Under the auspices of the National Institute of Health, NCI publishes brochures which cover cancer prevention, early detection and patient education. Publications are free and can be ordered in English or Spanish by phone, fax or mail. It provides summaries of all NCI-funded clinical trials and some independent studies. The Cancer Information Service is a nationwide network of 19 regional offices supported by the National Cancer Institute. CIS provides information on the latest cancer treatments, clinical trials and community services for patients and their families.
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Free booklets on cancer can be ordered. This services is available 24 hours a day. A voice on the fax line instructs callers how to acquire the CancerFax Contents list. Fax printouts can then be ordered for either physicians or patients by code number. This service provides information via e-mail.