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Patient Advocates for Advanced Cancer Treatment (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 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: 1/26/2011
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: 9/2/2011
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