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RESOURCES FOR PATIENTS & SURVIVORS

When individuals join a team to respond to a call, a rescue situation or a mission, there is a strong bond between the responders driven by common interest and like minds. LEADERSHIP, COMMITMENT and UNITY are all powerful qualities that ensures the success of reaching the end goal- as is the case of all members of our F.A.C.E.S. national alliance. F.A.C.E.S. is a public collective of caregivers offering a wide variety of resources to all first responders in need of help. As HELP comes in many forms, we strive to continually build our catalog of materials, links, contacts and vital information that may provide relief and support to all our friends.

Our alliance has formulated what we consider the Partnership Action Plan comprised of relationships with notable members who are supporters of either CANCER care, FIREFIGHTERS support or resources that fulfill one or both interests. Together, we pursue a mission of solidarity providing care and support for responders in need. Our partners fall into one or more of the following categories:

- CASE NAVIGATION DOCUMENTS: Vital materials and forms for filing workers comp claims
- FINANCIAL SUPPORT: Sources of grants, financial support or donatable materials
- CANCER DIAGNOSTICS DIRECTORY: medical imaging groups, labs, programs, biopsies and screening solutions

- EDUCATION & CANCER NEWS: Reviews, News, reports on diagnostic care/treatment
- PROFESSIONAL SERVICES: Info and access to experts, health centers and diagnostic & therapeutic solutions
- CANCER ORGANIZATIONS:Charitable agencies, foundations, patient advocacy orgs
- FIREFIGHTER SUPPORT ORGS: Cancer/non-cancer related support foundations
- HELPFUL SERVICES, SUPPORT TOOLS & RESOURCES: Wellness services, Inspirational empowerment, procurement, financial vendors

We give SPECIAL THANKS to the contributors of the content in this catalog page. The source of each entry is represented by their designated icon:

Male Breast Cancer Coalition NY Cancer Resource Alliance-
First Responders Div		 The Angiofoundation Movember Foundation
Nancy's List            

WEBB CANCER CASE NAVIGATION PACKETS: (Free documents, forms & cancer materials)

  Assembled and produced by (ret) Captain Robert Webb of the Fort Worth Fire Department, this comprehensive catalog of pre-assembled documents and valuable materials are completely FREE TO DOWNLOAD. Each packet is compiled to assist patients with their physicians and their attorneys or ombudsman in their worker's comp claim case. It also shows the products of combustion that caused each cancer along with associated studies that validate the relationship between the cancer and products of combustion. Each packet is specific to the cancer indicated. (click to view all cancer packets)

 

SUPER FUNDING DIRECTORY LIST
The NY Cancer Resource Alliance and Tha F.A.C.E.S. Foundation have partnered with the following cancer directories to offer you their list of dedicated financial assistance sources. Each category ranges in their ability to help, from grants, scholarships, service and item donations, patient care, humanitarian care, food, living expenses, legal resources, medical assistance, retreats and transportation & travel.

  

SUPER RESOURCE FOR FUNDING: Visit NANCYSLIST.ORG'S FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE section for an up-to-date list of Nancy's massive directory of funding support resources. Or you can click on any of these cancers below if they apply to you:

BladderCancer Brain Cancer Breast Cancer Colon and Colorectal Cancer
Melanoma Lung Cancer Kidney Cancer Head, Neck and Oral Cancer
Mesothelioma Sarcoma Prostate Cancer Leukemia and Lymphoma
Ovarian Cancer Pancreatic Cancer Testicular Cancer Multiple Myeloma

You can also do a search @ Nancy's List according to SITUATION / CRITERIA or POPULATION

FINANCIAL SUPPORT & AGENCIES: (Grants, financial support and services)

  How to Qualify for Social Security Disability With Cancer. The SSA oversees two disability programs, Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) which is based on work history, and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) which is needs based.
  The Cancer Financial Assistance Coalition (CFAC) is a coalition of financial assistance organizations joining forces to help cancer patients experience better health and well-being by limiting financial challenges, through: Facilitating communication and collaboration among member organizations; Educating patients and providers about existing resources and linking to other organizations that can disseminate information about the collective resources of the member organizations; Advocating on behalf of cancer patients who continue to bear financial burdens associated with the costs of cancer treatment and care.
  As a nonprofit organization, funding depends on the sources of support we receive at any given time. If we do not currently have funding to assist you, our professional oncology social workers will always work to refer you to other financial assistance resources. In order to best learn which grants are available in your area, please contact our Hopeline: 800-813-4673.
    An independent Board of Directors oversees the HealthWell Foundation. The Board is composed of individuals in leadership positions within their respective areas of expertise who are considered national experts in their fields. Their thoughtful contributions guide the HealthWell Foundation to success and provide strong directives for continued growth and sustainability.
 

