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The National Cancer Institute

Learn More About the National Cancer Institute

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Updated July 01, 2010

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The National Cancer Institute (NCI) is a huge organization that is funded by the United States Government. It was begun in 1937 with the passage of the National Cancer Act.

Today, the NCI is one of the biggest and most important cancer-related organizations in the world with countless funded research, education, and awareness endeavors.

What Does the NCI Offer Men With Prostate Cancer?

The NCI's website provides a wealth of information that could be useful to men with prostate cancer.

The website includes a searchable database of clinical trials (some of which are open to enrollment), a massive amount of statistics and other information about prostate cancer, and links to more information.

The NCI also sponsors millions of dollars worth of prostate cancer related research each year around the United States.

Source:

National Cancer Institute website

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