Welcome to the Behavioral Research Program, DCCPS

The National Cancer Institute is committed to reducing the burden of cancer risk, incidence, and mortality and improving health for all. Disparities in cancer rates are seen in measures such as the incidence, prevalence, morbidity, mortality, survivorship and quality of life after cancer treatment, and burden of cancer or related health conditions, screening rates, and stage at diagnosis.

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Optimal Health For All

DCCPS' mission is to monitor the differential burden of cancer among populations by promoting and conducting research to identify and address the mechanisms contributing to cancer-related disparities. This research spans the cancer control continuum throughout the human lifespan, with the goal of achieving optimal health for all.

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FEATURED INITIATIVES

Rural Cancer Control

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Rural communities face disadvantages, which contribute to higher incidence and mortality rates for many cancers, and higher average mortality rates for all cancer sites combined.

Geographically Underserved Areas

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Communities experiencing high or persistent poverty are at an increased risk of cancer caused by environmental, occupational, and recreational exposures, and lifestyle factors.

Native American Health

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Native American populations are disproportionately affected by many cancers, with detection and diagnoses often occurring at later stages.

Poverty

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Poverty and accompanying factors such as education, housing, and employment have tremendous effects on the health of communities and their populations.