What is The Partnership?
The Partnership to Reduce Cancer in Rhode Island is a passionate group of survivors, caregivers, health care providers, and advocates who are working together to reduce the burden of cancer in Rhode Island.
Specifically, the Partnership:
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Works to bridge the gaps in the cancer care system by forming partnerships and fostering collaboration
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Values strong leadership in engaging its many dedicated members in cooperative, mission driven work to improve cancer survivorship within our state
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Works to improve the quality of care and the possibility of earlier detection in order to assure survivors of better outcomes

Partnership members work collaboratively to:
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Educate and advocate on cancer issues
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Increase early detection and prevention of cancer by promoting screening and evidence-based risk reduction and health promotion programs
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Ensure Rhode Islanders have access to excellent care, treatment, and support services
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Implement policy, systems, and environmental change interventions to guide sustainable cancer control
