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Cost of Cancer Infographics

The Costs of Cancer 2020 report includes many graphics that illustrate the costs cancer patients face and why policymakers much find solutions. Six ... or other unwelcomed surprises like excluding coverage for a cancer diagnosis as a ‘pre-existing condition.’ For patients with cancer, this can lead to astronomical costs and difficulty affording care. Brian has Stage II lymphoma. When he has a plan that does not include ACA ... solutions to keep costs down . Download a PDF of this infographic Download a PDF of this infographic (Spanish) Insurance Disruptions & the Cost of COVID-19 The Problem The upheaval to the U.S. economy caused by the pandemic has resulted in many Americans losing their jobs and their ...

Agenda for The Costs of Cancer: ACS CAN 6th Annual New Mexico Cancer Summit

We are excited to bring you a dynamic program about the costs of cancer in New Mexico and potential policy solutions.  The Costs of Cancer: ACS CAN 6th Annual New Mexico Cancer Summit August 27, 2019 | Albuquerque Museum | 2000 Mountain Rd NW 12:45—1:00        ...

The Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas

What is the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas (CPRIT)?  Created by Texans, CPRIT’s goal is to expedite innovation in cancer research and product development, and to enhance access ... in output and 201,911 jobs in 2023.     Moreover, the Institute’s efforts to improve outcomes related to cancer prevention and treatment can lead to a significant reduction in cancer incidence and severity over time and be a catalyst to biomedical development in Texas. It is far less ... also morbidity and mortality losses are reduced.     Every $1 spent through CPRIT for screening and prevention leads to $27.82 in treatment cost savings and resulting economic benefits through earlier detection.  Texas can and must continue this historic cost and life-saving ...

ACS CAN Wisconsin opposes legislation to expand short-term, limited-duration health plans

... Exclude coverage for benefits like prescription drugs and hospitalization For cancer survivors and patients, short-term plans mean that the cost of adequate health coverage will likely skyrocket. What's worse, they could be discriminated against because of their cancer diagnosis. The ... coverage for Wisconsinites living with chronic health conditions. Wisconsinites need access to affordable, adequate health insurance so they can treat and manage their conditions. Unfortunately, STLD plans offer limited coverage and benefits, and are not required to have the same ...

ACS CAN Florida Advocacy Hub

Welcome Cancer Fighting Advocates!  You have found your way to the epicenter for all of the volunteer information for the priorites we are working on in the Sunshine State! The Florida Legislature is gearing up for the ... and our SLA is our top volunteer in the state! Welcome to the Team! A Legislative Ambassador Training Video   Media Advocacy  ACS CAN Connection -  Join our Facebook group of active volunteers to connect with volunteers from across the country, share ideas, and hear about ... - Multi-Cancer Screening Fact Sheet  - PSA Screening for HIM Act.  (HR 1300/S297) ACS CAN advocates for passage of legislation to remove cost sharing of PSA testing for those at the highest risk of being diagnosed with prostate cancer — African American men and men with a family ...

2025 ACS CAN Hawaii Cancer Action Day Training

... you for joining us to fight for lifesaving laws that will prevent cancer and protect survivors and their families.  Your involvement in ACS CAN Hawaii Cancer Action Day will help improve the lives of thousands of families across our state.  We're planning an impactful day and want to make sure you have all the materials you need to be ... Priorities Hawaii Biomarker Testing Fact Sheet Natalie's Biomarker Story Colorectal Cancer Fact Sheet New Revenues, Public Health Benefits & Cost Savings From a $1 Cigarette Tax Increase in Hawaii   * Team Meeting Assignments *: (In progress) Capitol Map   Legislative Profiles  - ...

Statement of Dick Woodruff on the Graham-Cassidy-Heller-Johnson Proposal

Statement of Dick Woodruff Senior Vice President of Federal Advocacy American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network “Hearing to Consider the ... of the Committee. My name is Dick Woodruff, Senior Vice President for Federal Advocacy of the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN). I appreciate the opportunity to testify today on behalf of cancer patients and other patients living with chronic diseases on the proposal ... to get screened for cancer and thus are more ikely to have their cancer diagnosed at an advanced stage when survival is less likely and the cost of care more expensive. 3 The Graham-Cassidy Bill Could Gut Pre-Existing Condition Protections For many years, a cancer diagnosis made it ...

West Virginia ACS CAN Innovation in Multicancer Early Detection Speaker Bios

... Panelists: Dr. Whitney Jones, MD, Medical Advisor for GRAIL, Inc. Dr. Whitney Jones is a Gastroenterologist, a former Clinical Professor of Medicine, and current adjunct Professor in the School of Public Health and information services at the University of Louisville.  He is a ... pragmatic state-based laws that lower barriers to access evidence-based CRC screening. Kentucky is the first state in the nation to mandate no cost-sharing coverage for preventative evidence-based genetic panel testing for hereditary cancers including Lynch Syndrome.  These laws have ... survivors, and health care providers. Andrea resides in Morgantown, WV with her husband James and their two children.   West Virginia ACS CAN Innovation in Multicancer Early Detection Speaker Bios ...

Thank You to Our 2023 Lights of Hope Sponsors!

We could not accomplish the critical cancer advocacy work that we do without the generosity of our sponsors.   What is Biomarker Testing? In cancer care, biomarkers are often used to help determine the best treatment for a patient . A “ biomarker ” is a sign of a normal biological process, disease or abnormal function that can be measured in blood, tissue or bodily fluid.  Biomarker testing is the analysis of a patient’s tissue, blood or other biospecimen for the ...

Fight Big Tobacco in West Virginia

Impact of Tobacco in West Virginia: The Need to Invest in Tobacco Control to Reduce Taxpayer Costs, Protect Kids, and Save Lives:   Health Costs of ... use smokeless tobacco.  • 37.8% of cancer deaths are caused by smoking.   Economic Costs of Tobacco to West Virginia Smoking is estimated to cost West Virginia $1.17 billion in direct health care costs, including $298.1 million in Medicaid costs annually.v Additionally, smoking costs the ... prevention programs has never been greater.   The Solution: Investments in Fact-Based Tobacco Control Programs & Increased Tobacco Taxes  ACS CAN urges West Virginia lawmakers to increase funding for the Division of Tobacco Prevention to $16.5 million to prevent kids from starting to use ...

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