Cancer Institute of New Jersey joins other institutions in recognizing National Library Week

Apr 15 2013

The Cancer Institute of New Jersey joins communities, schools and other institutions across the nation in recognizing National Library Week (April 14 - 20). Sponsored by the American Library Association, this celebration aims to remind everyone that libraries serve as knowledge centers and a readily-available resource for all.

The Cancer Institute of New Jersey houses its own library known as the Resource and Learning Center (RLC), which provides a source of comfort and information for many patients and family members unfamiliar with the many aspects of cancer. Here, educational materials such as books (for both children and adults), health magazines, videos, DVDs, and CD-ROMs can be accessed to provide information on a variety of cancer topics, such as prevention, treatment, research, and nutrition. Information in the library's database is also accessible through the center's website: www.cinj.org/rlc. Keeping up with the latest technology, the RLC contains Apple iPads and Barnes & Noble NOOK™ electronic readers in its information arsenal, allowing users additional outlets for both education and entertainment.

While the RLC welcomes patients and loved ones, this year's national theme of "Communities Matter @ Your Library" is a reminder that the RLC is also open to members of the general public.

SOURCE The Cancer Institute of New Jersey