An Information and Resources area for patients will be available in the new Olivia Newton-John Cancer and Wellness Centre that is on track  to open for patients in mid 2012.

If you want more information about your current condition, treatment options, wellness programs and support services, or any other topic, please ask your doctor, nurse or any other members of your health care team.

If you are a patient being treated at Austin Health, visit the Cancer Services website.

External links for more information*

The following websites have been compiled to assist people needing reliable, appropriate information about cancer information online.

This is not intended to be an alternative to medical advice but to support people needing general information about cancer, treatment and coping with cancer.

• The Cancer Council provides information and support to individuals living with cancer, their families and friends. They also have information in several languages. Visit the website of Cancer Council Victoria or telephone the Cancer Help line to speak with a cancer nurse , between 8.30am to 6pm weekdays. Phone: 13 11 20.
• Online service for psychological support and information on clinical trials, visit Cancer Connections.
• For information on specific cancers, visit HealthInsite.
• Information on all types of cancers, including diagnosis and treatment of various cancers (medical and complementary care). Visit American Cancer Society.
• Cancer Help United Kingdom has very accessible information to help you understand more about cancer and the physical and emotional effects of cancer. Visit Cancer Help.
• MacMillan Cancer Support United Kingdom provides comprehensive information on cancer diagnosis, treatment and emotional support for patients, families and health professionals. Visit MacMillan Cancer Support website.  
• For a wide range of information on cancer for medical professionals, patients, families and general public. Visit The Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Centre.
• The Virtual Cancer Centre website has been developed by Australian cancer specialists working in oncology, haematology, palliative care, surgery, pharmacy and nursing. With information on diagnosis, treatment and support for cancer patients, their families and for health professionals.
• A quick search option on the Virtual Cancer Centre site locates information about specific cancers, drugs or symptoms. There is also a section reviewing the latest cancer news and research. Pod casts are available on common cancers and their treatments with cancer specialists discussing cancer-related topics. Visit the Virtual Cancer Centre.
• The National Cancer Institute website (United States) provides comprehensive information for people affected by cancer and health care professionals.
  
• Cancer Clinical Trials Centre (CCTC), part of Austin Health Cancer Services, is closely involved with the Ludwig Institute for Cancer Research - Melbourne Branch. The Centre conducts a wide variety of cancer clinical trials, and has an international reputation for excellence. Read more about the Cancer Clinical Trials Centre.
• The University of Pennsylvania Oncolink website provides easily accessible and comprehensive information on cancer.

For websites with cancer information on:

• treatment and side effects
  
• complementary therapies
• psychological support
• research
• statistics
• cancer information in other languages
• cancer specific sites
• medical journals
• children with cancer
• specialist societies and colleges

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*The list of websites provided is not intended to be an alternative to medical advice. The websites adhere to American Medical Association recommendations: Guidelines for Medical and Internet Information Sites on the Internet. All websites are evidenced-based, and use easy to understand language to deliver information in a sensitive and empathic style.