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About the Board

On this page you will find a little about our History, our Mission Statement, and the Membership of the Board,


History and Purpose

The Board was legislatively created (R.S. 40.1299.88) in 1980, with the twofold purpose of determining policy for the Louisiana Tumor Registry, and to distribute state funds for cancer research. 

The Board Membership is comprised of twelve public and private institutions and agencies representing the entire state of Louisiana and its citizens.   

Originally housed within the Louisiana Office of Public Health, the Board was moved in 1995 to the Louisiana State University Medical Center, where it can more effectively pursue its Mission.  

The Board is current pursues its Mission by supporting the activities of the Louisiana Cancer Control Partnership, including administrative support, partial funding for regional cancer control officers around the state, and serving on the LCCP Executive Committee. Several members of the Board have also been active as topic experts in the development of several sections of the plan.

 

Mission

The mission of the Louisiana Cancer and Lung Trust Fund Board is to reduce the risk, incidence, morbidity, mortality and economic impact of cancer on the residents of the State of Louisiana.

To accomplish its mission the Board will plan, coordinate and monitor statewide efforts in education, early detection and screening, prevention, research and surveillance; targeting cancer.

The Board seeks to advise, educate and work collaboratively with other individuals, groups and entities of similar purpose and will act as an advocacy group for the achievement of the goals of the Board and those of related programs and entities.

 

Membership

Members of the Board are appointed to serve at the Governor's pleasure, representing institutions through Louisiana with a commitment to cancer control and prevention. The current membership of the board, with the institutions represented, is as follows:

 

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