And today its promise has never been greater for Americans suffering from serious illnesses like cancer, diabetes, Alzheimer's, depression and Parkinson's. But to fully realize this hope, we must increase federal support for medical research funded by the National Institutes of Health. Increased support for NIH today will pay a lifetime of dividends in better health and quality of life for all Americans.

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We are a coalition of concerned patients and the physicians and researchers of America's medical schools, teaching hospitals, universities, research companies and organizations.

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Understand how medical research sponsored by the National Institutes of Health helps you, your community and future generations.

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