Cancer survivorship programs

42 U.S. Code § 285a-11a. Cancer survivorship programs

(a) Research to evaluate model systems of care for pediatric cancer survivors
(1) In general
The Secretary of Health and Human Services (referred to in this section as the “Secretary”) shall, as appropriate, make awards to eligible entities to conduct or support research to develop, study, or evaluate approaches for monitoring and caring for childhood and adolescent cancer survivors throughout their lifespan, including transition to adult care and care coordination.
(2) Awards
(A) Types of entitiesIn making awards under this subsection, the Secretary shall, to the extent practicable, within the existing peer review process, include—
(i)
small, medium, and large-sized eligible entities; and
(ii)
sites located in different geographic areas, including rural and urban areas.
(B) Eligible entitiesIn this subsection, the term “eligible entity” means—
(i)
a medical school;
(ii)
a children’s hospital;
(iii)
a cancer center;
(iv)
a community-based medical facility; or
(v)
any other entity with significant experience and expertise in carrying out the activities described in paragraph (1).
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