Member associations’ advice servicesThe Cancer Society’s member associations provide advice on a one-to-one basis by appointment or by phone. The member associations’ offices are located throughout Finland. The range of services they provide varies. Regional cancer associations help patients with acquiring and using various assistive devices, such as breast forms (prostheses), checking moles on the skin, and giving genetic counselling on cancer. Nurses also carry out health promotion and give advice on such things as following a health lifestyle. Member associations’ advice services (in Finnish)(opens in a new window) Regional cancer associations(opens in a new window) Patient organisations National patient organisations provide information and support to cancer patients and their loved ones, as well as to anyone concerned about cancer. National patient organisations(opens in a new window)
