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... survivors are marking the American Cancer Society's 46th annual Great American Smokeout tomorrow by calling on elected officials to protect the health of all Michigan residents by implementing strong tobacco control legislation.  "Nearly 70% of people who currently smoke cigarettes want to ... or who used to smoke are at increased risk for severe illness including from COVID-19, so the sooner we can help Michiganders quit, the better. Health benefits begin occurring quickly after quitting smoking, including rapid improvements in blood carbon monoxide levels and in respiratory ... 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 ...

... today provides much-needed clarity to plans and insurers on what constitutes a comprehensive tobacco cessation benefit under the Affordable Care Act. The ACA requires most health plans to cover tobacco cessation services at no cost to the enrolle, but implementation of this benefit has been inconsistent. Smokers have reported difficulties accessing treatments and having to pay for services that should have been free. ACS CAN along with its public health partners submitted a letter to HHS earlier this year asking for clarification to address these concerns. The majority of the nation 's 42 ...

... cessation treatment. It is of particular importance to ensure coverage for those on Medicaid because individuals who rely on Medicaid for their health care have a higher smoking rate (23.9% than the overall adult population (13.7 %) and more than double that of individuals with private insurance ... Ohio are attributable to smoking. Friday, Gov. DeWine took steps to help prevent tobacco-related cancer deaths in Ohio. Ultimately this public health intervention will save the state money and save lives.” ### About ACS CAN The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) is ...

LINCOLN, Neb.  – “As the 2026 Nebraska legislature pass their budget, they failed to stand up for the health of all Nebraskans against the interests of Big Tobacco. Despite over 50 years of data linking tobacco use to multiple cancers, tobacco ...   “Tobacco control programs work to prevent tobacco use, promote quitting, reduce exposure to secondhand smoke, and eliminate tobacco-related health disparities, which is why we were so disappointed that the legislature chose to cut funding for them. These are fact-based programs put in place to reduce tobacco use and reduce taxpayer-funded health care costs. DHSS’s Tobacco Free Nebraska program provides critical tools for communities to prevent death and disease from commercial tobacco ...