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Mission & Goals

Vision

Indiana’s cancer incidence has been substantially reduced and quality of life has been significantly enhanced for those impacted by cancer.

Mission

The Indiana Cancer Consortium impacts change by building powerful collaborations that coordinate efforts, educate consumers and professionals about important cancer-related issues and advocate for favorable legislation.

Goals

Decrease the cancer burden in Indiana, from prevention through palliation.
Maintain a successful, active and collaborative process to support the ICC mission.

Priority Issues

  • Primary prevention: decrease cancer risk through lifestyle behavioral interventions.
  • Early detection: increase early detection and appropriate screening for cancer.
  • Treatment: promote informed decision-making and utilization of appropriate cancer treatment.
  • Quality of life: improve quality of life for patients with cancer, survivors, and their families.
  • Data: increase the quantity, quality, and availability of complete and timely cancer and related data.
  • Advocacy: enhance the capacity of the ICC, its member organizations, and other concerned individuals and organizations to articulate and advocate for ICC priority cancer-related public policy issues.
 

 

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