Comprehensive Cancer Control in Vermont
Comprehensive Cancer Control (CCC) is “an integrated and coordinated approach to reduce the incidence, morbidity, and mortality of cancer through prevention, early detection, treatment, rehabilitation and palliation.”
The federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has provided funding for states, tribes and territories to create broad-based partnerships to develop strategic plans for cancer prevention and control within their jurisdictions. Vermont formed its planning partnership in 2004 and published its second State Cancer Plan in December 2005.
Vermonters Taking Action Against Cancer - (VTAAC)
VTAAC is a collaborative statewide partnership of more than 180 cancer survivors, advocates, non-profit organizations, state programs, educators and healthcare professionals working together to reduce the impact of cancer among all Vermonters.
VTAAC members and the Health Department and VTAAC are implementing prioritiy activities based upon the State Cancer Plan to:
- Prevent future cancers by reducing exposure to known risk factors
- Detect new cancers as early as possible through appropriate screening
- Increase access to optimum treatment and follow-up care
- Improve the quality of life for all people who have been diagnosed with cancer
- Improve end of life care and pain management for cancer patients
- Advocate for policy changes related to cancer services, treatment and care
To read or download a copy of the State Cancer Plan, Summary, and latest Progress Reports, visit:
For more information contact:
Coordinator, Comprehensive Cancer Control
Vermont Department of Health
108 Cherry Street, PO Box 70
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 865-7706