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North Carolina Falling Short on Cancer-Fighting Public Policies in 2018
... cancer prevention efforts, curb tobacco use, prioritize the quality of life for patients and their families and increase access to critical health coverage.” How Do You Measure Up? rates states in nine specific areas of public policy that can help fight cancer, including increased access to care through Medicaid, funding for cancer screening programs, smoke-free laws, cigarette tax levels, funding for tobacco prevention and cessation ... to access legitimate pain care. Additionally, the report offers a blueprint for how North Carolina can work within the current federal health care law on state-based approaches to improve access to affordable and adequate health coverage for cancer patients and their families. It ...
Gov. Cooper Signs New Law Regulating Step Therapy, Putting Cancer Patients First
... “We’re extremely grateful for the Legislature’s commitment to provide proper protections for cancer patients and survivors against the health risks associated with step therapy. At a time when many are experiencing delayed treatment as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, the step therapy reform language in SB 361 is an encouraging and crucial step in improving access to high-quality cancer care. The legislation is a life-saver for North Carolianians by requiring a clear protocol for physicians to exempt patients from step therapy when ... of care have always been critical for cancer patients and survivors, never more so than during a pandemic. As we continue to navigate the global health crisis and address its effects on cancer mortality rates, we look forward to keeping the momentum next session and working with lawmakers to ...
North Carolina Becomes 40th State to Expand Medicaid, In Swift Final Vote by House
RALEIGH, NC – March 23, 2022 – On the 13th anniversary of the Affordable Care Act, the North Carolina legislature today – in a 87-24 vote – voted to expand Medicaid, making North Carolina the 40th state to increase eligibility for Medicaid health coverage and one of the first to do so following the federal incentives for such action as part of the American Rescue Plan passed by ... cancer and struggles of those who fall into the coverage gap were heard by state legislators who responded by taking lifesaving action to make health coverage more accessible and affordable now – and for generations to come. We are proud of all of our passionate volunteers and partners ...
North Carolina Senate Passes Legislation That Will Hurt Cancer Patients and Survivors
Today, the North Carolina Senate voted to approve legislation that would exempt self-funded, nonprofit health plans from all state and federal insurance regulation. Under the bill, these plans would be able charge people more based on their health history or age, exclude coverage for essential health services like prescription drugs or hospitalization; and set arbitrary annual or ... patients and survivors would once again face exorbitant premiums or be required to pay so much for coverage that they are unable to afford the care they need. “Those who do enroll in these plans are likely to find their coverage entirely inadequate should they face an unexpected ...
2022 NC Policy Forum
The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) will host its 2022 Policy Forum on Medicaid Expansion’s Impact on Cancer Care in NC . This event will bring together leaders in the health, business, and policy sectors from across North Carolina. This year, 65,320 North Carolinians will hear the words "You have cancer." And ... that has been set aside for this purpose. The impact that Medicaid expansion would have in North Carolina is enormous: 600,000 people would gain health coverage 37,200 jobs would be created $2 billion in federal funding would come into the state Please join us for a robust discussion on ...
Leading Cancer Advocacy Organization Urges North Carolina U.S. Senate Candidates to Make Fighting Cancer a National Priority
... to cancer. ACS CAN also issued an invitation to Cal Cunningham to meet with volunteers. Each individual shared how they have been affected by health care policies in hopes of educating the candidate on key issues. Participants included and spoke to Sen. Tillis about the following: (5:20 – ... dollar that we invest in research I believe has a return on investment. That’s why I’ve supported increases to the National Institute of Health and will continue to.” “We need to recognize this ecosystem of research is critically important for us to get the therapies and the ...
Senate Passes Medicaid Expansion; Cancer Advocates Express Encouragement as Legislation Moves to Final House Vote
... ensuring affordable, quality coverage for over 600,000 North Carolinians as well as those who will be disenrolled once federal protections for health care expire at the end of the month. “On behalf of the thousands of cancer patients we represent as well as their families, we’re encouraged by the legislature’s swift and public support to ‘get the job done’ to ensure adequate access to care this year and are eager to see the bill pass through its final vote by the House.” 0 Statement by the American Cancer Society Cancer ...
2020 North Carolina Legislative Priorities
... 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 North Carolinians touched by cancer and their leadership is vital to defeating this ... cancer. Ensuring Access to Quality Care Medicaid Expansion : ACS CAN will advocate for low-income individuals and families to have access to health care coverage through state Medicaid programs. We will support policies that preserve access to Medicaid for low-income parents and adults ...
New Legislative Committee Brings Renewed Hope for Saving Lives from Cancer
... Medicaid expansion review committee. Now more than ever, we need strong and informed policy that recognizes the science behind accessible care and its impact on the health of North Carolinians as a driving factor in cancer survivorship. “Cancer isn’t partisan. And its impact in our state can’t be ... a pivotal moment in the fight. “On behalf of all North Carolinians touched by cancer, we thank committee members for their work on access to health care thus far and in the months to come as members of the special committee.” Medicaid expansion was a priority issue last session that ...
American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network Priority 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. All individuals deserve to live full, healthy lives now and long after the ... is advocating for legislation that will have the most impact in reducing the cancer burden in the state including: Ensuring Access to Quality Care: ACS CAN will advocate for low-income individuals and families to have access to health insurance coverage through state Medicaid programs and support policies that preserve funding and access to Medicaid for low-income parents ...