National
cancer institute was under the authorization of US Congress according to the National
cancer act of 1937. NCI is a component of the National institute of
health which is one of the eight agencies that compose the
public health service in the Department of
Health and Human Services. The national
cancer act of 1971 broadened the scope and responsibilities of the NCI and created the national
cancer program. The national
cancer institute coordinates the national
cancer program which conducts and supports research, training,
health information dissemination and other programs such as cause, diagnosis, prevention. And treatment of cancer,
rehabilitation from
cancer and the continuous care of
cancer patients and the families of
cancer patients.
Last Updated on: Nov 26, 2024