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2020 Utah Priority Issues
... curable life-threatening diseases – but only if we take the steps necessary to prevent it outright, detect it early, and improve access to care. To this end, the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) in Utah is working on the following legislative priorities in support of our mission to end cancer as a major health problem. Skin Cancer Prevention Indoor Tanning Devices: The greatest known risk factor for skin cancer is the use of indoor tanning ... Unfortunately, the desire for a tanned appearance still causes many people, especially young adults and teenagers, to ignore the serious health risks and warning and use indoor tanning devices. ACS CAN is supporting legislation in 2020 that would prohibit anyone under the age of 18 ...
Utah Cancer Survivors Needed for Surveys to Shape Public Policy Efforts
... The survey project, which started in 2019, has provided invaluable insight on issues including the cost of prescription drugs, access to health coverage, surprise medical bills and the effect of the coronavirus pandemic on cancer patients’ access to care. "Survivor Views has proven to be an incredible resource for providing policymakers and the press with timely and insightful perspectives on ... 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 ...
Utah Cancer Survivors Needed for Surveys to Shape Public Policy Efforts
... The survey project, which started in 2019, has provided invaluable insight on issues including the cost of prescription drugs, access to health coverage, surprise medical bills and the effect of the coronavirus pandemic on cancer patients’ access to care. "Survivor Views has proven to be an incredible resource for providing policymakers and the press with timely and insightful perspectives on ... 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 ...
Utah Cancer Summit: Utah's Tobacco Burden and Potential Policy Solutions
... Burden and Potential Policy Solutions. Tobacco use remains the number one cause of preventable death in Utah. $542 million in annual health care costs in Utah can be attributed to smoking. Join us to hear about the impact that tobacco use has on our state, the latest data showing ... Intermountain Healthcare 9:30am-9:45am Tobacco Use in Utah, Braden Ainsworth, Tobacco Prenvention and Control Program, Utah Department of Health 9:45am-10:30am Panel Discussion, Steve Hanson, Salt Lake County Health Department, Joyce Ah You, The Queen Center, Jordan Osborne, ACS CAN ...
New Report: Utah Falls Short on Public Policies to Fight Cancer
... cancer prevention efforts, curb tobacco use, prioritize the quality of life for patients and their families, and increase access to critical health coverage,” said Brook Carlisle, government relations director for ACS CAN in Utah. "I’m particularly concerned about Utah’s red, or ... and mortality from skin cancer, Utah must pass legislation to prohibit the use of indoor tanning devices by those under the age of 18. The World Health Organization categories tanning devices as “carcinogenic to humans”—its highest cancer risk category and the same category as ... harmful devices." How Do You Measure Up? rates states in eight specific areas of public policy that can help fight cancer: increased access to care through Medicaid, access to palliative care, balanced pain control policies, cigarette tax levels, smoke-free laws, funding for tobacco ...
October 24: ACS CAN Utah Policy Summit Highlights Youth Tobacco and E-cigarette Epidemic, Potential Policy Solutions
... roughly 1,300 Utah adults will die from smoking and 800 kids under age 18 will become new daily smokers. Additionally, $542 million in annual health care costs in Utah can be attributed to smoking. On Thursday, October 24, the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) in Utah hosts ... including the alarming epidemic of youth e-cigarette use, and examine potential policy solutions. Medical experts, state legislators and public health advocates will discuss the impact of tobacco in Utah, the latest data showing tobacco use among Utah’s youth and evidence-based public ...
2024 ACS CAN Utah Cancer Summit: Reducing the Burden of Tobacco
... Network (ACSCAN) will host its annual Utah Cancer Summit on September 10, 2024. This event will bring together key leaders and decisionmakers in health care, the community, government, research, and academia to discuss the burden of tobacco in Utah and potential policy solutions aimed at reducing ... is interested in sponsoring this event. Thank you to our sponsors for making this event possible. Silver Sponsors Amgen Intermountain Health Society of Utah Medical Oncologists Bronze Sponsors Merck Sanofi 0 ...
2020 Legislative Session Summary
... curable life-threatening diseases – but only if we take the steps necessary to prevent it outright, detect it early, and improve access to care. To this end, the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) in Utah worked on the following legislative priorities in support of our mission to end cancer as a major health problem. Skin Cancer Prevention HB 34 Tanning for Minors: The greatest known risk factor for skin cancer is the use of indoor tanning ... Unfortunately, the desire for a tanned appearance still causes many people, especially young adults and teenagers, to ignore the serious health risks and warnings and use indoor tanning devices. ACS CAN supports legislation that prohibits anyone under the age of 18 from using an ...
Utah Cancer Advocates Rally Lawmakers at State Capitol for ‘Cancer Action Day’
... for patients and survivors in memory of my brother and in honor of my sister. I see the difference early detection and access to quality health care can make. I believe everyone deserves that no matter where they’re from or their background.” Volunteer advocates spoke with lawmakers ...
New Report: Utah Falls Short on Public Policies to Fight Cancer in 2018
... year." 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 ... 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 ...
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