- The Comprehensive Cancer Control Division works with community-based organizations, clinical partners, researchers, activists, policy makers and other stakeholders to reduce the District’s burden of cancer through prevention, early detection, and supporting survivors.
- Cancer Control Plan
- The DC Cancer Coalition convenes stakeholders concerned with reducing the District’s cancer burden by collaboratively identifying and addressing gaps in cancer prevention and services. Guided by the best available evidence, local and national data, and the District of Columbia Cancer Control Plan, the Coalition identifies opportunities to support and coordinate with its members on the implementation of programs and policy interventions that equitably address the needs of all populations and communities. The Coalition serves as a collective voice, informing and ensuring these goals are achieved.
- Breast and Cervical Cancer - Project WISH (Women Into Staying Healthy) provides free breast and cervical cancer screening and diagnostic services to eligible women in the District of Columbia and its surrounding areas. Project WISH also supports patients in understanding and navigating the medical system, helps them find transportation assistance and organizes cancer education opportunities.
- Colorectal Cancer (DC3C) - partners with hospitals, Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs), primary care clinics and other health care organizations to increase colorectal cancer screening and diagnostic services. DC3C supports health care partners to implement strategies shown to increase colorectal cancer screening, outlined in the Guide to Community Preventive Services.
- The District of Columbia Cancer Registry collects and disseminates cancer data to guide cancer prevention efforts. The Cancer Registry tracks trends in cancer incidence, identifies differences in cancer by age, gender or race, examines the carcinogenic effects of environmental agents, uncovers geographical differences in cancer incidence and informs strategies for cancer prevention and control.
