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New Targeted Drugs Improve Survival in Advanced Prostate Cancer

Two experimental targeted drugs — radium–223 chloride and MDV3100 — helped some men with difficult–to–treat prostate cancer live longer compared to standard care, according to two international studies.

•	NCI Cancer Bulletin: new drugs for prostate cancer
•	Learn more about prostate cancer treatment
•	Targeted Cancer Therapies fact sheet

February 4, 2012, is World Cancer Day

Cancer is a disease that knows no boundaries. On World Cancer Day — and all year round — NCI supports global health research and unites with others in the fight against the global cancer epidemic.

•	Learn about World Cancer Day
•	Video: NCI's Center for Global Health
•	NCI Global Cancer Research Programs
•	NCI Center for Global Health

Recognizing the Role of Cancer Caregivers

Family members and friends often have major roles in giving care and support to cancer patients. Learn about resources that explain how to care for the patient and how to manage life as a caregiver.