Education & Navigation
Understanding your diagnosis and treatment options can bring clarity and peace of mind. These resources provide trusted information to help you make informed decisions and find your way forward.
Best for:
clear, trusted information about diagnosis, treatment, and recovery
Breastcancer.org
What they help with:
Provides medically reviewed, easy-to-understand information about breast cancer, including diagnosis, treatment options, side effects, surgery, and recovery. Their resources help individuals understand what to expect and make informed decisions about their care.
How to get help:
Visit their website to explore treatment guides, recovery information, and educational articles. You can also access their online community to connect with others and learn from shared experiences.
Who it’s for:
Individuals who are newly diagnosed, in treatment, recovering, or seeking trusted information about breast cancer at any stage.
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Best for:
trusted guidance and support at every stage of diagnosis and recovery
Living Beyond Breast Cancer
What they help with:
Provides trusted educational resources, webinars, guides, and a helpline to help individuals understand their diagnosis, treatment options, side effects, and life after breast cancer. Their programs are designed to empower patients with clear, reliable information.
How to get help:
Visit their website to access educational guides, attend webinars, or connect with their helpline for personalized support and information.
Who it’s for:
Individuals who are newly diagnosed, in treatment, or recovering from breast cancer and seeking trusted information and guidance.
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American Cancer Society
Best for:
comprehensive guidance on treatment, recovery, and navigating cancer care
What they help with:
Provides trusted, medically reviewed information about breast cancer, including diagnosis, treatment options, side effects, recovery, and survivorship. They also offer programs and services to help patients navigate treatment and access support.
How to get help:
Visit their website to explore educational guides, use their patient support tools, or contact their helpline for personalized information and assistance.
Who it’s for:
Individuals at any stage of breast cancer who need reliable information, guidance, or help navigating treatment and recovery.
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Best for:
easy-to-understand guidance for those newly diagnosed
National Breast Cancer Foundation
What they help with:
Provides clear, patient-friendly educational resources about breast cancer, including diagnosis, treatment options, surgery, and recovery. Their programs help individuals understand what to expect and feel more confident navigating their care.
How to get help:
Visit their website to access educational guides, patient resources, and support programs designed to help individuals through every stage of their breast cancer journey.
Who it’s for:
Individuals who are newly diagnosed, in treatment, or recovering and looking for trusted, easy-to-understand information.
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Best for:
treatment guidance and personalized patient navigation support
Susan G. Komen
What they help with:
Provides trusted educational resources about breast cancer, including diagnosis, treatment options, side effects, and recovery. Their Patient Care Center also offers personalized navigation support to help individuals understand their options and access care.
How to get help:
Visit their website to explore educational guides or contact the Komen Patient Care Center to speak with trained specialists who can provide information and help connect you with support services.
Who it’s for:
Individuals at any stage of breast cancer who need reliable information, guidance, or help navigating treatment and support options.
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Best for:
trusted, physician-led education on breast cancer and treatment options
MD Anderson Cancer Center
What they help with:
Provides comprehensive, physician-reviewed information about breast cancer, including diagnosis, treatment options, surgery, side effects, and recovery. Their patient education resources are developed by one of the nation’s leading cancer centers and help individuals better understand their care.
How to get help:
Visit their website to explore educational guides, patient resources, and treatment information. You can also learn about available care options and support services.
Who it’s for:
Individuals who are newly diagnosed, in treatment, or recovering and seeking trusted, expert-level information about breast cancer.
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