Cancer Prevention and Control

The WVU Cancer Institute works to reduce cancer risk and improve health across our rural communities through prevention, education, screenings, and community partnerships.

The AYA Cancer Program provides specialized care and support for adolescents and young adults, addressing their unique medical, psychosocial, and developmental needs.

The Bridge Survivorship Program supports patients after treatment with care planning, wellness guidance, and resources to promote long-term health and quality of life.

We offer evidence-based guidelines for cancer prevention and screening, helping West Virginians detect cancer early and reduce health disparities.

We partner with providers and communities to advance women’s health equity through cervical cancer prevention, HPV vaccination, and early detection education.

The CHATS Lab researches cancer disparities and develops programs that reduce risk, improve screening, and expand access to care in Appalachian communities.

The Lung Cancer Screening Program uses advanced imaging, follow-up, and counseling to detect lung cancer early and improve outcomes.

Our mobile units deliver breast and lung cancer screenings across West Virginia, making early detection accessible and convenient for all.

Mountains of Hope works to reduce cancer across West Virginia through statewide outreach, screening, education, and community partnerships.

The RAYS program promotes sun safety and skin cancer prevention in rural communities through education and outreach in schools and local events.

This support group is a professionally facilitated support group helping survivors, caregivers, and loved ones connect, share resources, and build resilience.

Through outreach, education, and partnerships, we provide breast and cervical screenings across West Virginia to detect disease early and reduce health disparities.

Our program promotes early detection and prevention of colorectal cancer in West Virginia through education, outreach, and community partnerships.