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In order to improve quality of life for individuals, communities, and nations, the IOM examines the science behind detecting, treating, and curing a variety of diseases, including cancer, HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, pandemic flu, and many others.

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Assessing and Improving Value in Cancer Care. Workshop Summary

Released: November 4, 2009
Like other areas of health care, oncology is under pressure to control expenses while improving patient outcomes and the quality of care. Unlike many other areas of health care, however, oncology faces unique challenges that can make it especially difficult to control costs. On February 9-10, 2009, the National Cancer Policy Forum held a workshop to explore these issues from multiple perspectives, including those of patients and patient advocates, providers, insurers, health care researchers, federal agencies, and industry. Assessing and Improving the Value in Cancer Care summarizes workshop discussions and presentations.

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Integrative Medicine and the Health of the Public: A Summary of the February 2009 Summit

Released: November 4, 2009
On February 25-27, 2009, the Institute of Medicine convened the Summit on Integrative Medicine and the Health of the Public in Washington, DC. The Summit brought together more than 600 scientists, academic leaders, policy experts, health practitioners, advocates, and other participants from many disciplines to examine the practice of integrative medicine, its scientific basis, and its potential for improving health.

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