Dan-River Cancer Task Force

The Dan-River Region Cancer Task Force is a collaborative effort aimed at connecting cancer control, prevention programs, and research to benefit the residents of the Dan River Region. The task force focuses on the areas of Danville/Pittsylvania County, Martinsville/Henry County, and Halifax/South Boston County—areas that have historically faced higher cancer mortality rates than the rest of Virginia. The goal of the task force is to work together to prioritize, act on, and decrease cancer-related challenges in the region.

Our Ongoing Commitment

As a task force, we are dedicated to continuing the impactful work we have been doing since 2014. We are expanding our efforts to reach younger audiences by partnering with local schools to spread education and awareness of cancer. Read our recent press release on how we are refocusing our efforts.

• Coordinate with local schools to emphasize cancer prevention and early detection in youth.
• Develop opportunities to promote cancer prevention and early detection to parents of school-aged youth.
• Develop pathways for parents and youth in the local school systems to access cancer prevention and early detection resources in the region.

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