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Susan G. Komen for the Cure; worldwide breast cancer advocacy

NCID 2011

16 - 18 May 2011

Published: 16 Jun 2011

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Liz Thompson - Susan G. Komen for the Cure, USA

Liz Thompson, President of the US breast cancer charity 'Susan G. Komen for The Cure' talks to ecancer at the 2011 National Cancer Institute Directors meeting, held in Lyon. Collaboration with various institutes is key to the charity's methods; in North and South America, and Africa alike. The charity provides funding for many clinical trials. Ms Thompson talks about the charity's methods and goals.

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