 

 

CANCER DIAGNOSTIC DIRECTORY (medical imaging groups, labs, programs, biopsies and screening solutions)

• ProstateScanNow
• DermalScanNYC
• Male Breast Cancer
• TeleMedScans

   Led by cancer imaging pioneer Robert Bard, Imaging Diagnostic Specialist (NYC), the ICDC is a united network of talented diagnostic experts (US) in the field of cancer care- collaborating on the most advanced technologies, protocols, strategies and therapies. This alliance supports national access to public education and direct imaging solutions- supporting the SECOND OPINION and the "GET CHECKED NOW!" program for firefighters. For 30+ years, Dr. Bard shares his research on all current treatment modalities and imaging innovations that are evident in shaping the world of medicine. Both his practice and his educational efforts primarily support NON-INVASIVE pursuits as he believes this is the key direction for clinical medicine.
  MYRIAD Genetics is dedicated to saving lives and improving the quality of life of patients worldwide through the discovery and commercialization of novel, transformative diagnostic products and services
  Revolutionizing the standard of care with next-generation, cell-free DNA testing- NATERA, Inc.is a clinical genetic testing company based in Austin, Texas that specializes in non-invasive, cell-free DNA testing technology, with a focus on women’s health, cancer, and organ health.
  https://grail.com
GRAIL is a healthcare company focused on saving lives and improving health by pioneering new technologies for early cancer detection. We have built a multi-disciplinary organization of scientists, engineers, and physicians and we are using the power of next-generation sequencing (NGS), population-scale clinical studies, and state-of-the-art computer science and data science to overcome one of medicine’s greatest challenges.
  https://ezra.com
EZRA detects cancer early using MRI and AI . Ezra gives you an advantage over cancer that lasts a lifetime. Ezra is a service designed to screen for early cancer and early disease, and is for individuals who want to be proactive with their health and get an advantage by looking inside their body. We do this with MRI to quickly and accurately look at your major organs (aside from the breasts, lungs and heart) from the top of your head to the base of your pelvis.
 

 

EDUCATION & CANCER NEWS (Prevention, Early Detection & Fighting Recurrence)

FightRecurrence.com   Insight-driven e-magazine on prevention. Keep cancer from coming back. Learn from priceless articles written by experts or survivors.
CranialScan.com   Report on the latest Non-Invasive imaging to identify mental disturbances using neurocranial scanning
ProstateScanNow.org   Articles, news and current info on one of the most common cancers in men- prostate cancer.
ImmunologyFirst.org   Today's survivors are attributing their success to Immunotherapy, bringing more patients into remission each day- instead of the "death sentence" that used to align with cancer.
MedTechReviews.com   Reports & reviews on cancer innovations like the CyberKnife System, Proton Therapy, Robotic surgical technologies and the latest in AI-Powered MRI systems - to name but a few.
Movember: Suicide Prevention Resource   Stronger social connections can reduce the risk of suicide. That means more men talking about stuff that really matters. Those conversations don’t always come easy, but we’re here to help.
Movember: Testicular Cancer Resource   The best thing you can do for your nuts is to give them a feel every month or so – get to know what’s normal for you. That way, if anything changes you can act on it.
Movember: Prostate Cancer Resource   Across the country, there are more than 3 million men living with and beyond the disease. Many are dealing with serious side effects from treatment. IT DOESN’T HAVE TO BE LIKE THIS. SO WE’RE TAKING ACTION.
ImmunologySmarts.com   Catalog of valuable info on Immunology by Dr. Jesse A. Stoff- expert in OncoImmunology. Shareable feature content carries of some of the most useful information about health, wellness, cancer topics and smart information about the immune system.
 

• 2021 Firefighters Cancer Awareness- Where are we now?

