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Join in asking the Colorado Legislature and Governor Polis to level the playing field on biomarker testing

Currently, not all Coloradans may benefit from the latest advancements in biomarker testing and precision medicine. 

Latest Updates

June 17, 2025
Colorado

Health advocates from across Colorado expressed concerns Tuesday morning during a virtual press conference hosted by the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) over the impact looming Medicaid cuts and changes to the Affordable Care Act (ACA) marketplace will have on Coloradans, specifically cancer patients, and the state’s rural population.

May 12, 2025
Colorado

Today, Colorado advocates with the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) delivered over 200 postcards signed by constituents to Rep. Gabe Evans’ district office in Northglenn, urging him to protect Medicaid by opposing any cuts to the program. The postcards highlighted how looming cuts to Medicaid would harm millions of Coloradans, including working families, cancer patients and survivors, pregnant women, people with disabilities, seniors, veterans and children.

April 30, 2025
Colorado

Volunteer advocates with the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) commend Governor Jared Polis and the Colorado General Assembly for including substantial funding for tobacco control and cancer screening programs in the 2025-2026 fiscal year appropriations bill, signed into law Tuesday during a ceremony at the Governor’s Mansion.

March 12, 2025
Colorado

Volunteer advocates, including cancer survivors, patients, and caregivers from across Colorado convened at the state capitol for ‘Cancer Action Day’ Wednesday, an event hosted annually by the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN). Volunteer advocates met with lawmakers and discussed supporting access to care and sustaining funding for tobacco prevention and cessation.

State Contacts

Chinelo Tyler
Colorado Grassroots Manager
RJ Ours
Colorado Government Relations Director
Alex Wiles
Sr. Regional Media Advocacy Manager

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Do you have a personal story about how cancer has impacted you or someone you love? Real stories are how ACS CAN ensures that no one becomes a statistic.