State Rep. Amanda Nedweski Receives National Distinguished Advocacy Award for Leadership on Lifesaving Breast Cancer Screening Legislation
KENOSHA, Wis. – Wisconsin State Rep.
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Wisconsin Advocacy Team Recognized with National Award for Excellence in Cancer Advocacy
Washington, D.C., – Wisconsin was recognized as the country’s top state advocacy team by the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) in honor of their exceptional work advocating for cancer-fighting public policies.
Cathy Peters Receives Dave Woodmansee Award for Excellence in Cancer Advocacy
Washington, D.C., – Cathy Peters was recognized by the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) this week in honor of her exceptional work advocating for cancer-fighting public policies.
Sara Sahli Receives Government Relations Professional of the Year Award for Excellence in Cancer Advocacy
MADISON, Wis. – Sara Sahli was recognized as the country’s top government relations professional by the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) in honor of her exceptional work advocating for cancer-fighting public policies.
Greta Johnson Receives Professional Achievement Award for Exceptional Performance in Cancer Advocacy
Washington, D.C., – Greta Johnson was presented the National Professional Achievement Award by the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) for her dedication to championing the organization’s mission to end cancer as we know it, for everyone.
New Billboard Thanks Congress for Helping 18 Million Cancer Survivors Celebrate America's 250th
MADISON, Wis. – The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) has placed a billboard in Madison to thank Congress for demonstrating a strong commitment to cancer prevention and cures.
New Poll: Majority of Wisconsin Voters Support Affordable Access to Cancer Care; Want Lawmakers to Address Youth Nicotine and Tobacco Use
MADISON, Wis. – A recent poll by the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) shows 81% of Wisconsin 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.
Wisconsin Legislative Session Ends with Wins in the Fight Against Cancer
MADISON, Wis. – “As lawmakers close the 2025/2026 legislative session, patient advocates are celebrating victories in the fight against cancer. After years of advocacy from volunteers, caregivers and medical
Public Health Advocates Thank Governor Evers for Vetoing Tobacco Bars Bill
Statement from American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) Wisconsin Government Relations Director Sara Sahli, Advocacy Director for the American Lung Association Molly Collins and Wisconsin Government Relations Director for the American Heart Association Nicole Hud
Bill Allowing Smoking Back in Wisconsin Bars on its Way to the Governor’s Desk
MADISON, Wis., – Today, the Wisconsin Senate passed Assembly Bill 211, a bill that moves us in the wrong direction by rolling back our strong statewide smoke-free air law - a long-held public health standard that protects Wisconsinites.