PHOENIX, Arizona – The Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) and the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) are proud to announce the state’s most recent plan to fight cancer and reduce its impact. Released with support from Governor Hobbs, the 2024 to 2029 Arizona Cancer Control Plan, is the result of a collaborative effort to improve Arizona’s cancer incidence and mortality rates and build a healthy future for all Arizonans.
The 2024 to 2029 Arizona Cancer Control Plan was written in collaboration with a broad and diverse set of stakeholders, including medical providers, community organizations, and individuals who have been affected by cancer. The plan charts a course forward for implementing evidence-based cancer-prevention strategies and addresses the barriers that Arizonans face when accessing cancer education, resources, care, and support.
“I’m so proud to present this plan and so grateful to all of the many individuals and organizations that help develop it. I am hopeful that it charts a course to better outcomes for all Arizonans affected by cancer,” said Jennie Cunico, ADHS Cabinet Executive Officer.
“With Governor Hobbs’ support, our volunteers from ACS CAN look forward to pursuing the policy objectives outlined in the plan and encourage all stakeholders to make cancer a priority,” said Brian Hummell, ACS CAN Government Relations Director for Arizona and New Mexico.
Together, ADHS, ACS CAN, and their many partners will work to implement evidence-based strategies to reduce the burden of cancer across the care continuum for all Arizonans.