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Governor Hochul Enacts Bill Ensuring New Yorkers Can Afford to Detect Lung Cancer Early, Increasing Likelihood of Survival of #1 Cancer-Killer in NY

... patients, survivors and volunteers with the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) are celebrating a major victory for public health after Governor Kathy Hochul signed legislation eliminating cost-sharing for lung cancer screening, follow-up scans and diagnostic tests. ... / A1195-A will eliminate the cost burden of these tests, making it so that more New Yorkers can detect their cancer early, get connected to care without delay and reach survivorship as soon as possible. Support for the bill extended across medical leaders and public health organizations in New York. In calling for the passage of the legislation, supporters and advocates not only cited how it will save lives but ...

My Day with the Vice President of the United States

... I also talk about the importance of funding for cancer research, programs and services for patients and the continuation of the Affordable Care Act. This Act has brought many great changes to our health care industry and we need those policies to remain in place. I also mention the need for Quality of Life legislation that will help patients ...

This Breast Cancer Awareness Month WeŠ—'re Celebrating

This past Tuesday, I had the privilege of participating in an incredible event at a local breast care center here in Washington, D.C to commemorate Breast Cancer Awareness Month and emphasize the importance of the National Breast and Cervical ... to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. ACS CAN CEO John Seffrin and I were joined by a powerful group of cancer fighters including Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius , Rep. Rosa DeLauro (CT-3), and Rep. Debbie Wasserman Shultz (FL-20). Also participating were ... get a mammogram. Stacey, who recently lost her sister to breast cancer and whose grandmother lost her fight with the disease, doesnŠ—'t have health insurance. The federal program is her lifeline to cancer screening tests that may end up saving her life. I was struck by how courageously ...

Guest Post: It's Not Harder Than Cancer: A Survivor's Perspective on Healthy Eating and Active Living

... the leading risk factors for cancer. There is also growing evidence that a healthy weight, good nutrition and regular physical activity improve health outcomes and quality of life for those undergoing cancer treatment, and reduce the risk of recurrence for cancer survivors. ACS CAN ... policies that promote healthy eating and active living. On Dec. 10, ACS CAN, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND) and the International Health, Racquet and Sportsclub Association (IHRSA) hosted a policy seminar on nutrition and physical activity interventions for cancer survivors. ... wife and I can buy healthy and nutritious food. Many cancer survivors don't have the same level of support. Inequities exist in access to health care and health information, sidewalks, parks, grocery stores and farmers markets. Disparities in cancer diagnosis, mortality and survivorship ...

Alaska Cancer Advocates Host Virtual Cancer Action Day to Prioritize Tobacco Control and Cancer Prevention Efforts

... for ACS CAN. "While we couldn’t meet in person this year, our advocates let lawmakers know that if we are going to eliminate cancer as a major health problem in Alaska, the goal must be top of mind for our legislature." Specifically, the group urged lawmakers to support comprehensive ... 2019, youth e-cigarette use has increased to 26% in 2019. More work still needs to be done. Smoking still costs our state $575 million in annual health care costs plus an additional $261 million in annual lost productivity. "At this critical time, we must do everything to keep our communities ...

Cancer Advocates Hold Cancer Action Day at Capitol, Urging Lawmakers to Improve Access to Lung Cancer Screening & Paid Medical Leave, Ensure Privacy around Genetic Testing

... III lung cancer and navigating cost-sharing around screening. She emphasized how these out-of-pocket expenses can act as a deterrent to seeking care. “We need to do better in detecting lung cancer in New York. Screening is incredibly effective but very few New Yorkers who are eligible for screening actually receive it. This is because the cost burden for follow-up care is too high and inhibits people from completing the lifesaving screening process,” said Nesbitt. Advocates were also present at the Capitol ... advocacy affiliate, ACS CAN has successfully advocated for billions of dollars in cancer research funding, expanded access to quality affordable health care, and advanced proven tobacco control measures. We’re more determined than ever to stand together with our volunteers to end cancer ...

Budget Measures that Would Signal Cancer Prevention and Detection Is a Priority in New Jersey

... Tobacco “Fact-based, statewide tobacco prevention and cessation programs equip people with the tools to stop using tobacco, communicating the health outcomes associated with tobacco products and dismantling the systemic disparities perpetuated by the tobacco industry. As Big Tobacco has ... early detection and research initiatives and reducing the influence of tobacco on New Jerseyans, our state can reduce disparities in access to care, create healthier communities and prevent disease.” ###  About ACS CAN The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) makes ... advocacy affiliate, ACS CAN has successfully advocated for billions of dollars in cancer research funding, expanded access to quality affordable health care, and advanced proven tobacco control measures. We’re more determined than ever to stand together with our volunteers to end cancer as ...

Mississippi Leaders Unite to Ignite Action to Change State’s Dire Ranking on Cancer-Fighting Policies Nationwide

... leaders are uniting to change the narrative, particularly as the COVID-19 pandemic has placed a significant impact on preventive cancer care including a stark decrease in screenings. “We owe it to Mississippi families, especially the ones that have been hit by today’s economic ... Mississippi Breast and Cervical Cancer Program plays in ensuring adequate access to such preventive screenings. “COVID-19 has revealed real health inequities, partly things we already knew about, but the pandemic has really uncovered a lot of the issues that we have been struggling with ... Angela Ladner, Mississippi Oncology Society; Brad Martin, Comprehensive Cancer Control Program Director at the Mississippi State Department of Health; Senator. Nicole Boyd; Mike Chaney, Mississippi Insurance Department Commissioner, and U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith. The event was held ...

ACS CAN Celebrates the 50th Anniversary of the Signing of the National Cancer Act

... its advocacy affiliate, ACS CAN, have steadfastly worked to accelerate advancements through increased federal cancer research and proven public health policies, resulting in a 27% decline in mortality for all cancers combined since 1971 and a 32% decline since 1991 when mortality rates were ... provide an excellent foundation for the advances we must strive for in the next 50 years, including addressing significant disparities in health equity so that everyone has a fair and just opportunity to prevent, find, treat and survive this disease. “We believe the combination of ... as we know it’, and the unwavering dedication of researchers, medical providers and of patient advocates will make the next 50 years in cancer care even more remarkable. We look forward to celebrating even more lifesaving achievements.” 0 ACS CAN Celebrates the 50th Anniversary of the ...

Cancer Advocates Detail Policies Necessary to Reach New Cancer Moonshot Goal

... policies that would help prevent, detect, and treat cancer starting with increased funding for medical research at the National Institutes of Health (NIH), National Cancer Institute (NCI) and separate funding for the president’s proposed Advanced Research Project on Health (ARPA-H). Federal funding for cancer research is the bedrock of medical discoveries and has played a role in every major cancer breakthrough ... coverage to 2.2 million people, and cap Medicare Part D out-of-pocket drug costs, as the most important means to improve patients’ access to care. It also makes clear the need for Medicare coverage of multi-cancer screening tests once these tests are approved by FDA and clinical benefit ...

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