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Office of Cancer Information Products and Systems

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6116 Executive Boulevard
Rockville, MD 20852

301-496-9096 (Voice),
301-402-5874 (FAX),
800-624-2511 (FAX),
800-332-8615 (Voice - TTY),

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Abstract

The Office of Cancer Information Products and Services manages the production of evidence-based information summaries on cancer topics including treatment, screening, prevention, genetics, supportive care and complementary and alternative medicine for patients, health professionals and the public; manages an international cancer clinical trials information database for the NCI to help patients, health professionals, researchers, and the public locate clinical trials of interest, especially those supported by NCI; tests, analyzes, and evaluates content, information formats and dissemination methods to determine user needs, satisfaction and information gaps that should be addressed; develops, maintains and disseminates cancer information including peer-reviewed summaries, clinical trials and other NCI information through a variety of dissemination methods including the web, fax, email, wireless, and partnerships with organizations that license NCI information; develops and maintains computer systems and a communications infrastructure to produce NCI databases such as PDQ and CANCERLIT; and evaluates feasibility of applying new technologies to develop, enhance, maintain and deliver NCI information.

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Notes

Public Law 92-218, National Cancer Act of 1971.

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Date Entered: 3/1/1998
Date Edited: 10/1/2004
Date Revised: 1/25/2002
Health Referral Number: HR0011
Accession Number: DP91A0031
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