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ArticleCancer causes & control : CCC2026

Scaling what works: a collaborative capacity-building program tailored to optimize resources and scale evidence-based interventions for cancer prevention and control.

Mary Wangen, Jingle Xu, Amy Tran, Elizabeth A Rohan, Prajakta Adsul, Cam Escoffery, Renée M Ferrari, Nikki Hayes, Cari Herington, Katie Jones and 16 more

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26 authors.

Mary Wangen *Center for Health Promotion and Disease Prevention, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC, USA. wange062@live.unc.edu.
Jingle Xu *School of Nursing, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC, USA.
Amy TranCenter for Health Promotion and Disease Prevention, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC, USA.
Elizabeth A RohanDivision of Cancer Prevention and Control, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Atlanta, GA, USA.
Prajakta AdsulDepartment of Internal Medicine, School of Medicine, University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM, USA.
Cam EscofferyBehavioral, Social and Health Education Sciences, Rollins School of Public Health, Emory University, Atlanta, GA, USA.
Renée M FerrariLineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center, Chapel Hill, NC, USA.
Nikki HayesDivision of Cancer Prevention and Control, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Atlanta, GA, USA.
Cari HeringtonNevada Cancer Coalition, Reno, USA.
Katie JonesIowa Department of Health and Human Services, Des Moines, IA, USA.
Jaron Hoani KingOffice of Public Health Law Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Atlanta, GA, USA.
Julie KranickDepartment of Population Health, New York University Grossman School of Medicine, New York, NY, USA.
Alyssa LaMonicaDivision of Cancer Prevention and Control, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Atlanta, GA, USA.
Rebecca J LeeCenter for Health Promotion and Disease Prevention, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC, USA.
Meghan C O'LearyLineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC, USA.
Malesa PereiraCommunity Health Sciences and Policy, LSU Health Science Center, School of Public Health, New Orleans, LA, USA.
Mary PuckettDivision of Cancer Prevention and Control, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Atlanta, GA, USA.
Shixiu RicardoDivision of Cancer Prevention and Control, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Atlanta, GA, USA.
Rogelio Robles-MoralesClinical Translational Sciences, College of Health Sciences, University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ, USA.
Kelly SmithComprehensive Cancer Control Program Manager, Rhode Island Department of Health, Providence, RI, USA.
Lisa P SpeesLineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center, Chapel Hill, NC, USA.
Amy ThompsonNevada Cancer Coalition, Reno, USA.
Stephanie B WheelerLineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center, Gillings School of Public Health, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, NC, USA.
Nathaniel WoodardDepartment of Community Health and Health Behavior, School of Public Health and Health Professions, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY, USA.
Alison T Brenner *Division of General Medicine and Clinical Epidemiology, University of North Carolina School of Medicine, Chapel Hill, NC, USA.
Rachel Hirschey *Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center, University of North Carolina School of Nursing, Chapel Hill, NC, USA.

Funding

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention of U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Cooperative Agreement Number U48 DP006400
6 · The paper itself

Abstract

purposeThis study aimed to evaluate the Scaling What Works (SWW) program, which was developed to support the scale-up of projects that implement evidence-based cancer prevention and control interventions (CPC EBIs) across award recipients (hereafter, "awardees") of the National Comprehensive Cancer Control Program (NCCCP). SWW projects included (1) Project ECHO and patient navigation, (2) Addressing risk factors for adult cancers during childhood, and (3) Increasing receipt of ovarian cancer care from gynecologic oncologists. In this evaluation, we sought to understand how tailored training and technical assistance (TA) can facilitate the implementation of CPC EBIs in NCCCP settings.

methodsWe used a mixed-methods approach, comprising a needs assessment with focus groups and information sessions. Subsequent training and TA included a symposium and four virtual learning collaborative sessions. The evaluation included pre- and post-surveys to assess changes in participants' confidence and satisfaction alongside qualitative feedback to refine the program.

resultsThe SWW program reached 89 individuals across 40 NCCCP awardees. Participants reported significant improvements in their confidence to implement, adapt, and sustain EBIs, with increases observed in all domains assessed. Feedback from the symposium and learning collaborative sessions indicated high satisfaction and notable progress in addressing barriers related to EBI implementation.

conclusionThe SWW program effectively addressed key challenges in scaling CPC interventions by providing tailored, interactive training and TA. Further engagement and continued capacity-building support are recommended to enhance the long-term impact of SWW across the NCCCP. The findings underscore the importance of investing in tailored, large-scale capacity-building to support the scale-up of evidence-based CPC approaches.

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Capacity BuildingEvidence-Based PracticeHealth Plan ImplementationNeoplasmsPreventive Health ServicesAdultFemaleFocus GroupsHumansIntersectoral CollaborationMaleNeeds AssessmentProgram EvaluationQualitative ResearchUnited StatesCapacity buildingCommunity of practiceEvidence-based interventionsLearning collaborativesMentorshipNational comprehensive cancer control programsPeer learningTechnical assistanceTraining

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PMID41931155
PMCPMC13048924

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