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... underway, the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) is leading efforts this session to protect and expand access to quality health care, sustain lifesaving cancer prevention measures, and reestablish Arizona as the country’s leader in tobacco control.  ACS CAN will work with ... laws to include e-cigarettes and allow stronger local ordinances.  Access to Quality Care: Ensure access to affordable, comprehensive health insurance including Arizona’s Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS); uphold biomarker testing coverage; guarantee no-cost follow-up ...

... burden for Arizonans,” said Montenegro. “Each member has been affected by cancer in one way or another and knows this disease doesn’t care about your race, gender, or which political party you belong to. It’s important we act now to ensure Arizonans have access to care and early detection, when they need it the most.”  The caucus plans to meet frequently to discuss cancer’s effect on the state’s rural, ... and Native American populations, as well as expanding access to care and early detection through the state’s Medicaid program, the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System.  “As more Arizonans continue to be diagnosed with cancer, it’s important we recognize the positive impact ...