The advances made in cancer risk reduction and treatment during the past 20 years have brought hope to many people. Fortunately, the number of people keeping pace with this progress has increased as well. People are becoming more interested in learning as much as they can about the disease: how to reduce risk, how to detect it and what treatments are available.

Saint Louis University Hospital’s strong commitment to research places it among those at the forefront of developing new cancer treatments. But the hospital also believes education is key to risk reduction and surviving cancer. For this reason, its Cancer Information Center is dedicated to providing people like you – patients and their families, friends and caregivers – with the resources you need to make informed, well-thought-out decisions about cancer care and treatment.

RESOURCES AVAILABLE TO YOU
Saint Louis University Hospital’s Cancer Information Center, staffed by specialists trained in cancer education, provides you with information and support in several ways. Available through the Center are:
- Brochures, articles and other written material
- Computer searches
- Video on specific types of cancer as well as on cancer detection
  and risk reduction
- Anatomical models to help you understand the physical aspects of
  the disease
- A Speakers Bureau for organizations and schools wanting
  presentations on general cancer risk reduction and awareness of
  the detection and treatment of particular cancers
- A facilitator to conduct a seven-week quit smoking program
  developed by the American Lung Association

Each of these resources may be accessed by visiting the Cancer Information Center located on the 11th floor of Desloge Tower or by calling (314) 577-8833.