Division of Cancer Prevention and Control, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - DCPC
Organization URL(s)
cdcinfo@cdc.govwww.cdc.gov/cancer/index.htm
Other Contact Information
4770 Buford Highway, NE
MS K-64
Atlanta,
GA 30341-3717
800-232-4636 (Voice - Toll-free)
888-232-6348 (TTY)
Description
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is a leader in nationwide efforts to ease the burden of cancer. Through the Division of Cancer Prevention and Control (DCPC), CDC works with national cancer organizations, state health agencies, and other key groups to develop, implement, and promote effective strategies for preventing and controlling cancer. CDC provides funding and assistance to help states, tribes/tribal organizations, and territories collect data on cancer incidence and deaths, cancer risk factors, and the use of cancer screening tests. Public health professionals use the data to identify and track cancer trends, strengthen cancer prevention and control activities, and prioritize the use of resources. CDC develops communication campaigns and materials designed to teach health professionals, policy makers, the media, and the public about cancer prevention and control.
Online Resources
Print Resources
CDC develops materials designed to teach health professionals, policy makers, the media, and the public about cancer prevention and control. All current publications are available online as Web pages, Adobe® Acrobat® PDF documents, or both. CDC offers a variety of fact sheets, brochures, posters, and more, including a selection in Spanish.
Some of the printed publications can be ordered free of charge. Quantities are limited and this service is available only in the United States.
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