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The Many Shades of Survivorship

February 16, 2010/in Cancer News Health Equity NCCS News /by actualize

A recent article in CURE magazine, “The Many Shades of Survivorship,” takes a look at health disparities in cancer education and care across the country and addresses what some groups and communities have done to address cultural issues and provide support.

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