US review of comprehensive cancer control plans highlights strengths and opportunities

A new publication has reviewed 66 comprehensive cancer control plans across the United States, including plans from all 50 states, the District of Columbia, US Pacific Island Jurisdictions, Puerto Rico, and Tribal and Tribal organizations. The review used an adapted version of the questionnaire developed for the ICCP global review of national cancer control plans. The study found that US cancer control plans are generally strong in their use of data, community engagement, and coverage of the cancer control continuum. Nearly 60% of plans addressed all six core areas of cancer control, while most included commitments to equitable access to services. However, the review also identified opportunities for improvement, particularly in addressing resource needs, financial planning, the needs of specific populations such as older adults and people with disabilities, and emerging issues such as vaping.

The paper is available here (open access).