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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program: Increasing
Faye L Wong1, Jacqueline W Miller1
1Division of Cancer Prevention and Control, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Atlanta, Georgia.
Journal of Women'S Health (2002)
|April 11, 2019
Summary
The National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program (NBCCEDP) is expanding to improve cancer screening access for underserved women. New strategies aim to reduce cancer burden and promote health equity nationwide.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Cancer Screening
- Health Equity
Background:
- The National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program (NBCCEDP) has served over 5 million women since 1991.
- Significant breast and cervical cancer burden and health inequities persist among certain populations.
- Existing screening services need enhancement to reach all women effectively.
Purpose of the Study:
- To expand the NBCCEDP's scope to reduce cancer burden and improve health equity.
- To implement population-based strategies for increased cancer screening.
- To ensure women receive timely and appropriate cancer screening services.
Main Methods:
- Implementing patient and provider evidence-based interventions.
- Connecting women in communities to clinical screening services.
- Enhancing the targeting of women in need of breast and cervical cancer screening.
Main Results:
- The NBCCEDP is shifting towards population-based strategies.
- Focus on health systems and community-level interventions.
- Aiming to increase screening opportunities and access for all women.
Conclusions:
- The NBCCEDP's expansion seeks to address persistent cancer inequities.
- Population-based strategies are key to improving cancer screening reach.
- The program aims to ensure equitable access to timely and appropriate cancer detection services.