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Information Guide

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All listed materials can be found at the Patient Education Resource Center (PERC) of the University of Michigan Comprehensive Cancer Center in room B1-361.

Last updated 1/09

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Books

McClay, Edward; McClay, Mary-Eileen T.; Smith, Jodie. 100 Questions & Answers about Melanoma and Other Skin Cancers. Boston, MA: Jones and Bartlett, 2004.

Web Resources

Merkel Cell Carcinoma
A site for patients, families and professionals with news and information about Merkel Cell Carcinoma.

Multidisciplinary Merkel Cell Carcinoma Program at the University of Michigan

Merkel Cell Carcinoma overview on the Mayo Clinic Site

A concise overview covering the diagnosis and treatment of Merkel Cell Carcinoma.

Skin Cancer Home Page on cancer.gov

  • Go to the National Cancer Institute site
  • Under the heading "All Cancer Types" Click on: "A-Z List of Cancers"
  • Select "Merkel Cell Carcinoma" from the list

All About Skin Cancer - Basal and Squamous Cell

  • Go to the American Cancer Society site
  • Click on "Choose a cancer topic"
  • Select: "Skin Cancer - Basal and Squamous Cell" from the list and click "Go"
  • Click on: "All About Skin Cancer - Basal and Squamous Cell"

  • This overview includes a description of Merkel Cell Carcinoma and its treatment.

Email Groups (Listservs)

Merkel Cell Cancer Group is an email discussion group for Merkel cell carcinoma patients and families, hosted by the Association of Cancer Online Resources (ACOR).

This list does not constitute an endorsement of the information contained in the resources. It is provided for educational purposes only and are not intended for nor engaged in rendering medical advice or professional services. The information provided through this list and its links should not be used for diagnosing or treating a health problem or a disease. It is not a substitute for professional care.

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