation exists to enhance the quality of life for those
living with, through and beyond cancer. The website
contains a useful list of
resources.
The Coalition is a network of organizations and individuals concerned with the support of cancer survivors and their families. It serves as a clearinghouse for information on services and materials for survivors, advocates the rights and interests of survivors, encourages the study of survivorship, and promotes the development of support activities.
Diana Dyer is a three-time cancer survivor and registered
dietitian. Her website
provides nutritional and general information to cancer
survivors. There is a useful
list of links to other website
A nonprofit social service agency, Cancer Care helps
survivors and families cope with the emotional, psychological and financial
consequences of cancer. Individual,family or group counseling is available in Connecticut,New York and New Jersey, and referrals are provided in other states. Callers to the toll-free counseling hotline speak with a social worker.
American Cancer Society, The Cancer Suvivors Network
The cancer survivors network is a vibrant community established by people whose lives have been touched by cancer. Individuals find strength and inspiration from personal stories, discussions and expressions of caring.
American Institute for Cancer Research, survivor area
Section of the American Institute for Cancer Research web site for individuals who are cancer survivors (from the moment you receive a diagnosis of cancer, you are a cancer survivor).
The Wellness Community is a national support program
devoted solely to providing
free psychological and emotional support to cancer
survivors at all stages and their families. There are more than 20 facilities throughout the U.S.
CA: A Cancer Journal for Clinicians is a peer-reviewed journal of the American Cancer Society providing cancer care professionals with up-to-date information on all aspects of cancer diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. Published six times per year, CA is the most widely circulated oncology journal in the world.
Eldridge and Hamilton, 2004 The Amercian Dietetic Association. This new reference is designed to help the nutrition and health care professional manage patients’ symptoms and side effects of cancer and treatment. Twenty-two symptoms, such as diarrhea management, difficulty with swallowing, managing nausea and vomiting, and sore mouth, are addressed. The book portion provides thorough background information concerning treatment suggestions for each of the over 20 patient handout topics on the CD-ROM. Totaling 55 pages, the patient handouts provide recipes, bulleted how-to-cope information and recommended food lists.
Geriatric Nutrition: the Health Professionals Handbook, 2nd edition
This video demonstrates the PG-SGA nutrition screening and triage process for oncology patients. McCallum and Polisena, 2001, The American Dietetic Association.
The American Institute for Cancer Research offers expertise, resources and support for health professionals. AICR's programs can help educate patients and clients about the potential of cancer prevention,using sound and reliable information.
Provides information on all aspects of cancer through a toll-free information line, web site, and published materials. The American Cancer Society's web site is an important extension of the Society's mission to provide lifesaving information to the public. The user-friendly site includes an interactive cancer resource center containing in-depth information on every major cancer type.
Cancer Sources strives to continually serve the needs of its members, both cancer patients and those who care for them, and healthcare professionals, by providing free, personalized access to a full range of cancer resources special areas of interest such as cancer news, community items and special programming.
FDA website provides useful information about food and drug safety. The website provides up to date information about food and drug safety alters and recalls.
Oncolink is sponsored by the Abramson Cancer Center of the University of Pennsylvania, provides information on different types of cancer, treatment options, clinical trials, resources and a library.
The Federal Government's principal agency for cancer research and training. The NCI website provides information on cancer statistics, clinical trials, research programs and general cancer information
Mesothelioma & Asbestos Awareness Center is a non-profit organization specializing in spreading awareness about mesothelioma and other asbestos related ailments.
Online Cancer Guide provides comprehensive information about various
types of cancers such as prostate cancer, breast cancer, lung cancer,
skin cancer, throat cancer and many more.
The Asbestos & Mesothelioma center is committed to providing the latest, up-to-date information to our visitors in hopes of creating awareness about the dangers of asbestos.
This fact sheet provides patients with an outline for thinking about end of life issues and some guidelines for discussion with their doctors, families, and loved ones
The Institute is an independent, not-for-profit organization, serving members of the public and health care professionals with information and education about the many facets of caring for the dying and the bereaved.
The professional format includes a clinical summary for each supplement and
details about ingredients, adverse effects, interactions, and potential
benefits or problems. Evaluations of alternative or unproved cancer therapies
also are given.
