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People Affected by Cancer
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Featured News and Research
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New Initial Treatment Approved for Some Metastatic Prostate CancersEnzalutamide–talazoparib combo is approved to treat metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancers with certain gene alterations.
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Few People with Cancer Undergo Germline TestingRates of germline testing for inherited cancer gene mutations are rising but remain low.
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Loss of Y Chromosome Makes Bladder Cancer More AggressiveLosing the chromosome may also make tumors respond better to immunotherapy.
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NCI Equity and Inclusion Program
Learn how NCI will help end structural racism in biomedical research and why the program was launched.
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Charting New Courses: Cancer Moonshot Progress Video Series
Our Organization
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Senior LeadersInformation about NCI Director Monica M. Bertagnolli, M.D., and other senior NCI leaders.
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NCI Divisions, Offices, and CentersNCI has 30 divisions, offices, and centers who work together to build, maintain, and enhance a cohesive and comprehensive cancer research agenda.
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