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First City Council on Cancer is a community-based, non-profit, all volunteer organization dedicated to reducing the impact of cancer related problems upon the individuals and families of Ketchikan, Alaska and its environs through the following activities:
. Ensuring adequate access to surveillance exams and appropriate counseling for the medically indigent and under-insured.
. Assisting with community and area-wide educational initiatives for individuals and professionals concerning cancer prevention and therapy.
. Facilitating local support groups.
. Embarking on fundraising events to help support these programs.
. Collaborating with other local, state, and national organizations with local initiatives.
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