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=== BEACON Wiki Resources Explained for Stakeholders === 

The BEACON Wiki is designed to support our diverse community of stakeholders by providing targeted resources. Here's a quick guide to help you find the resources most relevant to your needs.

==== For Patients: ====

<u>Patient Guides:</u> Easy-to-understand guides offering insights into treatments, navigating care systems, and supporting your journey through cancer care.

<u>Patient Associations:</u> Links to organizations where you can find emotional support, advocacy groups, and community services tailored for cancer patients.

<u>Hospital Patient Resources:</u> Specific information about the services and support available in hospitals, including patient care, treatment availability, acessibility resources, support programs, among others.

<u>Hospital Facilities:</u> Details on hospital amenities, from inpatient care facilities to recreational areas, ensuring you know what to expect during your stay or visit.

<u>Councils:</u> Information on patient councils and advisory boards you can join or consult to share your experiences and help shape cancer care policies.

<u>Courses:</u> Educational programs and workshops designed to empower patients with knowledge about their health, treatments, and ways to manage their well-being.

<u>Clinical Trial Availability:</u> Information on current clinical trials available at specific hospitals, giving patients access to the latest treatment options and research opportunities.

==== For Providers: ====

<u>Educational Programs:</u> Offers access to a wide range of educational opportunities for both doctors and nurses, from courses, online education, and nursing courses to comprehensive PhD and graduate programs, designed to support continuous learning and specialization in oncology. This includes internships and residency programs for hands-on experience and in-depth training.

<u>Clinical Practice Guidelines:</u> Comprehensive guidelines to inform evidence-based practice, treatment protocols, and patient management strategies.

<u>Expert Consultation:</u> Pages linking to the profiles of experts in various oncological disciplines within hospitals, facilitating second opinions and specialist consultations.

<u>Clinical Trials:</u> Up-to-date information on ongoing and upcoming clinical trials, including eligibility criteria and application processes, to engage in cutting-edge research.

<u>Volunteering:</u> Opportunities for providers to contribute to community outreach, patient education, and research projects, enhancing the overall impact of cancer care.

==== For Researchers: ====

<u>Administrative/Claims Data:</u> Offers insights into healthcare utilization, costs, and outcomes, supporting health services research.

<u>Registries:</u> Access to cancer registries for epidemiological studies, tracking cancer incidence, treatment outcomes, and survivorship.

<u>Biobanks:</u> Information on biological repositories that store and manage biospecimens, crucial for biomedical research.

<u>Surveys:</u> Datasets from surveys on patient experiences, quality of life, and treatment satisfaction, providing valuable patient-reported outcomes.

<u>Clinical Trial Databases:</u> Comprehensive databases of trials, facilitating research on novel treatments and interventions.

<u>Trials:</u> Up-to-date information on ongoing and upcoming clinical trials, including eligibility criteria and application processes, to engage in cutting-edge research.

==== For Policymakers: ====

<u>Policymaking Initiatives:</u> Information on current initiatives and programs aimed at improving cancer care, prevention, and research, offering insights into effective policy development.

<u>Legislation:</u> Updates on existing and proposed legislation related to cancer care, research funding, patient rights, and healthcare policies, ensuring policymakers are informed about legal frameworks and regulatory environments.

<u>Reports:</u> Access to comprehensive reports on cancer research, treatment outcomes, healthcare systems, and patient care, providing evidence and data to guide policy decisions.

<u>Data Tools:</u> Tools for accessible data visualization, enabling policymakers to analyze cancer care trends, outcomes, and disparities across the EU, facilitating informed decision-making.