• Occupational Toxic Exposures from Burn Pits vs. Illnesses from the Fire Service

• Effects of Toxic Exposures Are Cumulative- Especially With Firefighters
 

 

CANCER CARE PROFESSIONALS ( experts, health centers and diagnostic & therapeutic solutions)
 
 

 

CANCER ORGS (501c3-Charitable agencies, foundations, patient advocacy orgs)

  American Cancer Society has a place where cancer patients and their caregivers can find help and hope when home is far away – an American Cancer Society Hope Lodge.
  Walk the Walk has been working for the last couple of years with a group of men from across the UK who have been diagnosed with breast cancer. The charity has created a downloadable poster, encouraging men to “Check your Chest”.
  The Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF) supports the largest male breast cancer registry study in the world through the collaborative efforts of international investigators from Europe (Breast International Group (BIG) and European Organization for Research and Treatment of Cancer (EORTC)), and the US ( North America Breast Cancer Group (NABCG) and Translational Breast Cancer Research Consortium (TBCRC)).
   
  The Basser Center for BRCA at Penn Medicine’s Abramson Cancer Center is the first and only comprehensive center solely dedicated to funding research across the globe, educating providers and patients, and advancing care for individuals with BRCA gene mutations.
   

• A Time to Heal Cancer Foundation
• Aaron Whitten NMD, Licensed Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine
• Abby A. Petty CCH, Homeopathic Healing and Wellness
• Abigail Levinson Marks PhD, Clinical Psychologist, Specialist in Family Illness and Loss

Visit Nancy’s List for her comprehensive A-Z global Directory of Integrative Practitioners and Healing Centers
 

 

 

 

HELPFUL SERVICES, SUPPORT TOOLS & RESOURCES: (Wellness services, Inspirational empowerment, procurement, financial vendors)

  Man Up to Cancer inspires men to connect and avoid isolation throughout our cancer journeys. We are changing what it means to “Man Up” in the face of cancer.
  Through the Inherited Cancer Registry (ICARE), we strive to disseminate emerging information focused on inherited cancers, while engaging both healthcare providers and patients in our efforts
  Certified LEAP Therapist (CLT)- Lori R. Lee is an award-winning Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and Functional Medicine Specialist and Certified Personal Trainer for the past 28 years.
  Life Insurance Buyers Inc. says Cancer patients have financial options that most people are not aware of. If you are suffering from cancer, a viatical settlement offers you a way to sell your life insurance policy for cash — to use for whatever you and your family need most: to replace lost income, to allow you to stay home from work, to pay medical bills, or to cover daily living expenses.
  MEDICAL ALERT SYSTEM: A guide about emerging assistive technologies for fall prevention. The CDC states falls among older adults are extremely common with an estimated 2.5 million older adults treated for fall injuries in the U.S. every year. An estimated 25,000 of those fall injuries result in death.
  Imerman Angels recognizes that each cancer and life situation is unique, their goal is to connect cancer fighters, survivors and caregivers with a “Mentor Angel” — a cancer survivor or caregiver who is as similar as possible in age, gender and most importantly, cancer experience. Mentor Angels give cancer fighters and caregivers the chance to ask personal questions and receive support from a peer who has been down the same road before. The service is absolutely free and helps anyone touched by any type of cancer, at any stage, at any age, living anywhere in the world.
  MedicineNet, Inc. – Owned and Operated by WebMD and part of the WebMD Network
MedicineNet is an online, healthcare media publishing company. We provide easy-to-read, in-depth, authoritative medical information for consumers via its robust, user-friendly, interactive website.
 
       

 

 

RESOURCE 1: MEDICAL DIAGNOSTIC CARE- THE FIRST RESPONDER CANCERSCAN PROGRAM

Our Medical Diagnostic Community provides diagnostic options targeting the most common health issues recorded from toxic exposure. Use of advanced sonogram technology out-performs MRI’s, X-Rays and CT-Scans and is a safe, non-invasive and radiation-free option to accurately gather real-time images of the inside of the body. It is used to find anomalies and help diagnose any injuries, tumors, cysts and infection while allowing the diagnostician the ability to zoom and ‘travel’ deep into the body for maximum exploration.

SCAN 1: For all new patients, it is recommended to start with a diagnostic imaging exam of the patient’s LUNGS, BLADDER, THYROID and LIVER to seek out any significant cysts and tumors. These are the more common organs that would show any telltale signs of any further issues in the body.

PROSTATE: The CDC has recorded Prostate Cancer as the second largest number of cancer cases in first responders. We offer a comprehensive prostate scan using advanced doppler technology to monitor and identify any cancerous issues that may pre-exist.

ADVANCED LUNG STUDY: Airborne toxins and carcinogens make their way throughout the body starting with the lungs. A more in-depth look at this area helps us identify any infections past or present from scarring or early stages of growths in the nearby airways. This can also be used as a preventative or early-detection procedure for possible future cases of Lung Cancer.

