September

Gynecologic cancer awareness month provides an opportunity to educate women about the prevention, early detection, and treatment of all gynecologic cancers. We have provided multiple links to different information resources to learn more about gynecologic cancers.

General Resources

Brochures

Available at no cost in the Cancer Learning Center or request a copy by calling 801- 581-6365 or 1-888-424-2100 toll free

• What You Need to Know About Cancer of the Uterus
• What You Need to Know About Ovarian Cancer
• Maintain Your Gynecologic Health with Education and Early Detection
• Sexuality and Cancer for the Woman Who Has Cancer and Her Partner

Books

Available for check-out from the Cancer Learning Center or view ordering information from Amazon.com

• The Gynecological Sourcebook. Rosenthal, M. Sara. 2003.
• Women's Cancers: How to Prevent Them, How to Treat Them, How to Beat Them. McGinn, Kerry Anne; Haylock, Pamela J. 2003.
• A Gynecologist's Second Opinion: The Questions and Answers You Need to Take Charge of Your Health. Parker, William H. 2003.

Organizations and Websites

• Huntsman Cancer Institute Gynecologic Cancer Program
• National Cancer Institute

For additional information, please visit the Huntsman Cancer Learning Center or call the Huntsman Cancer Information Service at 801-581-6365 or toll-free 1-888-424-2100.

Introduction and General Resources

Other Resources

Nutrition

Coping and Financial Issues

Managing Symptoms and Treatment Side Effects

Complementary and Alternative Medicine