Support for patients with cancer

Receiving a diagnosis of cancer can be absolutely devastating for patients.

It often leads to anxiety and fear, as well as feelings of isolation and depression. Cancer.Net Mobile by ASCO is a useful, oncologist-approved resource that provides up-to-date information on 120 types of cancers and where to get support.

Key Features: This app provides practical and relevant information for cancer patients (and caregivers). It enables users to store questions to be asked at their next doctor’s appointment. Information about the patient’s medications can be stored; and patients are able to document their symptoms and treatment side effects.

APP: Cancer.Net Mobile
Cost: Free
Compatibility: iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, Android
Requirements: iOS 3.2 or later

The verdict: 3 out of 4 stars