VISION AND MISSION STATEMENTS

Written by PCSI

Our VISION: A country well prepared to meet the cancer challenge and a citizenry made fully aware of the threats of the disease.

Our MISSION: To advance knowledge about cancer, combat the spread of the disease, and bring relief to those afflicted with cancer.

To attain these objectives, the PCS carries out a program of activities in:

1. EDUCATION & INFORMATION - to create awareness of cancer prevention and control in the general public through such means as free literature, film showings, lectures and conferences.

2. SERVICES - to provide screening services for women such as breast examinations and pap smear; free consultations and referrals for patients needing further medical attention like free mammography and biopsy; free chemotherapy drugs provided to selected government hospitals and cancer mutual support groups.

3. RESEARCH - to support cancer control programs through the collection and recording of data on cancer and its incidence. Publishes the books in series, Cancer Facts and Estimates and Cancer in the Philippines.