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Researching Cancer

Whether you're interested in researching a cancer diagnosis, or wondering about advances in cancer research, there's information for you here

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A cancer diagnosis brings with it anxiety -- anxiety that can often be alleviated with information. Whether the need is to understand a current diagnosis, learn about different treatment options, or keep track of advancements in cancer research, the articles listed below are intended to help you get started.

Believing in Hope:
U-M researchers work to shed light on the grim world of pancreatic cancer

Surfing for Answers:
Our medical librarian selects best online cancer resources so you don't have to

Bounty of the Mediterranean: U-M researcher examines diet's potential for preventing cancer

Color of Cancer
U-M Comprehensive Cancer Center works to eliminate racial, ethnic health disparities

An Introduction to Clinical Trials
What is a clinical trial? Why should you get involved? Answers are here

Cancer's Stem Cell Revolution
Our researchers believe stem cells may be the key to curing cancer -- learn more about what stem cells are and why they give researchers so much hope.

Surfing the Flood
How to find the best cancer information for you

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This article appeared as part of the Summer, 2007 issue of Thrive. View the issue - note: opens as a .pdf document

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