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November 20, 2025
Mississippi

JACKSON, Miss. – Cancer patients, survivors and advocates are marking the American Cancer Society's 49th annual Great American Smokeout by calling on elected officials across the state to do more to reduce tobacco use. The Great American Smokeout is a day for people who smoke or use any form of

April 3, 2025
Mississippi

JACKSON, Miss. – The Mississippi legislature wrapped its 2025 session today, leaving Mississippians once again vulnerable and without a solution to the health care coverage crisis. In response, Mississippi Government Relations Director for the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) Kimberly Hughes released the following statement: “We

January 28, 2025
Mississippi

JACKSON, Miss. – Nearly 100 health advocates representing multiple patient groups will come together on Thursday, January 30 in Jackson to urge lawmakers to expand Medicaid in the Magnolia State in 2025. The advocates include representatives from the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) , the American

January 15, 2025
Mississippi

JACKSON, Miss. – A clear and growing majority (58.5%) of GOP primary voters support Medicaid expansion in Mississippi, according to the results of a new poll . The poll demonstrates that Medicaid expansion is a winning issue for Republican lawmakers in the Magnolia State and it shows that inaction

Mississippi Events

February 4, 2026CST
Jackson, MS

Make plans to join us on Wednesday, February 4, 2026 for our Cancer Action Day at the Mississippi State Capitol. This is our chance to come together, raise our voices, and advocate for critical changes that can empower cancer care for all. This fun and impactful day is free but...

State Contacts

Anita Bales
Senior Grassroots Manager
Kimberly Hughes
Government Relations Director
Stacy Jacobson (she/her)
Sr. Regional Media Advocacy Manager

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