Websites
Canadian Cancer Society
The Canadian Cancer Society is the largest charitable funder of cancer research in Canada. Our research dollars are allocated by the National Cancer Institute of Canada.
Quebec > What is uterine cancer?
Uterine Cancer: Understanding your diagnosis (.pdf)
BC Cancer Agency (BCCA)
The BC Cancer Agency's mandate covers the spectrum of cancer care from prevention and screening, to diagnosis, treatment, and through to rehabilitation.
Health info > Types of cancer > Women's cancer > Uterus / Endometrium
Women's Health Matters
Women's health experts from Women's College Hospital and the Women's College Research Institute developed this site and play an ongoing role in its expansion and review.
Health Centres > Endometrial Cancer
National Cancer Institute
The US Government's main agency for cancer research and training.
PDQ® (Physician Data Query) summaries for more information about endometrial cancer and uterine scarcoma treatment:
American Cancer Society
Learn about cancer > Select a Cancer Type
Cancer.Net
Oncologist-approved cancer information from the American Society of Clinical Oncology.
Types of Cancer > Uterine Cancer
MedlinePlus
Developed by the National Library of Medicine
Disorders and Conditions: Cancers > Uterine Cancer
Medical Encyclopedia
Mayo Clinic
Diseases & Conditions > E > Endometrial cancer
UptoDate (for advanced readers)
UpToDate has produced articles for patients and their family members who seek current, reliable information on a variety of medical conditions and topics.
Patient Info > Cancer Click on the link and scroll down to Endometrical (uterine) cancer.
Foundation for Women's Cancer
The mission of the Foundation for Women's Cancer is to increase awareness and education, support expanded research and training, and provide knowledge and hope for women diagnosed with cancers specific to them.
Gynecologic Cancers > Cancer Types> Uterine/Endometrial Cancer Endometrial Cancer : Your Guide (.pdf)
European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) New
Founded in 1975, ESMO is the leading professional organisation for medical oncology. With more than 25,000 members representing oncology professionals from over 160 countries worldwide, ESMO is the society of reference for oncology education and information.
For patients > Patient Guides > Patient Guides by Language > Cancer Patient Guide in English > Endometrial Cancer : Guide for Patients (.pdf)
Oncolink
OncoLink was founded in 1994 by Penn cancer specialists with a mission to help cancer patients, families, health care professionals and the general public get accurate cancer-related information at no charge.
Books
Search the JGH Patient Education Network (PEN) Collection for cancer books to borrow from the hospital.
Tips: Choose "Advanced Search” and select "Hope & Cope E730.1" or "PFRC (Patient and Family Resource Centre) A-200" from the drop-down menu of “Physical Location”.
OncoLink Library Includes cancer related book and video reviews, summaries of cancer related journal articles, poetry from cancer patients, with links to peer reviewed journals, OncoServe, and ScienceDirect.
Please note: This information should not be considered as medical advice. It is not to be used in place of a visit with a doctor, nurse or other healthcare professional. If you have questions about your individual medical situation, please consult with your healthcare professional.