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October 2006 podcast

The October podcast kicks off with a roundup from the NCRI conference, catching up with the latest developments in cancer research from around the world. We'll also be finding out about all the activities surrounding Breast Cancer Awareness Month. And there's a chance to win a limited edition pink rubber duck, signed by Sarah Cawood.

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