Explore this helpful list of reputable resources and organizations curated by the Bladder Cancer Canada Team.
Links and Other Resources
American Bladder Cancer Society
The American Bladder Cancer Society’s function is to raise awareness of bladder cancer among the general public and the medical community, to advocate through all means available the advance of research into a cure, treatment, early diagnosis and quality of life issues of survivors, to support bladder cancer survivors by providing community as well as by encouraging the concept of informed medical consumerism.
American Urological Association
The American Urological Association (AUA), founded in 1902, is a professional association for the advancement of urologic patient care, and works to ensure that its more that members are current on the latest research and practices in urology.
Bladder Cancer Advocacy Network
BCAN – the Bladder Cancer Advocacy Network – is the first U.S.-based non-profit advocacy organization dedicated to improving public awareness of bladder cancer and increasing research directed towards the diagnosis, treatment and cure of the disease. Founded in May 2005, BCAN is a cooperative effort among bladder cancer survivors, their families and caregivers, and the medical community.
Bladder Cancer Australia
Bladder Cancer Australia is a registered not-for-profit foundation which has been established to increase public awareness of bladder cancer, to gain support from Government and to campaign for improved screening.
Bladder Cancer Awareness Australia (BCAA)
Australia’s first bladder cancer advocacy group, supporting the most vulnerable bladder cancer patients, those with social or financial hardship or terminal disease.
BEAT Bladder Cancer Australia
BEAT Bladder Cancer Australia’s mission is to increase awareness and education, provide support to patients and advance bladder cancer research, diagnosis and treatment. Their website includes some valuable videos which those facing bladder cancer may find helpful.
Canadian Cancer Research Alliance (CCRA)
An alliance of organizations that work strategically to co-ordinate and collaborate on most of the cancer research conducted in Canada. Together, they support cancer research that uncovers factors which may cause cancer, and discovers more—and better—treatments to improve patient and survivor outcomes.
Canadian Hospice and Palliative Care Association
The national voice for quality hospice palliative care in Canada by providing education, raising awareness, influencing public policy, and collaborating with provincial associations.
Canadian Urological Association
Read the 2013 Canadian Guideline on Post-operative Surveillance of Upper Tract Urothelial Carcinoma.
Campaigning for Cancer
An advocacy organization that was formed in 2008 to give South African patients and those affected by cancer a voice.
Cancer Vessie France
An association that brings together patients living with bladder cancer or their caregivers.
Coloplast Care
Support and education to extend information from your health care provider. Access inspirational and relevant information and support via web or phone.
ESMO’S Bladder Cancer Guide
Download ESMO’s (European Society for Medical Oncology’s) Bladder Cancer: A guide for patients. Patient information based on clinical guidelines.
Fight Bladder Cancer
Fight Bladder Cancer is the only UK-based bladder cancer charity founded and run by bladder cancer survivors and their families, so they know EXACTLY what you’re going through. They exist to explain the medical jargon, give you the facts and figures, share tips and tell their stories.
Navigating Cancer
The Navigating Cancer website with its slogan “connecting you to your best care,” provides resources for a wide range of cancer.
Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy & Continence Canada (NSWOCC)
A registered charity and membership-based association for over 600 nurses specialized in the care of patients with challenges in wound, ostomy and continence and over 1,000 members overall.
Ostomy Canada Society
A non-profit organization dedicated to all people living with an ostomy, and their circles of support, helping them live life to the fullest through advocacy, awareness, collaboration and support.
Swedish Bladder Cancer Society
The Swedish “Blåscancerförbundet” aims to prevent, combat and mitigate the effects of bladder cancer as well as to improve care and the quality of life for people affected by bladder cancer.
World Bladder Cancer Patient Coalition
The World Bladder Cancer Patient Coalition is a global organization with a mission to: 1) Foster an international community of people affected by bladder cancer; 2) Advocate for access to the best possible bladder cancer information, support, and care; 3) Build alliances with health professionals, policy makers, academics, researchers, and industry.