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ACS CAN Looking to Work with Governor Scott on Crucial Health Measures
Governor Phil Scott is preparing to deliver his State of the State Message today. Bill Sherman, managing director for the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network ACS CAN) released the following statement in advance of the governor’s message: “Vermont has a history as a leader in public health, but there is still much work to be done. We look forward to ...
Cancer-Fighting Advocates Mark Great American Smokeout by Calling for Action to Prevent Tobacco Addiction
... are marking the American Cancer Society's 47 th annual Great American Smokeout tomorrow by calling on elected officials to protect the health of all Vermont residents by implementing strong tobacco control legislation. Advocates note that the need is particularly strong in Vermont, where ... earnings. Unsurprisingly, states with weaker tobacco control policies experienced significantly higher deaths. In Vermont, nearly one third of cancer deaths can be attributed to smoking, and the state incurs an average of $404 million in health care costs directly caused by smoking every year. "Nearly ...