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WASHINGTON (JTA) -- Israeli scientists will be allowed to participate in an Egyptian conference hosted by Susan G. Komen for the Cure.
The scientists' invitations to the event had been revoked by order of Egyptian Health Minister Hatem el-Gabali.
Susan G. Komen for the Cure, a prominent advocate for breast cancer research, launched a successful diplomatic effort to reverse the decision.
"Susan G. Komen for the Cure has now received confirmation that all scientists, regardless of their country of origin, are invited to fully participate in events to bring breast cancer to the forefront of public discussion in the Middle East," said the organization's founder, Nancy Brinker.
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