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dec 23, 1971 - The National Cancer Act

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On December 23, President Richard M. Nixon signs the National Cancer Act, which authorizes the NCI Director to coordinate all activities of the National Cancer Program, establish national cancer research centers, and establish national cancer control programs.

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dec 23, 1971
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~ 54 years ago