Queens Library HealthLink and Cancer Action Councils

Queens Library in Queens, NY

About

The library is partnering with the Queens Cancer Center, the American Cancer Society of Queens and Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center to bring cancer information, screenings and treatment referrals to medically underserved communities in Queens. The project, called Queens Library HealthLink, is funded through a five-year grant from the National Cancer Institute and the National Institute of Health.

Awards Won

Title Year
Marshall Cavendish Excellence In Library Programming Award
An annual award consisting of $2,000 and a citation of achievement recognizes either a school or public library which demonstrates excellence in library programming by providing programs which have community impact and respond to community needs.
2010 - Recipient(s)