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NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CANCER SERVICES PROGRAM | NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CANCER SERVICES PROGRAM

Eligibility

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Hours

24 hours.
(866) 442-2262
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Toll-Free | Cancer Services Program Connection

(518) 474-1222
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Main | Ask for Dara Shapiro

Application process

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Fees

No fee for service.

Service area

New York
  • Oversees the delivery of comprehensive breast, cervical and colorectal cancer screening services and prostate cancer education to underserved populations in New York. Also promotes the use of genetic screening, diagnostics and counseling in cases of hereditary breast and ovarian cancers.
  • Provides public and health care provider education regarding cancer prevention and early detection.
  • Maintains a quality improvement program to ensure the quality of clinical services provided through the program.
  • Provides funds for community-based cancer support services for persons with cancer and their families.
  • Operates Cancer Services Program Connection hotline referring callers to their local cancer service program contractor.

Last assured

04/13/2026

Providing organization

NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CANCER SERVICES PROGRAM
The New York State Department of Health Cancer Services Program oversees the delivery of comprehensive breast, cervical and colorectal cancer screening services and prostate cancer education to underserved populations in New York.