Embracing Diversity

Canadian Association of Nurses in Oncology (CANO)
Oncology and Cultural Resources in the Online Era

Information resources which can benefit both oncology patients and nurses are becoming increasingly common on the Internet. This paper introduces oncology nurses to this new and growing resource.

Abstract

Personal computers and the Internet are an ever growing social phenomenon. Recent estimates place the number of Internet enabled homes in Canada at 10%. With access charges ranging from $10-30 per month, it will not take too long for the number of Internet connected computers to rival microwaves or VCRs in Canadian homes. Patients and their families are getting connected — are Oncology nurses ready for the Online Era?

A wealth of information relating to oncology and culture exists on the Internet: Organizations such as the BC Cancer Agency and the Canadian Cancer Society have established Web Sites with information for patients and professionals. The School of Nursing, University of San Francisco sponsors an e-mail discussion group called GlobalRN: The Culture and Nursing Discussion List. Across the Pacific Rim, The National Cancer Center in Japan has an Internet Gopher Site with cancer information in both Japanese and English. The Internet contains information on tumour groups, radiation treatment, chemotherapy treatment, pain management, patient support groups, culture, etc.

This presentation will introduce participants to the Internet and how to use it. Topics will range from What is the Internet? to Getting Connected to Finding Information. Participants will be provided with a handout that includes the Internet addresses for all sites visited mentioned in the session. In addition, materials used or cited in the session will be made available on the World Wide Web for participants and others to explore after the Conference has ended.

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