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Cancer Advocates Rally in Support of Tobacco Education
... the death, disease, disability and other harms caused by smoking and other tobacco use. They also save money by reducing tobacco-related health care costs. ACS CAN also is supporting the Governor’s budget request of $13.2 million for the state breast and cervical cancer screening ... affiliate of the American Cancer Society, supports evidence-based policy and legislative solutions designed to eliminate cancer as a major health problem. ACS CAN works to encourage elected officials and candidates to make cancer a top national priority. ACS CAN gives ordinary people ...
Maryland Cancer Group Urges State Legislators to Make Tobacco Control a Priority, Same Day as General Assembly Flavored Tobacco Hearing
... Big Tobacco relentlessly target our state’s youth. We cannot afford any delay tactics in Maryland—we need a bill that protects the health of our youth and constituents. It’s time to finally end the sale of all flavored tobacco products.” Related to the tobacco tax increase bill Collins said, “It’s a win-win-win for constituents’ health and the Maryland economy. If the bill is passed, it is projected to increase annual state revenue by $97.43 million and would decrease the long-term health care cost savings from adult and youth smoking by $1.11 billion. A $2 per pack cigarette tax increase is also estimated to decrease smoking in ...
We Did It! Two Legislative Priority Bills pass!
... Die —the last day of the 90-day, Maryland General Assembly Session—as we processed the loss of Maryland House Speaker Michael Busch, a true health care champion. It is fitting that we made so much progress this year. This year marked my first session as the American Cancer Society Cancer ...
MD/DC outpace VA in Implementing Proven Cancer-Fighting Policies
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Virginia lags behind Maryland and D.C. in implementing proven cancer-fighting public health policies according to a new report released today by the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN). The Virginia ... the home state for Altria, parent company of Philip Morris USA, would fall short in tobacco-fighting policies, lawmakers must act to reverse the health and economic toll that these products take on citizens of the Commonwealth.” Based on data from the National Vital Statistics System from ... Cervical Cancer Early Detection Funding Red Green Yellow Access to Palliative Care Yellow ...
2022 Maryland General Assembly Session Summary
... cancer requires bold new public policies that promote cancer prevention, early detection of cancer, and expand access to quality, affordable health care. Lawmakers make many decisions that impact the lives of Maryland residents touched by cancer and their leadership is vital to defeating this ... ACS CAN advocated for the passage of SB 51, in which, created the Maryland Pediatric Cancer Fund within the Maryland Department of Health (MDH). Funds may only be used to provide grants to eligible physicians, hospitals, laboratories, educational institutions, and other ...
Celebrating Survivors and Researchers
... cancer research, which will lead to a better understanding of breast cancer, the importance of early detection and treatment, as well as patient care. Attendees at the Breakfast were also encouraged to sign a petition to urge the Governor to protect funding for the Maryland Breast and ... Center, Sanofi-aventis, St. Joseph Medical Center, Baltimore Ravens, Greater Baltimore Medical Center, MileOne, Pfizer, Bon Secours Baltimore Health System, Carroll Hospital, Georgetown Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center, Johns Hopkins Medicine, and St. Agnes Cancer Institute. ...
General Assembly Reaches Consensus on Copay Accumulator Reform, Bill Awaits Governor’s Signature
... 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, ...
Cancer Survivors to Maryland Lawmakers: ‘Make All Copays Count,’ Protect against Threats to Patient Access to Lifesaving Medication
... 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 ...
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