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Michigan Legislative Cancer and BioSciences Caucus meeting on Biomarkers

The Growing Importance of Biomarkers – Improving Health, Reducing Costs. By some accounts, the future of medicine, especially precision medicine, will be predicated on the use of biomarkers – biological characteristics that can be objectively measured accurately and reproducibly with specialized tools and technologies – that can aid in understanding the prediction, ...

ND Post Legislative Session Mixer

Join the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) in North Dakota for a post legislative session mixer. We will be available to discuss the 2019 North Dakota Legislative session, our accomplishments, and future priorities to reduce the burden of cancer in North Dakota. Light appetizers will be provided. There is no cost to attend, but an RSVP is required for catering purposes. Space is limited. If you have questions or to change your RSVP, contact Kim Kuhlmann ...

CA Colorectal Cancer Coalition Lobby Day

... March 2 nd from 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., the California Colorectal Cancer Coalition (C4) is having their Lobby Day at the State Capitol.  ACS CAN is a part of the C4 coalition, along with many other organizations who are working hard to help prevent colon cancer, to help those who have been diagnosed with cancer and/or have lost someone from colon cancer.  Please see below for more information.  While ACS CAN is unable to pay for any travel expenses or costs related to C4 Lobby Day, we still encourage you to consider participating at your own ...

Utah Cancer Summit: A Focus on Cancer Research

There is no doubt about it: cancer research saves lives.  Whether it be the critical research funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the National Cancer Institute (NCI), which truly are the foundation of our national cancer research program and support research in every state, or the innovative privately funded research, cancer research matters. Join us at the 4th annual ACS CAN Utah Cancer Summit to hear from local experts about the current state of cancer research, both nationally and in Utah.  There is no cost to attend, but please register by October 9. Breakfast will be provided. Mary Beckerle, PhD CEO and Director, Huntsman Cancer Institute will ...

Day at the State House and Suits & Sneakers

... House on Tuesday, February 5th! Our day will begin at 9AM and run until around 2PM. We will be provide refreshments and training. There is no cost to attend. By joining us and speaking with your elected officials you can help us gain support for an increase in the state tobacco tax and for legislation that would prevent children from using tanning devices in SC. We will host a WebEx/ conference call on Tuesday, January 5th at 7PM to discuss the details of this event and our legislative priorities.  We have a big agenda this year and we need your help! One person can make a difference and together ...

2023 North Carolina Policy Forum

On November 14 th , the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) will host the annual Policy Forum at the SAS Executive Briefing Center in Cary, NC. This year's focus will be biomarker testing and the ... in a timely manner. Research, innovation, and public policy changes around biomarker testing have the potential to completely change the future of cancer care. Our event will bring together clinicians, advocates, and patients to discuss the benefits biomarker testing provides in patient ... a free event but donations and sponsorships will help offset our costs and fund our mission. Donate or Sponsor ACS CAN is focused on the needs of patients and ensuring that people have access to the care they need to prevent, detect and fight cancer. ACS CAN unites and empowers cancer ...

2019 North Carolina Day at the Capitol

Join passionate volunteers from across the state of North Carolina for an action-packed day as we converge on the capitol to represent our communities in the fight for a world free of cancer. ... with your state lawmakers and network with other cancer-fighting activists from all across the state.  At the Day at the State Capitol, ACS CAN volunteers will advocate for increasing access to affordable healthcare in communities across North Carolina, as well as other crucial ... part so that all North Carolinians have access to the tools that help support a healthier life.  Training & meals will be provided at no cost to participants.  No experience is required.  You must register to attend. For questions, please contact [email protected]  or ...

ACS CAN Palliative Care Policy Forum

ACS CAN and Quality of Life The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) is committed to improving the quality of life for both cancer patients and their families.  Palliative care improves quality, controls cost, and enhances patient and family satisfaction.  This care is provided by a team of doctors, nurses, and other specialists who work with the ...

ACS CAN Palliative Care Policy Forum

ACS CAN and Quality of Life The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) is committed to improving the quality of life for both cancer patients and their families.  Palliative care improves quality, controls cost, and enhances patient and family satisfaction.  This care is provided by a team of doctors, nurses, and other specialists who work with the ...

ACS CAN San Francisco Research Breakfast

... Breakfast.  This premiere event brings together leaders from the business, education, government and research communities to learn about some of the exciting cancer research that is happening in our own community, and how ACS CAN is fighting to protect national cancer research funding and advance policies that help reduce incidence and advance quality of life for those ... Cancer Center.     Adil Daud, M.D Click here for a brief article on cancer immunotherapy. Thank you to our event host While there is no cost to attend this event, there is a suggested minimum $100 donation.  For event sponsorship information, please contact Cassie Ray at ...

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