Cancer Research

What to know

CDC’s Division of Cancer Prevention and Control conducts and supports studies to reduce cancer and eliminate health disparities.

Overview

CDC contributes data and scientific expertise on:

  • Cancer cases and treatment.
  • Cancer prevention and risk behaviors.
  • The quality and appropriate use of cancer screening.
  • The cost and cost-effectiveness of cancer control programs.
  • Health and wellness after a cancer diagnosis.
  • Efforts to advance health equity.

Resource

The U.S. Cancer Statistics Data Visualizations tool shows the official federal cancer statistics.
Content Source
National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion; Division of Cancer Prevention and Control
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Published: May 15, 2024
Updated: September 8, 2026

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