Recommended Web Sites

Abnormal Pap Test Results - The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists offer this information.

ACS Detailed Guide: Vaginal Cancer - The American Cancer Society provides this detailed guide to vaginal cancer.

Cancer of the Vulva and Vagina - The American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology has prepared this information on this type of cancer.

CancerBacup: Vaginal Cancer - CancerBACUP's mission is to give cancer patients and their families the up-to-date information, practical advice and support they need to reduce the fear and uncertainty of cancer.

DES Questions and Answers - Women whose mothers took DES may develop vaginal cancer more often than women whose mothers did not take it. Read more here.

FDA Oncology Tools - This web site is maintained by the Food and Drug Administration Center for Drug Evaluation and Research and it contains information related to cancer and approved cancer drug therapies. One can select from a number of listed topics that include disease summaries, approved oncology drugs, and patient liaison programs.

MEDLINEPlus - Vaginal Cancer - Developed by the National Library of Medicine, this consumer health site directs the user to selected online resources on many common diseases and conditions.

National Cancer Institute: Vaginal Cancer Homepage - The National Cancer Institute is the Federal Government's principal agency for cancer research and training. This site includes comprehensive information about the disease including diagnosis, treatment options, clinical trials, and emotional issues. CancerNet, a bibliographic database, provides summaries on cancer treatments, screening, prevention, and supportive care. Much of this site can be viewed in either English or Spanish.

OncoLink: University of Pennsylvania Cancer Center - Founded in 1994 by the University of Pennsylvania's cancer specialists, OncoLink's mission is to provide access to accurate cancer-related information. Comprehensive information on the disease, support groups, clinical trials, and frequently asked questions can all be obtained from this web site.

Vaginal Cancer from NOAH - The librarians at the NY Academy of Medicine and the NY Public Library have gathered these links to quality resources on the Internet.

Women's Cancer Information Center-Vaginal Cancer - The Women's Cancer Information Center provides information and support for women suffering from various cancers.