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Simple lifestyle changes can reduce your cancer risk: Dana-Farber expert

19:06 EST 3 Feb 2012 | The Medical News

Health care organizations from around the globe will come together on Saturday, Feb. 4 to promote cancer prevention as part of this year's World Cancer Day.

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