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Health Disparities in Cancer

CDC's Division of Cancer Prevention and Control (DCPC) monitors trends in cancer incidence and mortality, and identifies which populations are disproportionately affected by the disease.

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Photo of a woman and girl logoAfrican American Women and Mass Media Campaign
The AAMM campaign used radio and print media to make more women aware of the importance of getting mammograms to find breast cancer early.

Photo of two peopleReducing Cancer Disparities
Public health agencies, health care providers, and communities of all racial and ethnic groups must become partners in a national effort to reduce health disparities.

Cancer journal coverCancer in American Indians and Alaska Natives
Circumstances of culture, location, history, and health care produce unique patterns of cancer occurrence in these populations.

Photo of two peopleCDC's Health Disparities in Cancer Feature
Life expectancy and overall health have improved in recent years for most Americans, but not all Americans are benefiting equally.

 
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