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16 January 2020

2020 World Cancer Congress preliminary programme released

The preliminary programme of the 2020 World Cancer Congress in Oman is now available online. It is built around nine themes covering the full cancer control spectrum.

300 renowned experts and opinion leaders from around the world will deliver over 70 innovative, thought-provoking and exciting sessions.

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Wednesday 22 January 2020

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