CancerSociety.com is an effective tool for patients, families, physicians, healthcare professionals, and educators to gather information, discuss topics of interest with one another and find necessary resources in a fast, effective and accurate manner. Our award-winning site includes:

• The Latest Cancer Information and News
• The Best Possible Treatment Options
• Cancer Detection & Prevention
• Online Support Groups with over 16,000 members
• Opportunity to discuss matters of concern with one of our healthcare providers confidentially in our “Ask the Doctor” section
• A private area to remember the memory of a loved one
• Sections specially created for children & teens
• Cancer Awareness Products

Long Island Cancer Alliance is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization founded in 1996 with a mission to differentiate itself from the larger cancer organizations by focusing on the people…the victims, survivors, sons, daughters, mothers and fathers.

Losing both parents to cancer, David Merlob founded the Long Island Cancer Alliance with a conviction to reach out to all those living with this insidious disease. The Alliance is committed to identifying and serving the needs of all individuals impacted by cancer.

The Long Island Cancer Alliance is a grass roots organization funded strictly by private donors like you. The volunteer staff is committed to helping all people fight this disease. Unlike the larger cancer organizations, there are no salaries and huge administrative costs to pay, which enables us to give more back to the community.

Our Services include:

• Unique programs for children and teens
• Critical Medical Information
• Personalized Guidance
• Health Care Referrals & Managed Care Options
• Support groups for the Individual & Family
• Educational & Outreach programs
• Wig Bank For Women with Breast Cancer

…And much more with compassion and an understanding of urgency.

We are able to provide our services through a number of channels including our:

• Website: www. CancerSociety.com
• Toll Free Hotline: 1- 877- 54 CANCER
• Out-Reach Programs

877- 54 CANCER is toll free and open Monday through Thursday 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM, Friday 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM and Saturday 8:00 AM to 1:00PM. When you call, you are connected to a live operator, not a recording. We feel that people in need should not be forced to listen to recordings and annoying teleprompts, but rather a caring, compassionate person to assist you during a difficult time.

Out-Reach Programs

The Long Island Cancer Alliance spends time out in the communities educating people on the dangers of Smoking, Cancer Detection & Prevention. We partner with local hospitals, large and small businesses, and local schools to raise awareness and identify the needs of our families.

 Feeling Good on the Water Program

This program was established with the idea that children and their families who have cancer can spend the day boating and fishing, forgetting about their disease and just having fun. In addition, research studies have found that boating can lessen the side effects of chemotherapy as well as help in the healing process. Celebrities such as Billy Joel have participated in our “Feeling Good on the Water Program”.

Research

Understanding the importance of research, the Long Island Cancer Alliance has partnered with Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center as a Corporate Cancer Research Sponsor. MSKCC is a leader in cancer research and we are able to provide much needed funding to further their endeavors. Our dedicated support to research plays an important role in our steadfast efforts to prevent, control, and ultimately cure cancer in the future.

In The Media

Our success and accomplishments have been widely recognized. The Long Island Cancer Alliance has been featured in: