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Cancer Information Service

Agency: NATIONAL CANCER INSTITUTE

  • Description:

    Provides cancer-related information through phone or chat. Cancer information specialists can answer questions about cancer, assist with quitting smoking, but cannot address personal medical questions, make referrals, or give medical advice. Health concerns should be directed to a healthcare professional.

    • Phone:

    Email: nciinfo@nih.gov
    Website: www.cancer.gov

    Program Hours

  • Hours: Mon: 9am ET - 9pm ET; Tue: 9am ET - 9pm ET; Wed: 9am ET - 9pm ET; Thu: 9am ET - 9pm ET; Fri: 9am ET - 9pm ET; - (Website accessible Mon-Sun 24 hours)

    • Location(s)

    National Cancer Institue - Maryland

    • Accessibility: Potential access limitations—call for information
    • Address: 9609 Medical Center Drive, Bethesda, MD 20892

    Program Delivery

    • Eligibility: Open to all
    • Languages: English and Spanish
    • Application Process: Call or visit website for details
    • Program Fees: No fees
    • Required Documents: No documents required

      • Service Area

    • Defined Coverage Area: N/A