The Arkansas Cancer Coalition is a statewide network of organizations and individuals committed to the common goal of reducing the cancer burden in Arkansas. Our partners include clinical care providers, researchers, public health professionals, health educators, advocates, community-based organizations, policy makers, the business community, and federal, state, and local government. Coalition partners include the following:

American Cancer Society - Mid South Division
http://www.cancer.org
The American Cancer Society is a nationwide, community-based health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by preventing cancer, saving lives, and diminishing suffering from cancer through research, education, advocacy and service.

Arkansas Central Cancer Registry
http://www.healthyarkansas.com/arkcancer/arkcancer.html
The Arkansas Central Cancer Registry, housed at the Arkansas Department of Health, is a population-based registry that maintains data on all cancer patients diagnosed within a certain geographical area and timeframe. The registry is a comprehensive system designed for the collection, management, and analysis of data on individuals with the diagnosis of a malignant or neoplastic disease (cancer).

Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Health, Tobacco Prevention and Education
http://www.healthyarkansas.com
This state agency is charged with the responsibility of protecting and improving the health of the people of Arkansas by: assessment of health status and needs, leadership for the development of public health policy and plans, promotion of a community-based system of preventive and primary health care, enforcement of regulations for environmental health protection and assurance of quality health care, and provision of quality health services.

Arkansas Prostate Cancer Foundation
http://www.arprostatecancer.org
The Arkansas Prostate Cancer Foundation mission is to raise the awareness of the high risk of prostate cancer, facilitate early diagnosis, and improve treatment. We provide education and awareness through a public resource center, a user-friendly website, media sources, health fairs, and special presentations to civic and other groups.

BreastCare (a program of the Arkansas Department of Health)
http://www.arbreastcare.com
BreastCare provides free screening, diagnosis and treatment activities for Arkansas women over 40 years old, in addition to public and professional education.

Central Arkansas Radiation Therapy Institute (CARTI)
http://www.carti.com/
The Central Arkansas Radiation Therapy Institute (CARTI) is an independent, nonprofit organization that treats cancer patients with radiation therapy. CARTI offers comprehensive support programs to patients and their families.

Community Health Centers of Arkansas
http://www.chc-ar.org/
Community Health Centers (CHC) of Arkansas, Inc., Arkansas Primary Care Association, represents 10 federally qualified health centers and 49 community health center clinic sites in medically underserved areas. CHCs provide primary medical, dental, mental health, and preventive services from pediatrics through geriatrics for uninsured, underinsured, Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance, and private pay patients. CHCs provide these services to the uninsured on a sliding fee scale based on federal poverty guidelines. CHC services include screenings for breast, cervical, prostate, colorectal, skin, and oral pharyngeal cancer, as well as patient education.

Conway Regional Health System
http://www.conwayregional.org/
Conway Regional Health System is a 149-bed facility with a 15-bed in-patient oncology unit and a Hematology/Oncology outpatient unit. Accredited by the American College of Surgeons, the Conway Regional cancer program includes an active tumor board, and ongoing education and support groups for patients and families, including "Share Our Strength" and "Bosom Buddies." Caregivers can also participate in a free 6-hour workshop entitled, "Strength for Living."

Northwest Arkansas Radiation Therapy Institute (NARTI)
http://www.NARTI.com
Northwest Arkansas Radiation Therapy Institute (NARTI) is dedicated to providing the maximum quality of radiation therapy available, with cutting edge technology, while maintaining excellence in patient care. In addition, NARTI contributes to the community through cancer prevention education.

St. Vincent's Health System
http://www.stvincenthealth.com
St. Vincent's Health System is a not-for-profit, full-service health care organization consisting of four hospitals, and serving the total health needs of individuals from throughout Arkansas and the mid-South as a member of Catholic Health Initiatives, one of the nation's largest and most prestigious Catholic health systems.

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Public Health
http://uams.edu/coph
The College of Public Health at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences focuses on improving the health of entire communities through health promotion and disease prevention. The college has a fundamental commitment to information gathering and policy development that lead to changes that promote health and well-being.

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Department of Family and Preventive Medicine/Continuing Medical Education
http://cme.uams.edu
The UAMS Department of Family and Preventive Medicine/Continuing Medical Education program offers continuing medical education to family practice physicians, nurses, and pharmacists.

The Witness Project
http://www.acrc.uams.edu/outreach/witnessproject
The Witness Project is a breast and cervical cancer health education program designed to educate and raise awareness among African-American women. In addition to providing education and awareness, the Witness Project assists women with navigating the health care system for early detection screenings.

The Women's Center at Sparks Medical Center (Fort Smith)
http://www.sparks.org
The Women's Center at Sparks Medical Center offers a full-service breast clinic which provides breast exams, digital mammograms, prosthesis fittings, breast biopsy, yoga classes, massage therapy, support groups, and a professional aesthetician. Other services available at the center include bone density screenings, a fertility resource library, lactation consultation, childbirth classes, and a retail shop.