The constant news about the coronavirus can be worrying, especially for people with cancer and their families. Cancer and its treatment can lower your ability to fight infection. We have therefore put together information and resources about the coronavirus in general and especially for cancer patients, including specific (though very limited) information for sarcoma and GIST patients.
COVID-19 figures and statistics:
- World Health Organisation (WHO) Situation Reports
- European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) Situation Update
- Johns Hopkins University COVID-19 Global Dashboard (includes Recoveries)
COVID-19 and cancer: Resources provided by medical societies
- ASCO Coronavirus Resources
- European Cancer Organisation (ECCO) resources list
- European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO) resources list
Further patient information:
- ASCO COVID-19 Patient Care Information
- Cancer.Net: Common Questions About COVID-19 and Cancer: Answers for Patients and Survivors
Sarcoma- and GIST-specific information:
- ESMO-EURACAN management and treatment adapted recommendations in the COVID-19 era: Sarcomas
- Sarcoma Alliance: Webinar "Sarcoma & COVID-19: Your Questions Answered"
- Sarcoma Foundation of America: Webinar “Sarcoma & Coronavirus: Your Questions Answered”
- Blog by Dr. Breelyn Wilky “cancer vs. coronavirus”
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WECAN resources
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