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Patient Advocates for Advanced Cancer Treatments (PAACT)

International. 150 affiliated groups. Founded 1984. Provides support and advocacy for prostate cancer patients, their families and the general public at risk. Information relative to the advancements in the detection, diagnosis, evaluation and treatment of prostate cancer. Information, referrals, phone help, conferences and quarterly newsletters. Group development guidelines.

Write:

PAACT

P.O. Box 141695

Grand Rapids, MI 49514-1695

Voice: 616-453-1477

Fax: 616-453-1846

Website: http://www.paactusa.org

E-mail: paact@paactusa.org

Verified: 7/26/2012

Us TOO Int'l Prostate Cancer Education and Support Network

International. 300 affiliated groups. Founded 1990. Offers support, information and education for prostate cancer patients, their families and friends. Provides newsletter, information, phone support and assistance in starting new groups.

Write:

Us TOO Prostate Cancer Education and Support Network

5003 Fairview Ave.

Downers Grove, IL 60515-5286

Voice: 1-800-808-7866 or 630-795-1002 (Mon.-Fri., 9am-5pm CST)

Fax: 630-795-1602

Website: http://www.ustoo.org

E-mail: ustoo@ustoo.org

Verified: 7/17/2012

The above information was "verified" as correct on the date at the end of each entry. Since American Self-Help Group Clearinghouse's database is extensive but staffing is limited and information for these organizations can change, it is not possible to keep every entry in American Self-Help Group Clearinghouse database completely current and accurate. Please check with the organizations listed for the most current information.

For additional information on self-help groups, please visit the American Self-Help Group Clearinghouse web site at http://www.mentalhelp.net/selfhelp

If you find information that is not current, please contact American Self-Help Group Clearinghouse at: admin@selfhelpgroups.org

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