UBM Medica US Relaunches Cancer Network, Offering Improved Mobile and Tablet Access

NORWALK, Conn., Oct. 16, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- UBM Medica US today announced the relaunch of CancerNetwork.com – a leading online community and information resource for oncologists and cancer care professionals, and home of the journal ONCOLOGY.

Visitors will now have more flexibility with how and where they access the community. Whether via desktop computer, smartphone, or tablet device, the site will adapt to the device being used. In addition to improved accessibility, a cleaner design and more streamlined interface makes it simpler for healthcare professionals to find the information they need, when they need it – a key feature for busy practitioners whom often need information at the point of patient care.

"As the use of mobile and tablet technology continues to grow within the healthcare industry, we are happy to offer our audience a Cancer Network that is in-line with those technological advances and trends," said Cyndy Finnie, SVP Products & Operations, UBM Medica US. "With the site redesign and new layout, oncology professionals and advertisers will be met with an all-around better online experience."

With the new CancerNetwork.com, visitors will be able to:

• Quickly and easily access the site seamlessly from a desktop computer, iPhone, iPad, Android and other mobile and tablet devices
• Access interviews, video and podcasts right from the homepage via the multimedia feed
• Stay up-to-date on the latest developments in oncology through Cancer Network's coverage of the industry's leading conferences and meetings
• Read and comment on articles, blogs and reviews

To learn more visit: www.CancerNetwork.com

About UBM Medica US
Addressing today's healthcare information needs, UBM Medica US, delivers strategic, integrated communications solutions and comprehensive reach -- online, in print, and via custom programs. Improving the effectiveness of healthcare through information and education, UBM Medica US provides unbiased clinical, practical, and business information for physicians, providers, payers, and patients around the world. Through journals, magazines, websites, online communities, drug databases, digital events, and other valuable resources, UBM Medica US also delivers comprehensive communication solutions for the pharmaceutical and related industries. Websites include CancerNetwork.com, ConsultantLive.com, DiagnosticImaging.com, RheumatologyNetwork.com, OBGYN.net, PhysiciansPractice.com, PsychiatricTimes.com and SearchMedica.com. UBM Medica US is part of UBM Connect – which provides marketing services across a number of communities, the largest of which are healthcare, medical device design and advanced manufacturing. UBM Connect also includes UBM Studios, the global leader in interactive digital environments. UBM Connect is a UBM plc company. For more information, visit www.UBMMedicaUS.com.

About UBM plc
UBM plc is a global events-led marketing services and communications company.  We help businesses do business, bringing the world's buyers and sellers together at events and online, as well as producing and distributing news and specialist content.  Our 5,500 staff in more than 30 countries are organized into expert teams which serve commercial and professional communities, helping them to do business and their markets to work effectively and efficiently.

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UBM Medica US
Amy Erdman
VP, Marketing
203.523.7041
amy.erdman@ubm.com

SOURCE UBM Medica US; Cancer Network