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Healthcare Reform Focus of New Harry and Louise Ads
Five prominent health organizations, including ACS CAN, have launched an ad campaign featuring TV couple Harry and Louise. The goal is to make healthcare reform a national priority.
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For Kids With Cancer, It’s Always Back-to-School Season
Back-to-school season comes just once a year, except for children with a serious, chronic illness like cancer. For them, repeated breaks for treatment can leave them feeling like they're always preparing to head back to the classroom.
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You Can Help Researchers Learn More About Cancer
The American Cancer Society is looking for half a million people to take part in a long-term study that could shed light on why cancer develops and how.
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Rising Global Cancer Rates Deserve Attention, Report Says
The world's health agencies need to pay more attention to the growing toll cancer takes in low- and middle-income countries, a new report from the Institute of Medicine says.
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Celebration on the Hill: A Party With a Purpose
Passionate cancer advocates are making their voices heard on Capitol Hill at Celebration on the Hill, a rally to encourage more federal funding for cancer research and programs.
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Survivors Come on Strong at Celebration on the Hill
Throngs of cancer survivors and advocates walked Relay For Life laps at Celebration on the Hill 2006. The event has brought thousands of these "Ambassadors" to Washington, DC.
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Hope Shines Brightly as Celebration on the Hill Ends
Closing hours of Celebration on the Hill rally in Washington, DC, brought a sea of lights and renewed commitment from participants.
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Thousands Rally to Draw Attention to Cancer Policy
Cancer advocates from across the US gather in Washington, DC, for Celebration on the Hill, a rally for cancer funding and other initiatives.
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Parents of Kids with Cancer Suffer Post-traumatic Stress
A study of the parents of children undergoing treatment for cancer finds that in most of the families, at least one of the parents has symptoms of post-traumatic stress.
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A Cancer Treatment in the Spice Cabinet?
A growing body of laboratory research suggests the spice turmeric has potent anticancer activity. Several human trials are underway to find out just how powerful it may be.
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