Online Communities
Connect with others who understand what you're going through — curated by Dan Gardner, MD.
A community for cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers to connect and share experiences.
csn.cancer.orgConnect with others managing diabetes — share tips, ask questions, and find support.
community.diabetes.orgA large collection of online support communities focused on cancer and related conditions.
acor.orgFree service that facilitates communication between friends and loved ones during a healthcare event.
careflash.comSocial network of support communities serving hundreds of thousands of registered users across many conditions.
dailystrength.orgA place to join discussions, share stories, and find people who understand your health journey.
everydayhealth.comA patient collaboration site connecting people with similar health conditions to share and support one another.
inspire.comCreate support communities and coordinate volunteers to help a friend or family member in need.
lotsahelpinghands.comA health-related social network with support groups for hundreds of medical conditions.
mdjunction.comPatient and expert-generated content on specific conditions, with tools to track health and connect with others.
medhelp.orgTools for patients to track their treatments, status, and outcomes — and connect with similar patients.
patientslikeme.comMental health social network and forums — peer support for depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and more.
forums.psychcentral.comA healing community for parents and children facing serious illness, offering compassionate support and resources.
sophiasgarden.orgAn active community for people touched by diabetes — sharing experiences, tips, and mutual support.
tudiabetes.orgThese resources are provided for informational purposes only. Dan Gardner, MD does not guarantee the accuracy or availability of these external sites. Online communities are not a substitute for professional medical care. See the Disclaimer for full details.