National Cancer Institute Early Signage
| Title: | National Cancer Institute Early Signage |
|---|---|
| Description: |
Congress established the National Cancer Act of 1937 to provide additional support for cancer research – it was the first time Congress had appropriated funds toward a non-communicable disease. The Act established the National Cancer Institute (NCI) as the federal government's primary agency to address research and training needs for the cause, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer. See also www.cancer.gov/about-nci/overview/history. |
| Topics/Categories: |
Historical -- Locations Locations -- NIH |
| Type: | B&W, Photo (JPEG format) |
| Source: | National Cancer Institute |
| Creator: | Unknown Photographer |
| AV Number: | AV-0000-3484 |
| Date Created: | Unknown |
| Date Added: | January 1, 2001 |
| Reuse Restrictions: | None - This image is in the public domain and can be freely reused. Please credit the source and, where possible, the creator listed above. |