Maryland Department of Health
Cancer

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Center for Cancer Prevention and Control

Welcome

Each year, more than 33,000 Marylanders are diagnosed with invasive cancer, ​and more than 10,000 Marylanders die due to cancer. While the death rate from can​​cer in the United States has steadily declined since its peak in 1991, cancer continues to be the second leading cause of death in the United States and in Maryland, behind heart disease.

The Center for Cancer Prevention and Control is dedicated to reducing the burden of cancer in Maryland.​

News​ and Announcements

January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month. Cervical cancer can affect anyone with a cervix who has ever been sexually active. It is preventable with the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine, regular screening, and appropriate and timely follow-up of abnormal results. Don't wait! Schedule your screening today. If you are in need of no-cost cancer screenings, diagnostics, and linkage to treatment, our programs may be able to assist you.

Check out the following webinars hosted by the Patient Navigation Network.


Navigating End of Life Resources - December 9, 2025
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Cancer Post Treatment Resources - November 6, 2025.

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Cancer Patient and Caregiver Resources - October 7, 2025.

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Cancer Treatment and Financial Resources - September 9, 2025.

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Cancer Screening and Diagnostic Services and Resources - April 15, 2025. 

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​Cancer Screening Best Practices - April 8, 2025.


​​ ​Last updated on 1/6/26​