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Statement by John R. Seffrin, PhD, CEO of the American Cancer Society and the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network on the death of United States Senator Edward M. Kennedy
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- August 26, 2009 -- “We are truly saddened by the passing of a giant in the area of health care policy -- our friend, U.S. Senator and recipient of the American Cancer Society’s highest award, Medal of Honor and the National ... to fight cancer, Senator Kennedy has led a passionate effort against this disease during his more than 45 years in the U.S. Senate, championing health care-related causes from equal access to health care to increased funding for cancer research and screening for early detection. “Known as ...
ACS CAN calls on legislative leaders to include colorectal cancer screening in state budget
ALBANY, NY – A coalition of more than 65 patient and provider groups, cancer centers, and other public health organizations delivered a letter to state legislative leaders in support of legislation that would require insurance plans to cover ... stool-based screening test, it should be considered as the next step in the preventive screening process and therefore should be covered by health insurers with no patient out-of-pocket cost. ACS CAN is calling on state leaders to include S906-B sponsored by Senators Sanders and Kennedy ... 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 ...
Statement on the Death of Supreme Court Justice and Equal Rights Champion Ruth Bader Ginsburg
... with various forms of cancer including colon, lung and the recurrent pancreatic cancer that eventually claimed her life. However, her personal health history and active survivorship made her an inspiration for many patients and survivors and helped inform her deep commitment to public health policy. “Justice Ginsburg was one of six justices to uphold the Affordable Care Act, which has given cancer patients and survivors critical access to comprehensive health coverage, including cancer prevention, screening ...
WATCH: "Survivor" Winner Shares the Scariest Part of His Cancer
... by the insurmountable cost of cancer. Even the fully insured can face a catastrophic financial burden. ACS CAN is advocating for comprehensive health reform from a cancer perspective. If we can fix the system to improve the lives of those with cancer and other chronic diseases, we can fix it for virtually everyone. Check back on this blog soon for more health care reform updates. WATCH: "Survivor" Winner Shares the Scariest Part of His Cancer ...
ACS CAN Expert and Volunteer Testify on Mini-MedÈ Plans on Capitol Hill
... plans, otherwise known as mini-med plans, for cancer patients. As part of an expert panel, Finan testified that while the Affordable Care Act has made major strides in educating and empowering the consumer, there are still plans available on the market that leave people fighting ... vulnerable and unaware that the insurance product they purchased is woefully inadequate. Melville, who called the American Cancer SocietyÈs Health Insurance Assistance Service (HIAS) at the National Cancer Information Center (NCIC) in Austin, Texas for help when he discovered his ... diagnosis, also testified. His testimony focused on the financial burden and barriers to access he has faced as a result of his bare bones health plan. The hearing was televised live on C-SPAN. An archived video of the hearing can be found on their website. View the press release for ...
Number of Uninsured Unchanged as NJ Stalls on Exchange
... NJ Director of Advocacy, American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network re: the number of uninsured in New Jersey. “As New Jersey’s health insurance exchange languishes in limbo, the numbers released today show that the state’s uninsured need the help an exchange will provide. ... Jersey residents are uninsured. There are many steps needed to make an exchange operational by January 1, 2014 as required by the Affordable Care Act and time is running out. New Jersey lawmakers and Gov. Christie must reach an agreement to move forward on the exchange or the federal ... an exchange of its own. The exchange will help ensure that cancer patients have unrestricted access to high quality, affordable, adequate health insurance coverage that is simple to navigate and easy to understand. Today’s news shows that the exchange is vital to providing coverage ...
Nation’s Leading Patient Groups Applaud 5th Circuit Ruling that Stays Remedy in Braidwood Management v. Becerra
... Services Task Force (USPSTF) recommended preventive services without cost sharing as required under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA). In November, patient groups representing millions of people with serious health conditions submitted an amicus brief urging the U.S. District Court in the Northern District of Texas to preserve the requirement. The ... and is cost-effective and the negative impact compromising the federal law’s guarantee of no cost prevention and screenings would have on health outcomes. In late April, the groups weighed in again , asking the 5th Circuit to stay a ruling by the lower court that would have kept the ...
President's Panel on Cancer Releases Report on Racial and Ethnic Disparities
... Cancer Society Chief Medical Officer Otis W. Brawley WASHINGTON – April 28, 2011 – The President's Panel on Cancer has released a report on health disparities that points to an urgent need to expand research and improve understanding of the factors that influence cancer risk and ... competence" among healthcare professionals to better address cultural and language barriers that can negatively impact the quality of patient care. Following is a statement from Otis W. Brawley, M.D., chief medical officer of the American Cancer Society, the charitable nonprofit parent ... 'America's Demographic and Cultural Transformation: Implications for Cancer,' is a well-developed synthesis of the issue of disparities in health. The American Cancer Society thanks the panel members and their staff and recognizes the diligence that went into compiling and writing this ...
Senator Lisa Murkowski Receives National Distinguished Advocacy Award for Championing Lifesaving Cancer Public Policy
... help reduce death and suffering from cancer. In a true demonstration of her commitment to protecting patients’ access to quality, affordable health care, Sen. Murkowski voted against efforts to repeal the health care law in 2017. She brings bipartisan support to anti-tobacco legislation, including the Family Smoking Prevention and Tobacco Control ...
Some Funding Proposals to Offset Payroll Tax Extension Could Hurt Cancer Patients and Survivors
... and Senate Conference Committee members, urging them to protect families affected by cancer by opposing any cuts to the Prevention and Public Health Fund and any further cuts to the health insurance premium assistance tax credits as a way to pay for the payroll tax extension. The letter explains that this year, it is projected ... rather than waiting to treat until people they get sick. The letter goes on to indicate that cuts to premium tax subsidies will make health care less accessible and less affordable to low and middle income families. Imposing tax penalties on families who unintentionally underreport ...
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