Alliance for Equity in Cancer Care
An initiative funded by the Merck Foundation
Improving access to cancer care for all
Funded by the Merck Foundation, the Alliance for Equity in Cancer Care (the Alliance) advances health equity by improving timely access to high-quality, cancer care for patients from underserved communities. The Alliance is led by the National Program Office at the Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center in partnership with the VCU Center on Health Disparities.
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Improve coordination
Improve cancer care coordination from diagnosis through survivorship for underserved patients
Strengthen communication
Strengthen patient-provider communication and patient engagement in treatment decisions
Build partnerships
Build sustainable community partnerships to address barriers to cancer care related to social determinants of health
Share results
Disseminate findings and program results to improve the delivery of equitable cancer care