Useful websites
A lot of information about cancer is available on the internet. Some websites are excellent, others have misleading or out of date information. Doctors consider these sites to contain accurate information and they are regularly updated. Use their search functions to find topics related to mesothelioma.
www.fda.gov (U.S. Department of Health and Human Services)
The United States government website contains much information about drug testing, clinical trial approvals, and more.
www.nci.nih.gov (National Cancer Institute - National Institute of Health - USA)
Gives comprehensive information on cancer and treatments.
www.cancerhelp.org.uk (Cancer Research Campaign)
Contains patient information on all types of cancer and has a cancer research clinical trials database to allow people to identify suitable clinical trials.
www.nelh.nhs.uk (UK National Electronic Library for Health)
National UK health information site - covers all aspects of health, illness and treatments.
www.intelihealth.com (drug and medicines information)
Easy-to-use and free from medical jargon. Has patient information leaflets which can be printed off.
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