The following words and phrases when used in this article shall have the meanings given to them in this section unless the context clearly indicates otherwise:
"Board." The Pennsylvania cancer control, prevention and research advisory board established under section 203-B.
"Cancer." All malignant neoplasms, regardless of the tissue of origin, including malignant lymphoma and leukemia.
"Department." The department of health of the commonwealth.
"Secretary." The secretary of health of the commonwealth.
72 P.S. § 202-B