If you have been recently diagnosed with cancer, or if you have a friend or loved one who has, chances are you are experiencing a range of new emotions - from fear and anger to disbelief and deep sadness.
You may be looking for treatments, recent developments or for ways you can take care of yourself.
Young or old, a cancer diagnosis and the time that follows may be especially confusing and overwhelming.
The links that follow can help you in your search to the many questions you might have.
More than ever, this is a time to educate yourself.
Remember, your team of doctors is your best source for answers to questions you may have about your health.
www.cancer.com
Cancer.com is a valuable resource; providing treatment and clinical information, as well as ways of sharing with others, staying up to date and seeking support.
Whether you're a patient, caregiver, family member, or physician, the links in this site are a great source for online cancer education, decision-making resources, and risk assessment tools.
www.leukemia-lymphoma.org
This is the site for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.
It is dedicated to funding blood cancer research, education and patient services.
Patients and families can find support as well as information on all blood related cancers.
www.acor.org/leukemia/leukemia.html
A very plain English site thoroughly provides information on all types of leukemia and includes a wonderful section of survivor stories.
This site is part of a collection of online communities designed as a lifeline for anyone affected by cancers of any kind.
Get information on everything from clinical trials to psychosocial issues or join a discussion group.
www.meds.com/leukemia/leukemia.html
The Leukemia Information Center is an educational library of comprehensive information on adult myelogenous leukemia (AML) mainly for healthcare professionals in the United States.
It is very technical but gives complete and straightforward information.
www.meds.com/pdq/myeloid_pro.html
Get both general and technical information on adult acute myeloid leukemia.
It focuses on treatment and remission from a medical perspective complete with research references.
www.lymphomainfo.net
This site is great for those seeking information on lymphoma - Hodgkin's Disease and Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma (NHL).
The site puts a bit of humanity and understanding to this disease and has gathered extensive lymphoma information and resources.
www.guthrie.org
Find more about the Sayre, PA facilities that house such a kind and attentive staff of outstanding nurses and physicians.
Rod Sheer was treated at the Robert Packer Hospital, part of the Guthrie community based, not-for-profit health care system.
The Sheer Family cannot say enough about the excellent care given to all patients at the RPH.
www.bsss-cpa.com
Emery Sheer, senior partner in the Accounting office of Berenfeld, Spritzer, Shechter, & Sheer has donated all of the accounting work for the Rod Sheer Cancer Foundation.
Located in Miami, Fl Berenfeld, Spritzer, Shechter, & Sheer is one of south Florida's most progressive accounting firms.
www.olthof.com
This funeral home has served families of all faiths in both New York and Pennsylvania for over 50 years.
It is managed by Robert Lawrence Olthof, a third generation funeral director and former student of Rodney Sheer.
Rod's New York memorial service was held here.
Visit their site to read Rod's obituary or light a memorial candle in Rod's name.
During our family tragedy the Olthofs provided a seamless hassle free experience in a caring yet professional manner.
The Sheer Family is forever grateful.
We are dedicated to ensuring that the links on The Rod Sheer Cancer Foundation site are up to date.
If you are unable to access a site please contact us.
