The NCI Cancer Genetics Services
Directory on NCI's Web site Cancer.gov is a searchable collection
of information about professionals who provide services related to
cancer genetics
(http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/genetics/directory). These
services include cancer risk assessment, genetic counseling, and
genetic susceptibility testing. The professionals have applied to
be in the directory using an online application form and have met
basic criteria outlined on the form. There are currently 567
genetics professionals listed in the directory. Approximately 30
new professionals are added to the directory each year. The
directory has been collecting applications from 1996 through
February, 2011 when they were informed to discontinue until OMB
approval. The applicants are nurses, physicians, genetic
counselors, and other professionals who provide services related to
cancer genetics. The information collected on the application form
includes name, professional qualifications, practice locations, and
the area of specialization. The information is updated annually
using a Web-based update mailer that mirrors the application form.
The NCI Cancer Genetics Services Directory is a unique resource for
cancer patients and their families who are looking for information
about their family risk of cancer and genetic counseling.
Collecting applicant information and verifying it annually by using
the NCI Cancer Genetics Services Directory Application Form and
Web-based Update Mailer is important for providing this information
to the public and for keeping it current.
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that
the collection of information encompassed by this request complies
with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR
1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding
the proposed collection of information, that the certification
covers:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a
benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control
number;
If you are unable to certify compliance with any of
these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked
and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.