Texas Cancer Action Center

A recent poll by the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) shows 83% of Texas voters believe all Americans, regardless of the type of health insurance they have, should have access to affordable cancer screening and treatment close to home.

Austin, TX. – With the end of the 2025 Texas legislative session, the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) is optimistic that more people will have access to cancer prevention and early detection services and reinforces its commitment to this effort. In reflection on the session, ACS

McCallen, Texas - 13 de mayo de 2025 – Esta semana, la Red de Acción contra el Cáncer de la Sociedad Americana contra el Cáncer (ACS CAN, por sus siglas en inglés) está organizando una movilización digital a nivel nacional, incluyendo aquí en Texas, para instar al Congreso a que proteja Medicaid. El Comité de Energía y Comercio de la Cámara de Representantes votará esta semana sobre una propuesta para hacer recortes a Medicaid. Voluntarios y activistas de ACS CAN están alzando la voz en redes sociales para mostrarles a los legisladores el devastador impacto que esos recortes tendrían en la vida de millones de personas.

AUSTIN, TEXAS – FEBRUARY 26, 2025 - Volunteers from across Texas, including cancer survivors, patients and caregivers gathered at the Texas Capitol on Wednesday for ‘Cancer Action Day,’ an event hosted by the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) . During meetings with state lawmakers and staff, volunteer advocates highlighted the impact the Cancer Research and Prevention Institute of Texas (CPRIT) is having on Texans and expressed support for sustaining funding for the program.