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Analysis of Marketplace Cancer Drug Coverage Shows Consumers Face Information Barriers on Cost and Coverage

Washington, D.C., February 22, 2017—Cancer patients trying to select the best health insurance plan through the market places continue to face challenges in determining prescription drug coverage and cost-sharing information ... and quantity limits - on common cancer drugs. ACS CAN recommends several policies that could improve drug coverage and transparency in any health care system. These include monitoring formularies to ensure plans are not discriminating against patients with high-cost conditions like cancer; ...

New Report: Failure by Southern State Legislators on Tobacco Policies Leads to Higher Tobacco Use, Greater Cancer Burden

... of cigarette smoking, according to the American Cancer Society (ACS). Given this, the state’s biggest opportunity to save lives and reduce health care costs would be increasing the price of cigarettes by $1.00 or more per pack.  “Alabama’s excise tax on cigarettes hasn’t been increased ... increase to the tobacco tax would not only lower tobacco-use rates but also have the added benefit of saving the state millions of dollars in health care costs.”   Based on data from the National Vital Statistics System from 2010 to 2014, the lung cancer mortality rate in the 12 ...

2020 ACS CAN Alabama Day at the Capitol

... and control, including e-cigarettes. - Creating a Study Commission to investigate barriers and opportunities relating to patient transport to health care. - Advocating for adequate funding and expanded coverage for Medicaid programs. Join us in Montgomery and share your cancer story.  0 ...

Statement on Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey’s Lung Cancer Diagnosis

... to advocate for bold public policies that promote cancer prevention, early detection of cancer, and expanding access to quality, affordable health care.”   “Our hearts are with Gov. Ivey and her family,” said Campbell. “We will continue to work with lawmakers to pass measures that ... three million volunteers saving lives and fighting for every birthday threatened by every cancer in every community. As the largest voluntary health organization, the Society's efforts have contributed to a 20 percent decline in cancer death rates in the U.S. since 1991, and a 50 percent ...

Alabamaians Join Hundreds of Cancer Patients, Survivors Nationwide to Call on Congress: Make Cancer a National Priority

... the advocates were as dedicated as ever to critical issues, including increased cancer research and prevention funding, keeping Affordable Care Act tax credits and supporting the Multi-Cancer Early Detection Screening Coverage Act.   “Cancer hasn’t stopped, so neither have we. ... addition to urging lawmakers to boost research and prevention funding, ACS CAN volunteers also encourage lawmakers to ensure that the Affordable Care Act tax credits that are scheduled to expire at the end of 2022 are made permanent and to cosponsor the Medicare Multi-Cancer Early Detection ... advocacy 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 ...

Advocates to Gather at Statehouse for Cancer Action Day

... We are asking lawmakers to change that by enacting policies that close the coverage gap and expand healthcare access. Studies show having health insurance is the top indicator of cancer survival. WHO:                  Cancer survivors, patients and ACS CAN volunteer ... 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 stand with our volunteers, working to make cancer a top priority for policymakers in cities, ...

Alabama Research Policy Luncheon

... and state priority.    The ACS CAN Alabama Research Luncheon is a premiere event that brings together leaders from business, education, health care, government and research communities to advance the work of ACS CAN. This event will be part of a larger event to showcase cancer research ...

American Cancer Society Cancer Action Networks Calls for Action in Alabama to Help People Quit Tobacco

... survivors are marking the American Cancer Society's 47 th annual Great American Smokeout® today by calling on state officials to protect the health of Alabama residents by investing in the state’s tobacco cessation program to support adults who wish to quit.   “Nearly 70% of people ... It should be noted that the damage tobacco inflicts upon our state is not limited to death and disease. In Alabama alone, annual health care costs related to smoking last year totaled an overwhelming $2.19 billion.  “As Big Tobacco has been working hard to addict future ...

American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network Priorities for 2021 Legislative Session

... dive into the first day of the 2021 legislative session, the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) looks ahead to what public health initiatives our lawmakers can accomplish in the new year. Alabama has the opportunity to do more in ensuring adequate and affordable access to care including preventive cancer screenings. Such action would come at a critical time for families who are experiencing the heavy economic effects ... for an expansion of Medicaid eligiblity, up to 138% above the federal poverty line, providing state residents a pathway to comprehensive health insurance coverage, critical in the fight against cancer. Increasing Funding for State Screening Programs: Colorectal and breast cancer ...

Cancer Survivors Mark Great American Smokeout by Calling for Passage of Strong Tobacco Control Legislation

... survivors marked the American Cancer Society’s (ACS) 43 rd annual Great American Smokeout today by calling on state lawmakers to protect the health of Alabama residents by passing strong tobacco control legislation. Only by tackling tobacco use through a comprehensive approach can we ... years ago by a federal judge who found that Big Tobacco had violated civil racketeering laws, lied to the American public for decades about the health effects of smoking and intentionally manipulated their products to make them more addictive. These corrective statements are a powerful ... products remains the nation’s number one cause of preventable death, killing more than 480,000 Americans and costing $289 billion in health care costs and lost productivity annually. In Alabama, tobacco is responsible for 3,183 deaths each year.   About ACS CAN The American Cancer ...

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