Resources for Cancer Survivors
The Commonwealth Cancer Association, Inc. is staffed with individuals who are very familiar with the protocols associated with cancer in the CNMI. That being said, the CCA is not comprised of medical professionals nor is the CCA an authority on cancer research. This page consists of resources from medical authorities in the CNMI and in the USA to ensure that those affected by cancer have the necessary information to make the best decisions for their health.
Our Resources
Our cancer resource booklets are a valuable tool for anyone facing a cancer diagnosis. Each booklet is designed to provide clear and concise information, with a focus on compassionate support and guidance.
Learn more and download our free booklets today!
CCA Annual Reports
Annual Reports, functionally, provide updates on the CCA's yearly accomplishments and a way for donors to see how their donations are used. We encourage all supporters and members of the CCA, or our community, to read through our annual report archive!
Learn more and download our free booklets today!
Local Resources
Commonwealth Healthcare Corporation (CHCC)
CHCC Oncology Center: Commonwealth Healthcare Corporation (chcc.health)
Doc Talks with Dr. Peter Brett on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/cnmichcc/videos/185079789416079
For information about the Oncology Center's Cancer Screening Program, which is offered at no cost to CNMI residents, call CHCC at +1 (670) 234-8950 and ask for the Oncology Center, or the CARES Project.
Prevention & Early Detection
National Cancer Institute (NIH)
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Harvard Health Publishing
American Institute for Cancer Research
For Cancer Patients: Diagnoses and Treatments
National Cancer Institute (NIH)
https://www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/coping/feelings
https://www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/coping/feelings/relaxation
https://www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/coping/adjusting-to-cancer/communication-pdq
https://www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/coping/adjusting-to-cancer/talk-with-doctors
https://www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/coping/adjusting-to-cancer/changes-for-family
https://www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/coping/adjusting-to-cancer/spouse-or-partner
https://www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/coping/adjusting-to-cancer/talk-to-children
https://www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/treatment/side-effects/memory
https://www.cancer.gov/types/recurrent-cancer
https://www.cancer.gov/types/childhood-cancers
https://www.cancer.gov/types/metastatic-cancer
https://www.cancer.gov/types/aya
https://cam.cancer.gov/health_information/talking_about_cam.htm
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
https://www.cdc.gov/cancer/survivors/patients/index.htm
https://www.cdc.gov/cancer/survivors/patients/treatments.htm
https://www.cdc.gov/cancer/survivors/patients/side-effects-of-treatment.htm
https://blogs.cdc.gov/cancer/2018/05/17/cancer-survivors-mental-health/
https://www.cdc.gov/cancer/survivors/patients/clinical-trials.htm
https://www.cdc.gov/cancer/survivors/patients/complementary-alternative-medicine.htm
https://www.cdc.gov/cancer/survivors/patients/staying-healthy-during-cancer-treatment.htm
https://www.cdc.gov/cancer/survivors/patients/paying-for-cancer-treatment.htm
https://www.cdc.gov/cancer/survivors/patients/be-prepared-for-an-emergency.htm
American Cancer Society
About Cancer Treatment and Physical Side Effects:
https://www.cancer.org/treatment/treatments-and-side-effects.html
https://www.cancer.org/treatment/treatments-and-side-effects/choosing-your-treatment-team.html
https://www.cancer.org/treatment/treatments-and-side-effects/treatment-types.html
https://www.cancer.org/treatment/treatments-and-side-effects/treatment-types/surgery.html
https://www.cancer.org/treatment/treatments-and-side-effects/treatment-types/chemotherapy.html
https://www.cancer.org/treatment/treatments-and-side-effects/treatment-types/radiation.html
https://www.cancer.org/treatment/treatments-and-side-effects/treatment-types/targeted-therapy.html
https://www.cancer.org/treatment/treatments-and-side-effects/treatment-types/immunotherapy.html
https://www.cancer.org/treatment/treatments-and-side-effects/treatment-types/hormone-therapy.html
https://www.cancer.org/treatment/treatments-and-side-effects/clinical-trials.html
https://www.cancer.org/treatment/treatments-and-side-effects/videos.html
https://www.cancer.org/treatment/treatments-and-side-effects/physical-side-effects.html
https://www.cancer.org/treatment/treatments-and-side-effects/palliative-care.html
Mental Health and Cancer
https://www.cancer.org/treatment/survivorship-during-and-after-treatment/coping/appearance.html