The University of Michigan Cancer Center launched MCancerTalk.org, which includes forums for those impacted by cancer as well as tips and articles from U-M cancer specialists, officials announced this week.

Posing a question online at the forum will prompt a response from an oncology nurse, U-M physician or other cancer care provider, according to a news release.

The University of Michigan Cancer Center has created mCancertalk.org, a new place for cancer patients, caregivers and survivors to learn and find support online.

The site is open to anyone affected by cancer, not just those treated at U-M. Online membership is free and can remain anonymous. U-M Cancer Center staff will moderate discussion forums.

Along with the blog, the center launched a Twitter feed, @UMCancerCenter, to share information on coping with cancer, cancer research and events. Members can also opt to receive e-mail updates from the blog.

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