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A guide to coping with gynecological cancer 
Shares the experiences and feelings of women with gynecological cancers such as cancer of the cervix, ovaries, uterus, fallopian tubes, vagina, labia, or vulva. Subjects discussed include diagnosis, how to cope, getting support, and practical advice.
Source: Willow Breast Cancer Support Canada
A tale of 5 breast health events: a lesbian and bisexual women's breast health project, our stories and how to do it yourself   PDF
Presents a manual for developing a peer education program around breast health and breast cancer issues for lesbian and bisexual women. Link requires PDF reader.
Source: Sherbourne Health Centre
Abnormal Pap tests 
Explains what a Pap test is and what a colposcopy is. Lists the risk factors for cervical cancer. Outlines treatment choices available to women with abnormal Pap test results.
Source: Peel Public Health
Abnormal Pap tests  
Explains what abnormal Pap test results mean. Describes what kind of care or treatment may be required following an abnormal test result.
Source: Canadian Women's Health Network (CWHN)
Abortion and breast cancer 
Provides the Canadian Cancer Society's perspective on rumours that suggest having an abortion or miscarriage will increase the risk of breast cancer.
Source: Canadian Cancer Society (CCS)
Busting out: breast health for lesbian & bisexual women   PDF
Raises understanding and awareness of breast health for lesbian and bisexual women. Discusses breast screening and risk factors for breast cancer. Link requires PDF reader.
Source: Sherbourne Health Centre
Cancer in pregnancy 
Contains articles on specific cancers during pregnancy, radiation and chemotherapy, complications, and fetal consequences. Includes an online consultative forum for clinicians and medical researchers.
Source: Motherisk
International resource  Sexuality after cancer treatment: what men can expect 
Discusses the causes of erectile dysfunction and other changes in sexual functioning following treatment for different types of cancers. Outlines treatment options to address these concerns.
Source: Mayo Clinic
From: International resource
Cervical cancer program 
Presents a list of risk factors that can increase the chances of cervical cancer. Outlines federal government initiatives on cervical cancer issues and provides links to publications.
Source: Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC)
Cervical cancer: screening hard-to-reach groups  PDF
Suggests recruitment strategies for reaching under-screened groups such as elderly, Aboriginal, poor, and immigrant women. Summarizes the role of primary care providers in promoting regular screening for women in their practices. Includes references. Link requires PDF reader.
Source: Canadian Medical Association (CMA)
From: CMAJ
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