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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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One-on-One Support

Reach out to us. You are not alone in this.

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Find your local Cancer Center

NCI-Designated Cancer Centers deliver cutting-edge cancer treatments to patients.

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.

National Cancer Institute

NCI-supported clinical trials are those sponsored or otherwise financially supported by NCI. See our guide, Steps to Find a Clinical Trial, to learn about options for finding trials not included in NCI’s collection.

American Cancer Society: Health Insurance and Financial Assistance For The Cancer Patient

If you donÕt have health insurance coverage, see our information on what kind of insurance or help you may be able to get. Health insurance is key if you or your child need cancer treatment. But there are also many indirect costs or other expenses when you or your child has cancer, along with their […]

NCCN (National Comprehensive Cancer Network) Guidelines for Patients – Stomach Cancer

A step-by-step patient and caregiver guide to stomach cancer care options likely to have the best results. Designed to help you discuss cancer treatment with your doctors, this guide is updated every year by medical experts worldwide. You can view and download the Patient Guidelines below.

Faces of Stomach Cancer

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

My Pink Genes

My Pink Genes

I chose the name “My Pink Genes” because, for one, pink is my favorite color, and for another, I was diagnosed with a highly aggressive form of stage 3a breast cancer in 2018 at 32 years of age (grade 3 invasive lobular carcinoma – pleomorphic type ER-, PR+, HER2- in cancer speak). Pink being the […]

Ed Mizerk

Ed Mizerk

My story begins in August of 2018. At 51 years old, I got my colonoscopy done. They found eight massive polyps, and most were precancerous. Since I was adopted and had no family medical history, the doctor suggested a genetic test. Since I was at my deductible, I thought, why not? The results did not […]

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