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Statement on NY Cig Tax Injunction
... McGee 716-689-6982 x103 (office) 716-523-6874 (cell) [email protected] For Immediate Release: Injunction Delays Tax Collection, Delays Health Gains Statement from Donald Distasio, CEO, American Cancer Society of NY & NJ, regarding Federal District Court injunction halting tax ... they won’t be able to obtain cheaper, untaxed packs through reservations. But for now, many smokers will continue to suffer deteriorating health because they still have access to low-cost cigarettes, prolonging their deadly addiction. “Earlier this summer, New York took the lead ... full benefit, the tax must be collected everywhere cigarettes are sold. The impact of universal collection would be huge in lives spared, health care dollars saved and revenue raised for health programs. “The American Cancer Society is confident that the state has the legal authority to ...
MEDIA ADVISORY--ACS CAN to Hold Moment of Silence Honoring 37 New Yorkers Lost Daily to a Cancer Linked to Cigarette Smoking
... smoking and the number of cases and deaths from those cancers each year between 2015-2019 according to the New York State Department of Health Cancer Registry. ACS CAN will release the analysis surrounded by Lights of Hope, displaying 37 candles for the 37 New Yorkers who will die ... 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 ...
Cancer Society on State of State Address
... Statement from Donald Distasio, CEO, American Cancer Society of NY & NJ, in response to Governor Cuomo’s State of the State Address. “Health care is a huge drain on New York State’s wallet, but some programs, like the NYS Tobacco Control Program (TCP) and the NYS Cancer Services ... New Yorkers and, when needed, provides access to life-saving treatment they couldn’t otherwise afford. According to the NYS Department of Health, by detecting breast cancer at an earlier stage when it's more easily treated, the CSP saves nearly $50 million a year in treatment costs. ...
New Report Outlines Disparities in Menthol Use & Tobacco-Related Disease, Prompting Calls to End Sale of Menthol Cigarettes in NYC
... finds that the design and aggressive marketing of flavored tobacco products, including menthol cigarettes, has driven tobacco-related health disparities, reigniting calls in New York City to end the sale of menthol cigarettes. Menthol cigarettes are the most popular type of ... Efforts to end the sale of menthol cigarettes in New York City date back several years and reflect the voices of many medical, public health, religious and civil rights leaders. The latest report affirms the importance of such a push. “This report should serve as a serious ... 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, ...
January Advocacy Round-up
... recognizes leadership in broad based policy change in the fight against cancer, a cause that Don Gemson, MD, MPH, an ACS board member, public health advocate, Columbia University professor and corporate health leader, embraced throughout his vibrant career. Last year's award was presented to New York State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli. Completed ... week of September 12th, just prior to this year's national ACS CAN lobby day. Stay tuned for much more on this exciting effort. Affordable Care Act Last week the White House announced the appointment of John Seffrin to the advisory group to the newly created National Prevention, Health ...
ACS CAN EXCLUSIVE: Preview of Tomorrow's Budget
... untaxed cigarette sales to non-Indians from the reservations. 2. His budget, to be unveiled Tuesday, will include two of our key Access to Care agenda items: ---Increase Family Health Plus eligibility to 200% of the poverty level, (approx. $20,000 for an indiv.) -EZ pass public insurance sign-ups, eliminating fingerprints ...
Flavors Hook Kids NY Tweet to Action Page
... City Council Speaker Corey Johnson will not bring Intro 1345 to a vote unless he hears from more New Yorkers. Let him know via Twitter that you care about reducing the impact of menthol cigarettes in New York City and want him to restrict menthol cigarettes now. Note: You must have a ... 2,600 New Yorkers die from lung cancer every year. By restricting the sale of menthol cigarettes we can save lives. @NYCSpeakerCoJo put public health first and bring Intro 1345 to a vote. #MentholHooksKidsNYC More than 4 out of 5 young adult (18 to 24) tobacco users started with flavored ... cigarettes would prevent more youth from getting hooked by Big Tobacco. @NYCSpeakerCoJo must bring Intro 1345 to a vote #MentholHooksKidsNYC Health care professionals are dedicated to promoting the health of all New Yorkers. They do their part every day in the fight against ...
ACS CAN Reacts to Governor Hochul’s 2023-24 Executive Budget Proposal
... cigarettes and all other flavored tobacco products. In addition to saving New York State hundreds of millions of dollars in smoking-related health care costs and generating millions in revenue that can be put toward evidence-based tobacco cessation programs, an increase to the cigarette tax will result in significant health benefits, including saving over 15,300 lives and reducing the number of adults who currently smoke by 44,800. “Governor Hochul’s ...
New York Senate Promises to Advance Legislation Improving New Yorkers’ Access to Paid Leave, Advocates Urge Assembly to Follow Suit
... to the state’s existing paid medical leave program. They called on lawmakers to ensure that workers receive a livable wage, job protection, health insurance continuation and the opportunity to take time-off intermittently. Today, the same advocates are applauding the Senate’s efforts ... is almost impossible. I am pleased that the Senate will take this incredibly important step to ensure that cancer patients can focus on their health and not have to worry about losing their jobs or feeding their families. It is now time for the Assembly to do the same.” ### About ACS ... 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-Fighting Advocates Mark Great American Smokeout® by Calling for Action to Prevent Tobacco Addiction
... Cancer Society's 47 th annual Great American Smokeout® on Thursday, November 17 by calling on state and local elected officials to protect the health of every New York resident by implementing stronger tobacco control legislation. Tobacco use is still the leading preventable cause of disease and death in the U.S., and smoking is now linked to at least 12 types of cancers, including lung, liver and colorectal cancers. These health outcomes are evident in New York with the state losing around 28,000 residents to smoking each year. “There are several avenues that New ... 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 ...