Helicobacter Pylori (H pylori) infection is a leading cause of stomach cancer.

Ask your doctor for an H. pylori test if you are experiencing prolonged and persistent symptoms like
stomach burning, loss of appetite, and nausea.

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Find your local Cancer Center

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Patient Resources for HDGC

Helpful resources for you and your caregivers to use through every step of your journey.

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Genetic Testing

Talk with a certified genetic counselor who can provide expert guidance on your testing options, all from the comfort of your home.

Resources for Patients and Caregivers

Explore our library of resources for diagnosis, treatment, advocacy, research, and emotional or financial support.

American Psychosocial Oncology Society (APOS)

APOS is the only multidisciplinary organization in the United States dedicated to researching and treating the psychosocial aspects of cancer.

Chemocare: Financial Assistance Programs for Chemotherapy Medications and Treatment

Unfortunately, the cost of these medications can be great. Insurance coverage of these medications- that is, who covers the costs of chemotherapy – is not always clear cut. For many patients the medications may be covered at least partially under their insurance company’s prescription plan. Others have no prescription coverage and the medications might be […]

Addenbrooke’s Hospital, Cambridge UK

Addenbrooke’s Hospital in Cambridge UK is a specialist centre for Hereditary Diffuse Gastric Cancer (HDGC). We have a Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) involved in the ongoing clinical and psychological care of individuals who have a family history of HDGC or who are CDH1 mutation positive. We have regular surgical and multidisciplinary team HDGC clinics where we […]

Faces of Stomach Cancer

Read the personal stories of others facing issues and challenges with stomach cancer that may be similar to your own.

Adriana Walsh

Adriana

In 2006, Adriana Walsh lost her father Steve to stomach cancer when she was just 13 years old. In 2009, she learned that she tested positive for the cdh1 mutation that took her father’s life. Her most recent endoscopy in August showed evidence of stomach cancer, so she took immediate action and had her entire […]

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What do you mean, the Other Brain?

Why don’t I feel normal? I know it’s still early, but I thought that once I started doing normal things – eating, working, going out – that I would feel like I was getting into my routine, into my life, back to normal. But I don’t, I feel uncomfortable and unsettled. I have been working […]

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