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About Cancer

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How to Find Cancer Resources You Can Trust

Tips to evaluate the source and credibility of cancer and other health information you find in print or online.
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FORTE Study

The FORTE study will help determine the best timing for a repeat colonoscopy.

Biomarker Testing for Cancer Treatment

Biomarker testing may help you and your doctor choose a cancer treatment for you.

Your Guide to Cancer

Cancer Basics

Newly Diagnosed

Treatment

Learn more about treatment

Coping with Cancer

Supportive information on managing the physical and emotional effects of cancer and treatment for both patients and caregivers.

Advanced Cancer

Information to help with talking about and coping with advanced cancer, making choices about care, and planning for the end of life.

Managing Cancer Care

Information on choosing a doctor or treatment facility, home care, financial help, insurance coverage, end-of-life planning, and resources to help you avoid scams.

Randomization in Clinical Trials

Learn how researchers randomly assign clinical trial participants to different treatment groups in order to prevent bias in the results.