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Association for Molecular Pathology v. Myriad Genetics, Inc.
The Supreme Court ruled unanimously on June 13, 2013, that isolated human genes may not be patented. The opinion, written by Justice…

Journey Forward™ Program Is Finalist in the Crowds Care 4 Cancer Challenge
We are pleased to announce that Journey Forward's My Care Plan is one of three finalists in the Crowds Care 4 Cancer Challenge supported…
Shelley Fuld Nasso Joins NCCS as Director of Public Policy
Shelley Fuld Nasso has joined the National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship (NCCS) as Senior Director of Policy, with responsibility…
Can Human Genes Be Patented?
The Supreme Court considered the question, “Can human genes be patented?” when it heard oral arguments in the case of Association…
Announcements at the American Urological Association Address Screening and Management of Prostate Cancer
Several announcements at the American Urological Association (AUA) annual meeting addressed screening and management of prostate cancer.…
“Our Feel-Good War on Breast Cancer”
The New York Times Magazine of April 28, 2013, features a story by cancer survivor Peggy Orenstein entitled “Our Feel-Good War on…
Cancer Leadership Council Statement: Reform Medicare Payment for Patient-Focused Care
NCCS joined its colleagues in the Cancer Leadership Council in publishing a statement of principles to guide reform of Medicare payment…