Quackwatch, Inc., a member of Consumer Federation of America, is a nonprofit corporation whose purpose is to combat health-related frauds, myths, fads, and fallacies. Hundreds of articles, reviews and opinions.
This site addresses lifestyle factors,including good nutrition to help
reduce the risk of cancer. It also offers sound information regarding
artificial sweeteners and food additives.
Provides information on cancer that may prevented by lifestyle, screening,
and early treatment. Includes breast, colon, prostate, lung, cervical, and
testicular cancers.
American Cancer Society, Diet and activity factors that affect cancer risk
This organization has put a large resource catalog online at their web site, including categories for "When a Parent Dies", "When a Parent has Cancer", "Coping with Childhood Cancer", "Siblings", "Bereavement" and "Adolescents".
NCI is the Federal Government's principal agency for cancer research and training. The NCI website provides information on cancer statistics, clinical trials, research programs and general cancer information.
AICR offers a variety of services, from a Nutrition Hotline to healthy recipes to a special children's newsletter, all to help you eat and live more healthfully.
Guide ro internet resources for cancer is a gateway to cancer information on the Net since 1996. This non-profit guide contains over 100 pages and more than 4,000 links to cancer related information.
This website provides links to current, trustworthy health
care information. Links
are complied by the National Library of Medicine at the
National Institutes of Health (NIH). Topics include health and nutrition, drug
information and directories
of doctors and hospitals.
Provides information on all aspects of cancer through a toll-free information line, web site, and published materials. The American Cancer Society's web site is an important extension of the Society's mission to provide lifesaving information to the public. The user-friendly site includes an interactive cancer resource center containing in-depth information on every major cancer type.
Strives to continually serve the needs of its members, both cancer patients and those who care for them, and healthcare professionals, by providing free, personalized access to a full range of cancer resources special areas of interest such as cancer news, community items and special programming.
Sponsored by the Abramson Cancer Center of the University of Pennsylvania, provides information on different types of cancer, treatment options, clinical trials, resources and a library
National Cancer Institute Cancer Information Service/PDQ
Provides current, comprehensive information on all major types of cancer, treatments, & clinical trials, plus referrals to treatment facilities & doctors, via telephone, fax, online, and print. 800-4-CANCER Fax: 301-402-5874
Mesothelioma & Asbestos Awareness Center is a non-profit organization specializing in spreading awareness about mesothelioma and other asbestos related ailments.
Online Cancer Guide provides comprehensive information about various
types of cancers such as prostate cancer, breast cancer, lung cancer,
skin cancer, throat cancer and many more.
This website provides easy access to all online nutrition
information from the U.S.
government. You will find advice on healthy eating,
physical activity and food
safety.
Provides information on cancers that may be prevented by lifestyle changes, early detection, and screening followed by prompt treatment. Includes breast, colon, prostate, lung, cervical, and testicular cancers.
National Cancer Institute, Division of Cancer Prevention
This site addresses lifestyle factors,including good nutrition to help
reduce the risk of cancer. It also offers sound information regarding
artificial sweeteners and food additives.
Is an organization of physicians and other medical professionals dedicated to excellence in palliative medicine, the prevention and relief of suffering among patients and families by providing education and clinical practice standards, fostering research, facilitating personal and professional development of its member and by public policy advocacy.
California State Hospice and Palliative Care Association
Provides technical resources to its membership; monitors state legislative and regulatory activities; and works closely with other organizations that have an interest in end of life care. It partners with the California Hospice Foundation, to offer public and professional educational programs and materials to enhance understanding and availability of hospice and palliative care.
Is a nonprofit organization that promotes hospice care and works to educate professionals and the families they serve in issues relating to care giving, terminal illness, loss and bereavement
This website provides comprehensive information for the lay reader about participating in clinical research trials. From the National Cancer Institute.
This website is a collection of book, music and video reviews related to cancer. It also provides links to medical journals and medical literature databases.
Cancer Nutrition Info provides up-to-date and comprehensive information on the
connection between nutrition and cancer. This site is useful for both
individuals living with cancer, as well as their friends, family, and health
care providers. Nutrition information is provided for both treatment &
prevention of cancer."
