About NTCCP
In 1999 the NPAIB was the first Tribal organization to receive a CDC Comprehensive Cancer Grant, from which the Northwest Tribal Comprehensive Cancer Program Was created. NTCCP provides technical assistance to tribes on tribal action plans for local cancer activities, resource information, Kiki the inflatable colon, cancer data and cancer education training through a variety of venues. The Northwest Tribal Comprehensive Cancer Program envisions cancer-free tribal communities by taking an integrated and coordinated approach to cancer issues in collaboration with NPAIHB member tribes.
Coalition Goals
- Cancer free Tribal communities.
- Provide infomation on the most current early detection, cancer screening and cancer treatment practices through education and resource materials.
- Facilitate NW Tribes to promote cancer risk reduction strategies.
- Improve Al/AN Specific Data.
Who can join?
43 NW Tribes served by the NPAIB and partners who support tribes in cancer control.
