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Cancer is a disease characterized by an abnormal growth of cells, also called malignancy or carcinoma. There are over 100 types of cancer, the most common being breast cancer, skin cancer, lung cancer, colon cancer, and prostate cancer. Start here for information on a specific type of cancer or general information on cancer symptoms and treatment options. This is also your starting point for information on living day-to-day with cancer and coping with the reality of a cancer diagnosis.

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