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Courage in Action: Cancer Survivors Unite at State Capitol to Advocate for Change
... lawmakers to make cancer a policy priority. “As a breast cancer survivor, I know the importance of preventing cancer and improving access to care all too well,” said Maggie Powell, cancer survivor and American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) volunteer. “In Springfield ... demographic groups such as people of color, women and older adults. This disparity hampers the relevance of study findings and perpetuates health care inequities, as treatments may be less effective across diverse populations. Colorectal cancer is the second-leading cause of cancer deaths in ...
It is Time to Reduce the Burden of Cancer on Illinoisans
... is funded at 1 million annually and ACS CAN is asking that the funding be increased to 1.5 million annually to help more Illinoisans access care to help detect and treat colorectal cancer. “To further reduce the burden of cancer in Illinois, ACS CAN is asking lawmakers to support ... 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 we ...
It is Time to Reduce the Burden of Cancer on Illinoisans
... is funded at 1 million annually and ACS CAN is asking that the funding be increased to 1.5 million annually to help more Illinoisans access care to help detect and treat colorectal cancer. “To further reduce the burden of cancer in Illinois, ACS CAN is asking lawmakers to support ... 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 we ...
Courage in Action: Cancer Survivors Unite at State Capitol to Advocate for Change
... running to make cancer a policy priority. “As a breast cancer survivor, I know the importance of preventing cancer and improving access to care all too well,” said Maggie Powell, cancer survivor and American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) volunteer. “In Springfield ... on other tobacco products by cosponsoring Senate Bill 2338 and House Bill 3606, given the devastating toll of tobacco use on Illinoisans’ health. These pieces of legislation would tax all tobacco products at an equal rate to cigarettes. The tax on all tobacco products must be ...