American Cancer Society Study CPS-3 Looks to New Jersey for Participants
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Individuals who come to this event to enroll for CPS-3 directly support the Society’s mission to reduce the burden of cancer.” Researchers will use the data from CPS-3 to build on evidence from a series of American Cancer Society studies that began in the 1950s and involved hundreds of thousands of volunteer participants.### Roselle Park, NJ, April 19, 2008 --( PR.com )-- The American Cancer Society is looking to New Jersey residents to play a direct role in improving the lives of future generations by participating in a historic study.Individuals who come to this event to enroll for CPS-3 directly support the Society’s mission to reduce the burden of cancer.”Researchers will use the data from CPS-3 to build on evidence from a series of American Cancer Society studies that began in the 1950s and involved hundreds of thousands of volunteer participants.But changes in lifestyle and in the understanding of cancer in the more than two decades since its launch make it important to begin a new cohort.The Relay For Life events at Roselle Park and West Orange will be the only times CPS-3 will be enrolling in Union and Essex counties this year.“We are once again looking to the dedication, compassion, and generosity of Americans to come through and help us provide answers that we know will save lives and improve the outlook for future generations.”For more information or to learn how to become involved with CPS-3, visit www.cancer.org/cps3, email cps3@cancer.org or call toll-free 1-888-604-5888.