Welcome to the Behavioral Research Program, DCCPS

DCCPS seeks to eliminate cancer-related differences by promoting and conducting research that identifies and addresses the mechanisms contributing to these differences across the cancer control continuum and throughout the human lifespan.

Learn more about the background and mission of Health Drivers.

 

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Webinar Series

Context of Poverty Webinar Series

This webinar series delves into the context of poverty, where esteemed researchers will present their work focusing on different aspects of poverty.

About Health Drivers

Health drivers are the adverse effects on groups of people who have systematically experienced greater obstacles to health based on numerous characteristics closely linked with social, economic, and/or environmental disadvantage. Addressing these health drivers will help us attain the highest level of health for everyone.

DCCPS works to address the negative effects of these health drivers to achieve 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.