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... without extending the enhanced premium tax credits that are set to expire on December 31, the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) urges members of the Senate and the House to prioritize the health and wellbeing of their constituents and come together in a bipartisan way to extend these tax credits when they return in 2026.  Lisa Lacasse, president of ACS ...

... shown without question that access to comprehensive health coverage is essential to saving lives from cancer,” said Lisa Lacasse, president of the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN). “For the millions of people who live in states that have not yet expanded Medicaid and for those who have been finally able to afford ... through the ACA marketplaces and nearly 4 million uninsured people would gain coverage. For cancer patients enrolled in Medicare the unlimited cost sharing for prescription drugs can render their care unaffordable. Capping the costs and allowing them to space out prescription co-payments ...

Washington, D.C.—The U.S. House of Representatives will soon consider legislation to increase access to health coverage for millions of Americans, including cancer patients and survivors, as part of its pandemic relief package. House Committees are currently considering and will ... provide essential services during this time. A statement from Lisa Lacasse, president of the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) follows: “Ensuring people have access to comprehensive health care is critical as the nation continues to deal with the ongoing coronavirus ...

Washington, D.C.—  Patient groups representing millions of people with serious health conditions submitted an amicus brief today urging the U.S. District Court in the Northern District of Texas to ... preserve the requirement that private health insurers cover U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) recommended preventive services without cost sharing as required under the Affordable Care Act.  In September, District Court Judge Reed O’Connor ruled that the process used for ... the care they need in a timely and effective manner. “Numerous research studies have proven the benefits of these services. They ensure people can prevent, detect and treat their conditions as early as possible, improving health outcomes and saving patients and the health care system ...