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Information and Support
breastcancer.org
Possibly the best medical information and support site on the web. Presents information about all aspects of breast cancer. Wonderful discussion board, called the Community Knowledge Exchange, where people can ask questions and find women and men with common concerns—a true cyber support group.
FORCE: Facing Our Risk of Cancer Empowered
For those at risk of hereditary breast or ovarian cancer and for those with family history who have already been diagnosed.
No Surrender Breast Cancer Support
Founded by a breast cancer survivor, offers information and advice, plus support via an interactive message board and a blog written by the founder.
PINKSTOCK
A breast cancer survivor collects and redistributes mastectomy items, including breast forms and bras, to those in need. She also sponsors PINKSTOCK, an annual gathering of survivors.
Step Up, Speak Out
Women or men with breast-cancer-related lymphedema can find resources, support, and advocacy at this website.
Thrive
Thrive is an organization that provides "support, services, and education to young women in the greater Boston area who have been diagnosed with breast cancer."
Post-Mastectomy Products Online
Recommended by Contributors to BreastFree:
Janac Mastectomy Wear
This site features products created by Janet Cockburn, a breast cancer survivor, including sports bras and the Been-A-Boob breast form.
make me heal
This site has been recommended by many woman for its good selection and prices.
MetroMedicalOnline
Good prices and good service, offering Amoena, Anita, ABC, Jodee, and TruLife products, as well as miscellaneous other brands.
Park Mastectomy Supply
Bras, breast forms, and swimwear. The owner, Janet Park, will answer questions and help you select the appropriate product.
TLC Tender Loving Care
The American Cancer Society offers affordable mastectomy products, including breast forms, bras, camisoles, and swimsuits, at its non-profit online catalog.
Wear Ease
This site sells its own line of well-made post-surgical and prosthetic products, including camisoles, lingerie, and compression bras.
The Woman's Personal Health Resource
Broad range of products, including breast forms, bras, swimsuits, and lymphedema needs. The owner, Barbara Zarrell, will answer your questions personally. The Women's Personal Health Resource also has a related site, Smart Shop for Women, which features less-expensive mastectomy products.
Other Sites Selling Post-Mastectomy Products Online:
about the girl
Feminine, sexy lingerie and fashionable swimwear from the UK, featuring pockets for breast forms. The owner, Amy Bath, herself a breast cancer survivor, sells lingerie designed to restore confidence and help women feel attractive. International orders accepted. Note: the swimwear collection will be available online shortly after Christmas.
Custom DME – Nipple Prosthetics
This company offers life-like silicone nipples made to your specifications, which can be worn using bio-compatible drying adhesives that can last
for multiple days.