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The essential gene therapy resource for cancer researchers and clinicians. The Journal is published monthly, offering the latest developments in gene therapy for cancer. ... Details >
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Links to patient and health professionals information about genetics and gene testing related to cancer. These include a list of genetic cancer types; policies that regulate genetic testing; a search ... Details >
This directory lists professionals who provide services related to cancer genetics (cancer risk assessment, genetic counseling, genetic susceptibility testing, and others).... Details >
Cancer affects people of all racial and ethnic groups. An estimated 555,500 Americans are expected to die of the disease in 2002. While American Indian/Alaska Natives experience some of the lowest ra... Details >
Age-adjusted cancer incidence rates for Alaska Natives are similar to, if not higher than, those of other Americans. ... Details >
There are almost 2.5 million self-identifying American Indians/Alaska Natives in the United States.... Details >
The most common types of cancer among American Samoan women are cancers of the breast, uterus, lung, stomach, and ovary. ... Details >
Breast, colorectal, and lung cancers are the most commonly diagnosed cancer types among Asian American women.... Details >
Cancer incidence rates among Native Hawaiians are among the highest in the world, and are much higher than for any other ethnic group in Hawaii. ... Details >
Statistics are presented for both American Indian and Alaska Native women. A PDF containing more information is available.... Details >