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Topic: oncology
Definition:

  • the branch of medicine concerned with the study and treatment of tumors

    Related tag cloud:

  • cancer
  • chemotherapy
  • hematology
  • medical
  • radiation
  • research
  • tumor
  • medicine
  • treatment
  • cancer treatment
  • breast cancer
  • surgery
  • cardiology
  • leukemia
  • health
  • clinical trials
  • lymphoma
  • hospital
  • radiation oncology
  • doctor
  • lung cancer
    • Resources:

    OncoLink
    Extensive information including news, prevention, clinical trials, conferences and psychosocial support from the University of Pennsylvania Cancer Center.
    http://www.oncolink.com/

    American Society of Clinical Oncology
    The information provided by ASCO is extensive and aimed towards health professionals.
    http://www.asco.org/

    Oncology.com
    Coping strategies, side effect management strategies and current clinical trials for people taking care of cancer patients.
    http://www.oncology.com/

    Oncology Nursing Society
    Organization open to registered nurses and other healthcare professionals involved in oncology care.
    http://www.ons.org/

    Journal of Clinical Oncology
    Journal of the American Society of Clinical Oncology. Searchable archives as well as topical and issue indexes. Email alerts available.
    http://www.jco.org/

    Food and Drug Administration
    The Consumer Protection Agency of the U.S. Government which monitors medical devices, foods, drugs, biologics, veterinary medicine, and toxicological research.
    http://www.fda.gov