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UV radiation from the sun, sunlamps, and tanning booths causes damage that can lead to skin cancer.
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Advances in Bladder Cancer Research

Clinical advances, new research findings, and NCI programs that are leading to progress in treating bladder cancer.
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Everyone has a role to play in the fight against cancer. Learn more and get involved.

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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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Stay current on the latest cancer research news, updates on NCI programs, and more.
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NCI offers free information on cancer topics in English and Spanish. Get live help at 1-800-4-CANCER.

The Power of Improved Data Sharing - Childhood Cancer Data Initiative

The Childhood Cancer Data Initiative (CCDI) is working to improve how data is generated, connected, and shared in order to make faster progress in childhood cancer. Learn more about some of CCDI's ongoing activities. 

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