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... at the state Capitol yesterday for ‘Cancer Action Day,’ an event hosted annually by the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN). Advocates met with their state lawmakers and urged them to support policies that aid in the fight against cancer.  “Cancer Action Day is a ... all Pennsylvanians. Our message to lawmakers today is – you play a crucial role in that fight.”   While the ACS CAN volunteers spent much of Cancer Action Day at the Capitol connecting with state lawmakers, a cohort of survivors and advocates took the opportunity to visit Senator ... but too few Pennsylvanians who are eligible for screening actually receive it. Research shows us a main driver in delaying screenings is cost barriers. Even a relatively small amount can keep individuals from getting their recommended screenings and when it comes to prostate cancer, ...

... by drug companies or other third parties. But insurers don’t always count those assistance programs toward a patient’s deductible or out-of-pocket maximum, leaving patients with unaffordable costs once their assistance program is exhausted. The new law will require such payments to be counted toward the patient’s deductible. American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) Oklahoma Government Relations Director Matt Glanville said: “We thank Governor Stitt and our lawmakers for passing and enacting this crucial measure. “A cancer diagnosis doesn’t just come with emotional turmoil. It also leaves patients with a long list of concerns, including whether they’ll be able to afford the treatment ahead. “Out-of-pocket health-care costs are on the rise, with some ...

The phrase "an ounce of prevention saves lives and money" means a lot to me and my family. My wife and I are diligent about talking with our doctors and ensuring we are ... activity, support tobacco-free living and improve prevention services in low-income and underserved communities. The fact is prevention is a cost saving measure. By focusing on the health of people before they get sick, we can actually save money because we won't be treating their diseases at later stages. The fund has been threatened numerous times by the White House ...

Statement of the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) Washington, D.C. – June 14, 2010 – The Obama administration today released an interim final rule detailing which health care plans will be exempt from certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act. The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN), the advocacy affiliate of the American Cancer Society, had ...