Community Health Workers - Many health programs are turning to community health workers and promotores de salud (CHWs) for their unique ability to serve as "bridges" between community members and health care services.
Cancer Information
Breast and Cervical Cancer Control Program Low-income women now have access to life-saving cancer screening services and follow-up care, including cancer treatment if that should be needed.
Governor's Task Force on Cervical Cancer Report In 2006, Governor Jennifer Granholm commissioned a statewide Cervical Cancer Task Force (CCTF) to develop and promote a comprehensive, statewide prevention plan for cervical cancer, including recommendations for public awareness of the importance of cervical cancer screening, appropriate HPV testing, and the Human Papillomavirus (HPV4) Vaccine. This September 2006 Report contains the CCTF's recommendations to the Governor.