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New York Biomarker Testing Campaign

... What is biomarker testing? Biomarker testing helps get the right treatment to the right patient at the right time. Progress in improving health outcomes increasingly involves the use of precision medicine, which uses information about a person’s own genes or proteins to prevent, ... of a patient’s tissue, blood, or fluid biospecimen for the presence of a biomarker. Biomarker testing is increasingly important for cancer care – and for the treatment of other diseases. Thirty-seven of the 62 oncology drugs launched in the past five years require or recommend ... biomarker testing when medically appropriate. Improving access to biomarker testing and thereby access to targeted therapies will help reduce health disparities and improve outcomes for cancer patients. Expanding access to biomarker testing will also increase patient diversity in clinical ...

American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network Opposes Legislation Threatening Access to Mammograms

... is a statement by Daniel E. Smith, National Vice President of Government Relations for the American Cancer Society, in opposition to the Health Insurance Marketplace Modernization and Affordability Act (S. 1955). The legislation threatens access to lifesaving mammograms and other cancer prevention and treatment services by all allowing Access to Health Care plans to skirt state consumer protections provided they offer a plan that includes the same protections as any one of the plans offered to ...

One Year Anniversary of Cancer Moonshot Reignition Brings Progress and Opportunity

... Roundtable in October. Using an ‘all-hands-on-deck approach,’ the roundtables convene scientists, the medical community, leading public health agencies, the private sector and community organizations to catalyze change and investment across the cancer continuum. Just weeks ago, ACS ... treatment have free lodging so they can focus on treatment. ACS CAN is joining a new coalition of diverse stakeholders to address barriers to health care faced by rural communities, including technology and infrastructure limitations. Beyond the private commitments announced today, the White ...

Medicare Drug Rule Could Leave Patients Unable to Access Necessary Prescription Medications

... the need to make prescription drugs more affordable. However, the countries included through the Most Favored Nation policy have very different health systems and supply chains than the United States, which could mean some cancer medications are unavailable, and patients are unable to get essential care and treatment.  “The United States is often the first to approve innovative new cancer therapies and it is unclear how or whether such ...

Expand Access to Biomarker Testing in Nevada

... and partners are working together to make sure more Nevadans can benefit from this important testing.   What is Biomarker Testing? In cancer care, biomarkers are often used to help determine the best treatment for a patient . A “ biomarker ” is a sign of a normal biological process, ... that have been excluded, including communities of color, individuals with lower socioeconomic status, rural communities, and those receiving care in non-academic medical centers are less likely to receive biomarker testing. Improving coverage for and access to biomarker testing across insurance types is key to reducing health disparities. Without action to expand coverage and access to biomarker testing, advances in precision medicine could increase existing ...

Prescription Drug Affordability in Michigan

ACS CAN supports legislation that restricts the use of so-called copay accumulator adjustments in health insurance plans.  We advocate for policies that ensure third party prescription drug copay assistance is counted toward patients’ out-of-pocket cost obligations.  Prescription drug affordability safegaurds that patients and their families can care for themselves while reducing the burden of toxic medical debt.   Michigan cancer patients and others rely on prescription drug copay ... two cancer survivors struggles without copay accumulators:  Video of krin_gary_westby_wisconsin   Video of acs_can_barriers_to_care_julie_turner_fc2   Read about the impact of copay accumulators found through our Survivor Views survey: In March & April of 2024, ACS CAN ...

Top N.C. Cancer Experts to Discuss Critical Need of Increasing Patient Access to Clinical Trials at Event Hosted by Nation’s Leading Cancer Advocacy Group

... 60,000 people in North Carolina will be diagnosed with cancer and more than 20,000 will die from the disease. WHAT: ‘Increasing Access to Care Through Clinical Trials: Potential Problems and Promising Practices’ The event will bring together key thought leaders and subject matter ... research, University of North Carolina Lineberger Comprehensive Clinical Cancer Center. - Dr. Karen Winkfield, director, Office of Cancer Health Equity & associate director for Community Outreach & Engagement, associate professor of radiation oncology, Wake Forest Baptist Health Comprehensive Cancer Center. - Patrick Nealon, executive vice president and general manager of oncology, Syneos Health. - Rep. Wayne ...

2023 California Legislative Policy Roundtable

... Cancer Registry, the Regional Registries, and the roles they play in fighting cancer. Panelists will include members of the Legislature, public health advocates, and researchers who will demonstrate how they use the Registry to fight cancer. We will also honor  State Senator Anthony J. Portantino (CA – SD25)  for the passage of SB 987 - The   California Cancer Care Equity Act which improves cancer care access, cancer survival, and patient experience by enhancing Medi-Cal patient access to necessary ... We invite you to be part of a group of  sustaining supporters  enabling ACS CAN’s work to catalyze discovery, accelerate cures, and improve health equity. With your help, our advocacy will not stop. Join us and together we can save lives and lead the fight for a world without cancer. To ...

Courage in Action: Cancer Survivors Unite at State Capitol to Advocate for Change

... Action Day. They let their lawmakers know that Michigan can and must do better to prioritize preventing cancer and improving access to cancer care. “As a cervical cancer survivor, I know the importance of preventing cancer and improving access to care all too well,” said Heidi Varner, cancer survivor and American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network volunteer. “In Lansing today, I let ... 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 ...

Cancer Advocacy Group Backs State Legislation Enhancing Diversity in Clinical Trials

... groups such as minorities, women, and older adults. This disparity not only hampers the relevance of study findings but also perpetuates health care inequities, as treatments may not be equally effective across diverse populations. “Everyone should have a fair and just opportunity to ... the Illinois House for approving this legislation. We urge the Senate to quickly follow suit and take this significant step towards improving health outcomes." 0 Cancer Advocates Urge the Senate to Follow the House’s Lead Ensuring More Diversity in Clinical Trials. Cancer Advocacy Group ...

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