What is a Cancer Information Service (CIS)?
A Cancer Information Services offers information about cancer and support services to cancer patients, their family and friends, the public and healthcare professionals. Trained information specialists provide one-on-one interaction by telephone, email, internet chat, or in person. The service is free and confidential.

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What is the International CIS Group?
Established in 1996, the International Cancer Information Service Group (ICISG) is a worldwide network of more than 45 organizations that deliver cancer information. Members share information and expertise and assist groups interested in starting a CIS program.

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How to start and manage a CIS – UICC World Cancer Congress 2008
The ICISG is offering a pre-congress workshop on August 27, 2008, from 9am – 5pm. The workshop is for those who are starting a cancer information service or who want to enhance their existing CIS. Attendance is limited to 50 participants.
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What you need to know to start a CIS
The ICISG has developed a CIS tool box for program operations that will help you start a cancer information service in your country. Become a member and register now (no cost).