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Voters Deliver Clear Message on Health Care, 300,000 More Americans to Gain Access to Medicaid

... voters from Florida to Idaho made it clear: fighting cancer is a top priority for the American people. By passing measures to increase access to health coverage through Medicaid, reduce the deadly toll of tobacco products, and preserve local governments’ ability to implement policies that ... cancer’s burden and building a healthier future for our families. “In Idaho, Nebraska and Utah, voters secured a historic victory for the health and wellbeing of their communities by passing ballot measures to increase access to Medicaid. These measures will extend quality health care coverage to 300,000 hard-working people in every corner of Idaho, Nebraska and Utah. One in two men and one in two women will be diagnosed ...

Public Health Organizations Support Smoke-Free Legislation

Harrisburg, PA – May 8, 2017 – This statement can be attributed to five of the leading health advocacy organizations: American Heart Association, American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network, American Lung Association, the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids and Americans for Nonsmokers Rights. “Last week, Representative Matt Baker who serves as the House health committee chairman introduced legislation to eliminate exemptions in Pennsylvania’s Clean Indoor Air Act. We commend the Chairman and urge ... for the physical health of the state, but its fiscal health as well. Pennsylvania currently spends over $6.3 billion on tobacco-related health care costs each year and experiences $5.7 billion in lost productivity annually.”  ### Public Health Organizations Support Smoke-Free Legislation ...

New Iberia Council Stands Up for Resident’s Health

... advocacy affiliate, ACS CAN has successfully advocated for billions of dollars in cancer research funding, expanded access to quality affordable health care, and made workplaces, including restaurants and bars, smoke-free. As we mark our 20th anniversary, we’re more determined than ever to stand ... the New Iberia council has taken steps to protect citizens from the dangers of secondhand smoke. New Iberia Council Stands Up for Resident’s Health ...

Congressional Lawmakers Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Protect Veterans’ Health

... Senators Durbin and Collins for introducing legislation that would protect the ability of our nation’s veterans to breathe smoke-free air at health facilities managed by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).  “If enacted, this law would help protect thousands of veterans, including those who are sick or disabled, from the dangers of secondhand smoke while receiving the medical care they need. It would also help ensure a supportive environment for veterans who are trying to quit using tobacco, and would guarantee ... 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 ...

Legislature Stands Up for Musicians and Hospitality Worker’s Health

... positioned to meet the needs of the people in their communities. Communities should be able to pass laws that are proven to promote good health and well-being for their residents, including comprehensive smoke-free laws.  “ACS CAN thanks the Senate for passing this important ... advocacy affiliate, ACS CAN has successfully advocated for billions of dollars in cancer research funding, expanded access to quality affordable health care, and made workplaces, including restaurants and bars, smoke-free. As we mark our 20th anniversary, we’re more determined than ever to stand ...

Legislature Stands Up for Musicians and Hospitality Worker’s Health

... positioned to meet the needs of the people in their communities. Communities should be able to pass laws that are proven to promote good health and well-being for their residents, including comprehensive smoke-free laws.  “ACS CAN thanks the legislature for passing this important ... advocacy affiliate, ACS CAN has successfully advocated for billions of dollars in cancer research funding, expanded access to quality affordable health care, and made workplaces, including restaurants and bars, smoke-free. As we mark our 20th anniversary, we’re more determined than ever to stand ...

Health Advocates Celebrate Dayton’s Smoke-free Ordinance Taking Effect

... 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 we ... it, for everyone. Join the fight by visiting www.fightcancer.org.  0 This Sunday, November 6th, the City of Dayton is officially smoke-free Health Advocates Celebrate Dayton’s Smoke-free Ordinance Taking Effect ...

Dayton City Council Stands Up for Resident’s Health with Smoke-free Vote

... and in the future can take comfort in knowing their right to smoke-free air is respected and protected. “Smoke-free laws are not just good for health; they are also good for business. Research from communities that have already passed a local ordinance shows that being smoke-free saves ... advocacy affiliate, ACS CAN has successfully advocated for billions of dollars in cancer research funding, expanded access to quality affordable health care, and made workplaces, including restaurants and bars, smoke-free. As we mark our 20th anniversary, we’re more determined than ever to stand ...

House Veterans’ Affairs Committee Passes Bill to Make All Veterans Health Administration Facilities Smoke-Free

WASHINGTON, D.C. – May 17, 2017 – The House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs advanced legislation today that would make all Veterans Health Administration (VHA) facilities smoke-free. The bill (H.R. 1662) would prohibit the use of cigarettes, electronic cigarettes, cigars, pipes, ... forward. Its passage will ensure sick and disabled veterans are no longer subjected to the dangers of secondhand smoke when receiving medical care. “Tobacco is the number one cause of preventable disease and death in the United States, and the U.S. Surgeon General has determined there ... many of which are linked to cancer, heart disease, and other serious diseases.   “As a nation, we must do more to improve and protect the health of our veterans. Providing a smoke-free VHA system is an important step in the right direction.  “We call on the full House of ...

South Dakota äóÖYes ' Vote on Smoke-Free Law is Victory for Public Health

Washington, D.C. – Nov. 2, 2010 – South Dakotans scored a major public health victory Tuesday night when voters overwhelmingly cast their ballots in favor of a comprehensive statewide smoke-free law. The new law will ... American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN). “Smoke-free laws benefit everyone – workers can make a living without risking their health, patrons and tourists can enjoy time out without the hazards of secondhand smoke, and bar and restaurant owners can promote healthy ... remains the nation’s number one cause of preventable death, killing approximately 443,000 Americans and costing $96 billion in direct health care costs each year. ACS CAN, the nonprofit, nonpartisan advocacy affiliate of the American Cancer Society, supports evidence-based policy and ...

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