

Author: Shedivy Joan M
Publisher: Emerald Group Publishing Ltd
ISSN: 0090-7324
Source: Reference Services Review, Vol.25, Iss.2, 1997-01, pp. : 17-32
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Abstract
In this bibliography, Shedivy includes selected Internet resources for four different audiences interested in cancer. Researchers will find sites for searching the CANCERLIT and Medline databases as well as how to apply for specific research grants, obtain human tissue for their studies, and contact fellow oncology experts. Health care professionals can search for related articles and find up-to-date cancer descriptions with standard therapy protocols plus documents they can use in patient education. Patients and their families can learn how to research specific cancers and can read documents on screening, detection, diagnosis, treatment, and more. The general public can access a wealth of highly readable factual information.
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