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CURE

Spring 2012
Volume11
Issue 1

National Conference on Work and Cancer

Author(s):

Jon Garinn

National conference focuses on balancing work and cancer treatment.

Experts in employment issues will discuss legal matters, health insurance, career counseling and more at the second annual National Conference on Work and Cancer, June 22 in New York City. Sponsored by Cancer and Careers, the conference will give attendees an opportunity to get answers to their most pressing questions about balancing work and treatment. For details, visit cancerandcareers.org.

Articles in this issue
The Search for Environmental Carcinogens
Advances in Bladder Cancer Treatment Around the Corner
Finding Reliable Cancer Information Online
Stressed During Cancer Treatment? Try Meditating
For Some, Genetic Counseling Is a Lifelong Necessity
Honest Discussions Can Help Ease Kids' Anxiety About Cancer
Despite Advances, More Work is Needed in Bladder Cancer
Comments from Readers
Dealing with Breakthrough Cancer Pain
Drug Shortage Crisis Averted, for Now
Jury Still Out on Vitamin C's Effect on Cancer
The Power of Positive Thinking
True Breast Cancer Prevention Requires Looking at Environmental Chemicals
Treatments in the Pipeline
Healthcare Law Requires Clinical Trial Coverage
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