World Cancer Research Fund
World Cancer Research Fund International (WCRF International) is a not-for-profit association, established by royal decree in Belgium, with headquarters in London, UK. As of 2011 Marilyn Gentry was President of WCRF International.
With strategically placed member organizations, WCRF funds innovative scientific research to raise awareness that cancer is largely preventable and provides health information on cancer prevention and control. It focuses on scientific research into the links between cancer and diet, physical activity and body fat.
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