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The National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) is a not-for-profit alliance of 23 of the world’s leading cancer centers. We are dedicated to improving the quality and effectiveness of care provided to people with cancer.

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Survivorship

In cancer, survivorship covers the physical, psychosocial, and economic issues of cancer, from diagnosis until the end of life. It includes issues related to the ability to get health care and follow-up treatment, late effects of treatment, second cancers, and quality of life.

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