America's favorite handbook for patients of oral surgery and others who cannot chew. The handbooks are useful to patients after oral surgery, and are welcomed by those who cannot chew and who require a liquid diet or soft food diet. The non-chew recipes are readily prepared from regular food items found in most grocery stores and supermarkets. Recipes in the handbooks include selections from all basic food groups and can be prepared using a blender or food processor.
To order: Dinner Through a Straw, P.O. Box 332574 , Murfreesboro, TN. 37133 Phone or Fax orders to: 615-494-5329 Toll-Free orders: 1-800-842-3841
E-mail: dinnerthroughastraw@yahoo.com
A handbook with non-chew recipes by the same author as Dinner Through A Straw.
To order: Dinner Through a Straw, P.O. Box 332574 , Murfreesboro, TN. 37133 Phone or Fax orders to: 615-494-5329 Toll-Free orders: 1-800-842-3841
E-mail: dinnerthroughastraw@yahoo.com
Northern California Craniofacial Center at Children's Hospital Oakland is among the nation's leading centers for the treatment of craniofacial abnormalities in children. This webpage is a good starting point for any beginner first using a blender for meal preparation after oral surgery. Ideas on food and liquid combinations are listed.
Community Health Care- Wausau Hospital-Wisconsin Medical Library
From the Community Health Care Wausau Hospital in Wisconsin, the Dr. Joseph F. Smith Medical Library’s health encyclopedia copy of the Diet for Jaw Surgery (Blenderized or No Chew Diet). This four paged pdf version is downloadable and contains a list of general hints, protein & calorie supplementation, a sample menu and blenderized recipes.
University of Iowa's Department of Food and Nutrition - Nutrition Publications
The University of Iowa’s Hospital & Clinics Dept of Food & Nutrition Services nutrition publication: “Basic Blenderized Recipes” is available for purchase. It contains recipes, basic blenderizing methods, and flavoring ideas, and includes sections on hot and cold beverages, soups, meats, casseroles, vegetables, and fruits. 34 pages $1.50 To order a copy, print out the order form
By Gerald Miletello, MD and Holly B. Clegg. An oncologist & a cookbook author
created this book that has healthy ideas for the "side effects" of cancer
treatment & nutrition advice for the day of chemotherapy with tips on how to
add protein and soft, nourishing foods. Publisher: Holly B Clegg. Breast
cancer survivors can get a free copy
Brief overview about feeding tubes. For patients who are unable to chew & swallow food, tube feeding can safely and significantly increase the quality of life, maintaining appropriate weight levels and nutritional requirements.
Step-by-step instructions for care of the feeding tube, care of the tube site, mouth care, proper positioning, and when to notify your home health nurse of problems.
Description: This website discusses the terms gastrostomy and G-tubes, and provides detailed home care instructions for cleaning & care of the gastrostomy site, securing the g-tube and bathing. It also includes guidance for activity, clothing, going to school, and tips for preparing a travel kit. There is a list of problems and instructions on what to take and information needed if an unexpected trip to the Emergency Room is needed.
The University of New York – SUNY Upstate Medical University Hospital
Three pages of instructions for the care and use of the gastrostomy feedings-gravity drip or syringe method of feeding a child in a downloadable pdf format.
Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center Home Care
This webpage gives an overview of pediatric gastrostomy-jejunostomy tube care. It contains a handy list of supplies needed to maintain the care of the feeding tube, procedure for cleaning and dressing the wound, flushing the g-tube, giving medications or feedings, giving medicines, protecting the tube, and problem-solving.
Located in Kensington, Maryland, this group provides counseling support, toll-free line, education, respite care & advocacy for caregivers. 800-896-3650 / 301-942-6430 Fax: 301-942-2302
This group based in New York, provides support groups, newsletters, conferences & bereavement counseling for partners of the chronically ill or disabled. 800-838-0879 / 212-644-1241
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American Institute for Cancer Research, Information for professionals
The American Institute for Cancer Research offers expertise, resources and support for health professionals. AICR's programs can help educate patients and clients about the potential of cancer prevention,using sound and reliable information.
NCI is the Federal Government's principal agency for cancer research and training. The NCI website provides information on cancer statistics, clinical trials, research programs and general cancer information.
National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey - National Center for Health Statistics
This site provides information about the health and diet of people in the United States, with data from home interviews and health tests that are done in a mobile examination center. The current NHANES is the eighth in a series of national examination studies conducted in the United States since 1960.
