About Us
The National Cancer Institute supports research on women’s health and cancers in women at all stages, from disease prevention through cancer survivorship. This includes both “women’s cancers” (such as ovarian and uterine) as well as all cancers that affect women. In addition, studies to identify and understand the differences between cancers in women and men, down to the molecular and sub-cellular level, accelerate progress toward the goals of personalized medicine and improved health outcomes.
The Office of Women's Health (OWH) provides a focal point for the National Cancer Institute’s research and research-related activities to decrease the burden of cancer for women. Located within the Office of Science Planning and Assessment, a component of the NCI Office of the Director, OWH is in a position to:
- Facilitate and assist women’s health initiatives across NCI’s Divisions and Centers
- Collaborate and partner with women’s health programs in the National Institutes of Health, the Department of Health and Human Services, and other Federal agencies
- Develop and disseminate reports and information on NCI’s research and research progress on cancers in women.
