The 2024 Texas Cancer Plan, presented online for the first time, consists of twenty goals that, if achieved, will have a meaningful impact in the fight against cancer. The report organizes the goals into topics that address the complex nature of the challenge, from prevention and risk reduction to screening, early detection, and survivorship. Progress in the fight against cancer depends on all Texans working together to create a healthier Texas and a brighter future. Each goal contains objectives and strategic actions to guide stakeholders as well as metrics showing baseline and target information.
The 2024 Texas Cancer Plan also highlights the cancer burden in Texas, including the challenges faced by our rural communities, the disparities in the incidence and survivability of cancer among certain racial and ethnic groups, and the impact of cancer among children, adolescents, and young adults.
The report incorporates interactive maps, charts, and graphics illustrating key metrics, such as cancer incidence rates and lung cancer screening rates in Texas and the United States.
The Texas Legislature charged CPRIT with the responsibility of facilitating the development of the Texas Cancer Plan. The development process involves a working group of public health experts, the Cancer Alliance of Texas, and numerous stakeholders. Texas is one of 65 states, tribes and territories producing and implementing a cancer plan that addresses cancer-related priorities for their state or region and align with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s National Comprehensive Cancer Control Program.
The report reflects changes, progress, and advances in cancer prevention and control efforts since 2018. In accordance with its statewide reach, the 2024 Texas Cancer Plan incorporates the input and feedback from stakeholders and community members across Texas.
CPRIT is dedicated to improving lives and making a lasting difference in the fight against this disease. Together, Texans will conquer cancer.
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