FULL SKIN DIAGNOSTICS: The CDC rated non-melanoma skin cancer (NMSC) as the most common tumor in exposure cases. Skin cancer rates are continuing to rise and the most deadly form (melanoma) may be ruled out by 3D Doppler histogram imaging and advanced optical diagnostics.

PREVENTION & DETECTION PROGRAM:
CANCER DIAGNOSTICS PROGRAM FOR FIRST RESPONDERS & SURVIVORS

Historical reports show significant cancer claims from emergency rescue units- especially FIREFIGHTERS. Where prior diagnoses may not identify dormant cancer strains, this program is attuned to search for and recognize markers from a thorough and comprehensive review with the use of advanced Histogram Analysis technology. Dr. Bard's program is also available for pinpointing a more accurate 'second view' of the behavior of pre-existing job related cancer cases (thyroid, kidney, prostate, lung, pancreatic, leukemia & multiple myeloma, etc.) and can recommend solutions that may confirm or invalidate prior reviews. Also, the BCD program is designed to providing a detailed analysis of many tumors, cysts or premalignant lesions that is complementary to most recognized biopsy reports without the invasive surgical procedure!

Another effective "weapon" in the battle against this epidemic is the Bard Cancer Diagnostic Program: From Advanced Cancer Scanning to the Non-Invasive "Digital Biopsy". Dr. Robert Bard, expert Cancer diagnostician and the Northeast’s expert in 4D Doppler Imaging has developed the POST 9/11 CANCER DIAGNOSTICS PROGRAM. His NYC-based facilities (Bard Cancer Diagnostic Imaging) are equipped with only the most advanced state-of-the-art technologies that often out-performs higher-priced MRI’s, CT-Scan’s and X-Rays while promising to deliver more affordable and accurate reports in REAL-TIME from a process that's ready in MINUTES. BCD is prepared to provide any first responder or survivor with advanced cancer screenings to search for impending cancers. Pre-cancerous symptoms that may arise as per the rising reported numbers of cancer cases are evaluated quickly, accurately and painlessly.

CANCER DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING) has isolated and scanned countless cases of cancers using the most advanced diagnostic imaging technologies worldwide. We provide early detection and real-time "digital biopsies" of many tumor types using 4D Doppler innovations bringing accuracy and expediency to the comprehensive report- within MINUTES. For our patients, this is a priceless advantage that cuts down the wait time, decreases travel (to multiple diagnostic centers) and reduces the insurmountable level of stress and intolerable problems of today’s increasing medical bureaucracy. Our technology outperforms the advantages of MRI, X-ray and CT scans by 20-to-1. We have an uncompromising system that’s unique to the health care profession whereby our combined experience and technical advancements are called upon by many university hospitals and private practices today.

NECK CANCER CASE
With the aid of 4D Doppler Technology, Dr. Bard can identify, detect and analyze many tumors from pre-malignant areas to advanced cancerous cases. The regular sonogram shows a malignant disorder (top) while the 4D scan (bottom) displays a mass filled with cancerous arteries and veins meaning this is highly aggressive requiring immediate attention.

MESOTHELIOMA CASE
Exposure to toxins may produce cancers in many organs. This patients chronic cough prompted a chest sonogram showing a pulmonary tumor that had produced malignant fluid partially collapsing the breathing volume but had not yet metastasized below the diaphragm. The liver, an early target of cancer seeding, was clearly seen to be untouched in the same sonogram study simply by moving the probe from the chest wall to the abdomen sparing our patient from extra testing and mental stress over the possible spread of disease.

CANCER SCARE-SAME PATIENT 6 MONTHS AFTER TREATMENT
Our mesothelioma patient (pictured above) had a minor injury and noticed a new lump under the small bruise. A 5 minute scan showed the discoloration was caused by minor blood vessel damage due to the underlying BENIGN fatty tumor.  Cysts and other non-malignant disorders can be distinguished from metastatic lymph nodes (glands) providing “real-time” relief of anxiety of cancer recurrence.
  MPR-TV reports on Advanced Cancer Doppler Imaging. Meet Dr. Robert L. Bard (award-winning cancer diagnostician and expert imaging specialist). Get the facts about occupational toxin exposure cases years after original exposure and how we continue research and treatment access for all sufferers through advanced technologies and the many available resources from this website.

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