Cancer is a group of diseases caused by many factors including smoking, poor diet, and/or family history. As you get older, the risk of cancer increases.

The four most common cancers in South Carolina are cancers of the lung, breast (female), prostate, and colon/rectum.

Resources are available to help you learn more about the various types of cancer, screenings, and programs.

Leading Cancers in South Carolina

• Breast Cancer
• Cervical Cancer
• Colorectal Cancer
• Lung Cancer
• Oral Cancer
• Prostate Cancer
• Skin Cancer

Resources

Free Breast and Cervical Screening Services

• Best Chance Network Program

Cancer Resources, Coalition and Committees

• Other Sources of Information
• Want to Quit Smoking?
• South Carolina Cancer Alliance (Coalition)
• South Carolina Cancer Control Advisory Committee
• South Carolina Central Cancer Registry
• South Carolina Cancer Plan 2017-2021

Cancer Resources for Health Care Professionals

• Help Your Patients Quit Smoking

Cancer Data

• South Carolina Central Cancer Registry
• South Carolina Cancer Plan 2017-2021