Cancer Archives | Louisiana Cancer Prevention and Control Programs

January 1, 2026

Louisiana Launches a Plan to Eliminate Cervical Cancer

The Bayou Blueprint is a roadmap to eliminate cervical cancer as a public health problem in Louisiana. Grounded in local data and proven strategies, and developed in collaboration with other organizations, the plan outlines how organizations and individuals can work together to reduce cervical cancer through vaccination, screening, and timely follow-up care across the state. Read more to explore how […]

December 12, 2020

The Gift the Keeps Giving!

As we reflect on all 2020 has ushered in, let’s take a pause and celebrate how far we’ve come! We’ve made it through a challenging time with the help of loved ones, technology, and a few drinks (in moderation, of course!). While this holiday season will undoubtedly look a little different this year, we can still have a festive time! […]

Breast Cancer

We make sure women who qualify get no-cost mammograms and the help they need to get screened (including financial help and transportation). We also provide online support to young breast cancer survivors and their caregivers. In addition, we educate women, providers, legislators, and others around the state to beat breast cancer in Louisiana.

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Cervical Cancer & HPV

No one should ever die from cervical cancer, which is why we provide no-cost Pap tests to Louisiana women who qualify. We also educate people at all levels – including parents, doctors, the general public and more – to make sure boys and girls are getting the HPV vaccine to prevent cancers (including cervical) after they’re grown.

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Colorectal Cancer

Catch colorectal cancer early and it’s more than 90% survivable. That’s why everyone 45 and over should be screened. But Louisiana has a special problem with the disease and that is why everyone should learn why we are more vulnerable and what we at LCP are doing about it.

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Lung Cancer & Tobacco

Lung cancer is the easiest cancer to prevent. So why is it the #1 cancer killer in Louisiana? More than 80% of lung cancers are caused by smoking, and that includes those killed by secondhand smoke. Learn how to quit, the dangers of secondhand smoke and e-cigs, and what we can do to save ourselves!

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