Each subcommittee addresses the various issues listed below for each and prepares a position statement and/or present proposals to the Advisory Committee as recommendations for legislation to be made to the Legislation Subcommittee.

Care
The Care Subcommittee addresses pain control, survivorship, financial needs, lymphedema, and other topics related to those who have been recently diagnosed with cancer, those who are currently in treatment for cancer, and/or those who are survivors.  Some tasks of the Care Subcommittee are to identify and reduce financial, geographic, and other barriers to cancer diagnosis, treatment, and care health services in North Carolina.


Early Detection
The Early Detection Subcommittee works to improve the use of proven cancer-related early detection modalities and appropriate follow-up abnormalities.  Areas include colorectal, breast and cervical, prostate, oral, skin, and testicular.


Prevention
The Prevention Subcommittee promotes healthy behaviors and environments that reduce the risk of developing cancer.  Areas include nutrition and physical activity, tobacco use reduction, ultraviolet radiation, chemoprevention, and genetic testing.


Legislation and Education
The Legislation and Education Subcommittee is made up of legislators who provide policy and funding support for cancer control in North Carolina.


Evaluation and Surveillance
The Evaluation and Surveillance Subcommittee reviews and monitors the effectiveness of projects in meeting the goals and objectives of the Cancer Control Plan.  There is also evaluation of partner’s activities and participation.  There is surveillance in the monitoring and review of the data regarding the health of the populations.