About Cancer

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After a Diagnosis

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Knowing what to expect can help you approach your diagnosis with confidence or support a loved one with cancer.

Treatment

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Understanding your treatment options, including clinical trials, can help you make informed decisions and feel more in control.

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Advances in Prostate Cancer Research

Clinical advances, new research findings, and NCI programs that are leading to progress in finding and treating prostate cancer.

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