This publication provides a brief statistical portrait of the information and support given to people treated for cancer when diagnosis and treatment are announced, in the Chaudière-Appalaches region. It also provides an overview of the lifestyle changes made by these individuals after diagnosis. This portrait is based on these patients’ experiences as reported in the 2008 Survey on the Quality of Services in the Fight Against Cancer, for services received between April 1, 2005 and March 31, 2006.