Resources and information for parents of children with cancer . . . by parents of children with cancer.

Glossaries

Choose your favorite from the glossaries listed below.

National Cancer Institute (NCI) (cancer.gov)

dictionary of cancer terms

MedicineOnline

meds.com

Cancerweb

On-Line Medical Dictionary

MedicineNet.com

MedTerms Medical Dictionary. Functions as a dictionary, but is more than a dictionary, as it links to articles.

Lymphoma Information Network

lymphoma glossary

general glossary

Harvard Medical School

consumer health information area

NIH National Human Genome Research Institute site

Glossary of Genetic Terms (talking glossary)

ACOR

ACOR dictionary

Intelihealth

Medical Dictionary Merriam Webster Medical Dictionary and pronunciation guide

Virtual Hospital site

Cancer word list for patients on the Virtual Hospital site

Birgid Schlindwein's

Hypermedia Glossary Of Genetic Terms

General Disclaimer

These pages are intended for informational purposes only and are not intended to render medical advice. The information provided on Ped Onc Resource Center should not be used for diagnosing or treating a health problem or a disease. It is not a substitute for professional care. If you suspect your child has a health problem, you should consult your health care provider.

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