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Infection causes 1 in 6 cancers worldwide

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One in six cancers worldwide is caused by preventable or treatable infections, a new study finds. Infections cause about 2 million cancer cases a year, and 80 percent of those cases occur in less developed areas of the world, according to the study, which was published online May 8 in The Lancet Oncology. Of the […]

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It takes a team to Breakaway from Cancer

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What an incredible tour it’s been for us! We’ve had the opportunity to meet some really amazing survivors, caregivers and loved ones, and hear many inspiring stories of survivorship along the way. It truly does take a team to Breakaway from Cancer – and NCCS is privileged to be a part of Amgen’s initiative to connect […]

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Comments on Medication Adherence to Office of Surgeon General

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Department of Health and Human Services Office of the Surgeon General Room 710-H 200 Independence Avenue, SW Washington, DC 20201 Filed via email at medadhere@hhs.gov The National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship (NCCS) is dedicated to improving access to quality cancer care. NCCS provides educational tools and materials to assist cancer survivors in the management of […]

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Four Californians selected as Breakaway from Cancer Champions to be honored during Amgen Tour of California

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Four individuals who have made a difference for others affected by cancer in their communities have been selected as Breakaway from Cancer® Champions. They will be honored at the seventh consecutive edition of the Amgen Tour of California as part of Amgen’s Breakaway from Cancer initiative. The Amgen Tour of California is America’s largest and […]

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