Bag It Bag Resources
The content in the Bag It bag was sourced from the following world-leading cancer authorities. Visit their individual websites for even more reliable information about a wide range of topics related to cancer care, research and education.
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American Cancer Society: The American Cancer Society is known as a trusted source for cancer information. The medical information is written, reviewed, and/or edited by American Cancer Society medical editors. Additionally, medical review and content contribution are provided through a collaboration with the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO). This rigorous process ensures the information is accurate, reliable, and trustworthy.
American Institute of Cancer Research (AICR): AICR champions research that increases understanding of the relationship between nutrition, lifestyle, and cancer.
National Comprehensive Cancer Network Patient Guidelines: The National Comprehensive Cancer Network®. Also known as NCCN, the organization is a 501©3 non-profit alliance of the top leading cancer centers devoted to patient care, research and education. NCCN is dedicated to improving and facilitating quality, effective, efficient and accessible cancer care so patients can live better lives.
National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship (NCCS): Founded by and for cancer survivors, NCCS created the widely accepted definition of survivorship and defines someone as a cancer survivor from the time of diagnosis and for the balance of life. NCCS has worked with legislators and policy makers to represent cancer patients and survivors in efforts to improve their quality of care and quality of life after diagnosis.
National Cancer Institute (NCI) Cancer Information Service: The National Cancer Institute (NCI) is the federal government’s principal agency for cancer research and training. For over 30 years, the National Cancer Institute’s (NCI) Cancer Information Service (CIS) has provided the latest, most accurate cancer information to cancer patients and their families, members of the general public, and health professionals.
Triage Cancer: A national, nonprofit organization that provides free education on legal and practical issues that may impact individuals diagnosed with cancer and their caregivers, through events, materials, and resources. The Legal & Financial Navigation Program offers one-on-one help with issues such as work, health and disability insurance, finances, and estate planning. CancerFinances.org is an online toolkit to help people manage finances after a cancer diagnosis.
Paths to Survivorship, published by Bag It, combines the most relevant and requested content from the most respected cancer authorities and provides them in a single, easy-to-navigate publication. The topics in this go-to guide are relevant from the point of initial diagnosis through all phases of survivorship. The content is compiled from the American Institute for Cancer Research, the American Society of Clinical Oncology, the National Cancer Institute, the National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship, the National Comprehensive Cancer Network, and Cancer Care, Inc.
Taking Time, published by the National Cancer Institute, discusses the many emotions that come with having cancer, how it can affect relationships, and how to communicate with others in your life.
CancerResource: Living Well with Cancer and Beyond (updated version of the Heal Well booklet), from the American Institute for Cancer Research, provides information on nutrition and cancer. The content includes common questions people ask about diet, nutrition, and physical activity during and after cancer treatment and offers suggestions for common cancer or treatment-related symptom management.
Caring for the Caregiver, from the National Cancer Institute, provides ways friends, family members, and caretakers can take care of themselves while caring for someone with cancer.
English Patient Forms, These forms are included in My Companion Guidebook, along with tabbed sections with helpful tips.
Questions, Tips and Checklist from Paths to Survivorship, Printable resources to help you work with your healthcare team.
While Bag It took efforts to collect materials only from nationally recognized, research-based publications, Bag It has not independently researched, verified, or otherwise confirmed the accuracy of any of the information provided. The links listed are not intended to be an endorsement of any information or services and should not be construed as medical, legal, or financial advice.