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ACS CAN Celebrates Wins, Decries Missed Opportunities for Cancer Prevention

... Indiana government relations director for the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network, released the following statement in response:   “Health advocates across the state truly came together this legislative session to work hard for Hoosiers, especially cancer patients and those at ... With this new law, Indiana will be able to stay ahead of this ‘silent killer’ and ensure more women have access to lifesaving cancer care.   “We’re also thrilled to see $2.5 million in new additional funding for statewide tobacco prevention and cessation programs. But the ... disease by increasing the cigarette tax by $1.50 per pack.   “For years, our state has ranked toward the bottom of nearly every nationwide health report. We have one of the highest adult smoking rates and one of the lowest cigarette tax rates in the country, which contribute to the ...

Cancer-Fighting Advocates Mark Great American Smokeout by Calling for Action to Prevent Tobacco Addiction

... state are marking the American Cancer Society’s 46th annual Great American Smokeout tomorrow by calling on elected officials to protect the health of all Hoosiers by implementing strong tobacco control legislation.  “The Great American Smokeout is about helping people quit, and we ... of $2 per pack of cigarettes with an equivalent tax on all other tobacco products is a win-win; in addition to increasing revenue for public health, a significant increase in the cigarette tax would save lives and prevent thousands of kids from a lifetime of tobacco addiction. “As we ... 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 ...

Cancer-Fighting Advocates Mark Great American Smokeout by Calling for Action to Prevent Tobacco Addiction

... are marking the American Cancer Society’s 46th annual Great American Smokeout tomorrow by calling on elected officials to protect the health of all West Virginia residents by implementing strong tobacco control legislation. Nearly 70% of people who currently smoke cigarettes want ... much to be thankful for this year as we begin to gather with family and friends again. However, we must continue looking out for each other’s health by keeping people from starting to use tobacco products and helping those who want to quit. If you or someone you know is trying to quit ... 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 ...

TIPS Campaign Kicks off its 10th Year

... quit in the time it has been running ,  has inspired millions more to try to quit  and has saved an estimated $7.3 billion in smoking-related health care costs . Avoiding tobacco is one of the most effective ways to reduce your risk of developing cancer.   “ These powerful ads are based on ... and the administration to prioritize efforts to reduce tobacco use and save lives by increasing funding for the CDC’s Office on Smoking and Health (OSH).   Additionally, federal, state and local lawmakers should continue to support a comprehensive approach to tobacco control with  ...

ACS CAN Reacts to Bill that Eliminates the Tax on Some Tobacco Products

... plays right into Big Tobacco’s playbook by removing the ability to tax certain products. We must do a better job protecting the lives and health of all Oklahomans. As we face skyrocketing youth tobacco use, now is not the time to take a step backward.  Eliminating the tax on any ... 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 ...

Funding and Taxes Needed to Reduce the Toll of Tobacco in West Virginia

... per pack of cigarettes with an equivalent tax on all other tobacco products benefits everyone; in addition to increasing revenue for public health, a significant increase in tobacco taxes would save lives and prevent thousands of kids from a lifetime of tobacco addiction.”  West ... 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 ...

Patient Advocates Applaud Governor Mills on Tobacco Tax Proposal

... and other tobacco products will reduce Maine’s healthcare costs by millions of dollars, generate much needed revenue and result in significant health benefits. The tax is projected to prevent 700 Maine children from becoming adults who smoke, spur 3,200 adults to quit, and save 900 lives ... 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 stand with our volunteers, working to make cancer a top priority for policymakers in cities, ...

New Report: Colorado Gets Mixed Results on Cancer-Fighting Public Policies

... their families."   How Do You Measure Up? rates states in eight specific areas of public policy that can help fight cancer: increased access to care through Medicaid, access to palliative care, balanced pain control policies, cigarette tax levels, smoke-free laws, funding for tobacco prevention and cessation programs, cessation ... and implementing the policy recommendations in this report would not only save lives in Colorado, it would also save millions in long-term health care costs and in some cases even generate additional, much-needed revenue for the state."   A color-coded system classifies how well a ...

ACS CAN Reacts to Governor Hochul’s 2023-24 Executive Budget Proposal

... cigarettes and all other flavored tobacco products. In addition to saving New York State hundreds of millions of dollars in smoking-related health care costs and generating millions in revenue that can be put toward evidence-based tobacco cessation programs, an increase to the cigarette tax will result in significant health benefits, including saving over 15,300 lives and reducing the number of adults who currently smoke by 44,800. “Governor Hochul’s ...

Comptroller’s E-cigarette Report Misses the Mark on Protecting Marylanders

... relentlessly target our state’s youth. “We cannot afford any more delay tactics such as these in Maryland—we need a bill that protects the health of our youth and constituents. It’s time to finally end the sale of all flavored tobacco products. Related to the tobacco tax increase bill Collins said, “It’s a win-win-win for constituents’ health and the Maryland economy. If the bill is passed, it is projected to increase annual state revenue by $97.43 million and would decrease the long-term health care cost savings from adult and youth smoking by $1.11 billion. A $2 per pack cigarette tax increase is also estimated to decrease smoking in ...

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