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International Cancer Information Service Group

(ICISG)

Established in 1996, the ICISG is a worldwide network of more than 70 organizations that deliver cancer information.  Members share information and expertise and assist organizations interested in starting or enhancing a Cancer Information Service (CIS). ICISG uses this website as a primary communication vehicle to provide information on how to offer cancer information services and resources to support the growth of CIS programs globally.  

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Value of a CIS

Use of a Cancer Information Service (CIS) can result in reduced worry, extend support repertoires and enable use of new knowledge and language as a tool to getting the most from the healthcare team. The positioning of a CIS alongside cancer treatment services aids fuller integration of supportive care, benefiting both patients and clinicians. Learn more here.

Cancer Information & Support Qualitative Study

 

News & Best Practices

Each month we feature News or Best Practices developed by a member CIS, including suggestions and resources to assist other organizations who may be interested in adopting the practice.

News from: German Cancer Research Center

Ask the Patients-Participation in Cancer Research

 

 

Featured Resource

Given current events where most CIS are impacted by the global pandemic, now is a great time to review your quality assurance and evaluation program.  CIS ensure that their service delivery is continuously monitored to assure quality service and is evaluated against CIS goals and objectives for service delivery. This month's featured resource is provided by Cancer Council Victoria.

Cancer Information and Support Interaction Review (CISIR) Tool

Check out our CIS Toolbox for additional support resources.

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