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Reducing Cancer Health Disparities

Cancer does not discriminate, but minority and underserved communities often share an unequal burden of the disease. Through research, events, education, and training efforts, NCI and its partners can make inroads to reduce cancer health disparities.

•	View and share articles, videos and radio spots about minorities and cancer
•	Find disparities funding and training offered by NCI
•	Read a report about enhancing workforce diversity

Graph shows declines in cancer death rates since the early 1990s

Report to the Nation Shows Declines in Cancer Death Rates Since the Early 1990s

Death rates from all cancers combined for men, women, and children declined in the United States between 2004 and 2008, according to the Annual Report to the Nation on the Status of Cancer, 1975-2008.

•	NCI press release: Report to the Nation, 1975-2008
•	Questions and answers about the report
•	Full report, with section on weight and physical activity

Young Adult Cancer Awareness

Adolescents and young adults (AYAs) who have been diagnosed with cancer face many challenges. NCI and a growing number of organizations are striving to help meet their needs.

•	NCI's portal for adolescents and young adults with cancer
•	Take our AYA cancer quiz
•	Video - In Their Own Words: After a Diagnosis
•	NCI's Snapshot of AYA Cancers