Types of Cancer

A cancer diagnosis presents many challenges for patients and their families.  Each will have questions about what it means to have cancer, can it be cured, what are the various treatment options, and how long will treatment take?  Mid Ohio Oncology/Hematology is committed to providing each and every patient and their family with honest and realistic answers to any questions they may have.  Additional information is available through many sources.  The following links are especially helpful.

The National Cancer Institute offers comprehensive information regarding all types of cancer, treatment and numerous cancer topics, as well as resources for support.  Access to this site is at www.cancer.gov.

The American Society of Clinical Oncology also offers comprehensive information, understanding and coping for all types of cancer and can be accessed at www.plwc.org.

Please do not hesitate to ask the physician or nurse about your specific situation.