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Bookmark or Share- About Cancer - NCI - National Cancer InstituteInformation from the National Cancer Institute about cancer treatment, prevention, screening, genetics, causes, and how to cope with cancer.
- Breast Cancer—Patient Version - NCI - National Cancer InstituteBreast cancer is the second most common cancer in women after skin cancer. Mammograms can detect breast cancer early, possibly before it has spread. Start here to find information on breast cancer treatment, causes and prevention, screening, research, and statistics.
- About NCI - Overview and Mission - NCI - National Cancer InstituteThe National Cancer Institute (NCI) is the federal government's principal agency for cancer research and training. Our team of approximately 3,500 is part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), one of 11 agencies that make up the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).
- What Is Cancer? - NCI - National Cancer InstituteCancer is a disease caused when cells divide uncontrollably and spread into surrounding tissues. Cancer is caused by changes to DNA. Most cancer-causing DNA changes occur in sections of DNA called genes. These changes are also called genetic changes.
- Find an NCI-Designated Cancer Center - NCI - National Cancer InstituteNCI-Designated Cancer Centers deliver cutting-edge cancer treatments to patients in communities across the United States. Find a center near you and learn about its specific research capabilities, programs, and initiatives.
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