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House Narrowly Upholds President's Second Veto of Children's Health Bill and Tobacco Tax Increase

... Representatives today failed to secure enough votes to override President Bush’s second veto of legislation expanding the State Children’s Health Insurance Program (SCHIP). “The bill would expand the number of children covered by SCHIP by raising the federal cigarette tax by 61 ... stand with the President did so at the expense of disadvantaged children. This is a tremendous opportunity lost, not only for the kids who need health care but for all Americans who would benefit from the enormous lifesaving potential of an increase in the federal tobacco tax.  “In the last few ...

New Poll: Majority of Arizona Voters say Access to Affordable, Comprehensive Health Coverage is a Factor this Election

... Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) shows 8 in 10 or 82% of voters in Arizona view a candidate’s position on access to affordable, comprehensive health coverage as a vote-determining factor. The poll findings showed a majority of voters feel the health care system is not meeting the needs of most of the state’s residents. Conducted by Public Opinion Strategies and Hart Research, this poll is a ...

Delegate Westfall files legislation aimed at improving health outcomes in West Virginia

... its benefits, access to biomarker testing has not kept pace with the rate of innovation due to several barriers, including lack of coverage by health insurance and Medicaid programs, which this legislation would fix. “This bill expands coverage of biomarker testing so more West Virginia ... advocacy affiliate, ACS CAN has successfully advocated for billions of dollars in cancer research funding, expanded access to quality affordable health care, and advanced proven tobacco control measures. We’re more determined than ever to stand together with our volunteers to end cancer as we ...

New Law Allows College Students to Keep Their Health Coverage in the Event of Medical Leave

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Oct. 9, 2009 -- Critical legislation taking effect today will protect full-time college students from losing their health insurance in the event of a serious medical condition.  Michelle’s Law, signed by former President Bush one year ago, allows college students to take up to 12 months of medical leave from school without the risk of being dropped from a parent's health insurance plan. The law is named after Michelle Morse, who was a student at Plymouth State University in New Hampshire when she was ... mother and American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) volunteer.  “Michelle’s Law plugged one hole, but the health care system has many more problems that leave too many people struggling to access and afford the care they need.” AnnMarie Morse worked ...

Elk River representative introduces bill to improve palliative care statewide

ST. PAUL, Minn. (Jan. 19, 2017)—Rep. Nick Zerwas, R-Elk River, today introduced a bill that would establish an advisory council on palliative care.   “Minnesota is known for its high quality healthcare, but we still have work to do on the experience patients have,” Rep. Zerwas explained, “Palliative care focuses on patients’ goals for their lives, first and foremost, and then designs treatments to match those goals. We need to see more of ... 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 ...

National Patient Groups Welcome Supreme Court Announcement to Review Affordable Care Act

... the following statement today in response to the announcement that the U.S. Supreme Court will consider the constitutionality of the Affordable Care Act. The American Cancer Society, American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network, American Diabetes Association and American Heart Association ... against people with pre-existing conditions, rely on the individual responsibility requirement. These provisions significantly improve the health care system for chronic disease patients and their families by expanding access to quality, affordable health care; reducing the cost burden on families; and refocusing the system to emphasize prevention. “For decades our organizations have worked ...

Legislators Urged to Protect Health of Mississippi Residents By Increasing Taxes on Tobacco

Patients, survivors, and concerned citizens gathered at the State Capitol today to urge lawmakers to stand up for the health of their constituents by increasing the price of tobacco products through a $1.50 per pack cigarette tax increase and parallel increase in ... anniversary of the American Cancer Society’s Great American Smokeout and hosted by Invest in a Healthier Future, a coalition of more than 20 health organizations leading the effort to reduce the burden of tobacco use in Mississippi through an increase in the state’s tobacco tax.   ... but it would benefit fiscal health as well. Increasing the cigarette tax by this amount will save an estimated $1.01 billion in long-term health care costs.  And, by increasing the tax on other tobacco products to parallel levels at the same time, the combined new annual revenue from the ...

33 Health Organizations Urge Congress to Update Oversight Rules for Laboratory Developed Tests

... all diagnostic tests, including laboratory developed tests (LDTs). The groups, which represent patients, scientists, advocates, caregivers, and health care professionals, also want the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to play a central role in future oversight of such tests. LDTs are tests ... Cancer Society Cancer Action Network Phone: (202) 585-3278 or (202) 661-5772 Email: [email protected] or [email protected] 33 Health Organizations Urge Congress to Update Oversight Rules for Laboratory Developed Tests ...

Administration Announces Second Round of Affordable Care Act Funding for Critical Prevention Programs

WASHINGTON, D.C. – February 9, 2011 – The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services today announced the allotment of $750 million for fiscal year 2011 for prevention programs that are critical to the fight against cancer. This is the second year funds have been allocated from the Prevention and Public Health Fund, which was created by the Affordable Care Act. Following is a statement from the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN): “The funding announced today includes ...

The Future of Cancer Care: Breakthroughs, Advances and the Importance of Access

... Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) will hold a virtual policy forum on September 30, 2020 to spotlight “The Future of Cancer Care: Breakthroughs, Advances and the Importance of Access”.  The free event will be held 5:30-6:45 p.m. and is open to the public.  The event will feature remarks from Johnese Spisso, RN, MPA, President of UCLA Health , and a panel discussion moderated by Dr. Michael Teitell, Director of the UCLA Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center , with a group of ... , Regional Chief, Hematology/Oncology, Kaiser Permanente-Southern California • Dr. Maggie DiNome , Chief of Breast Surgery, Director of Breast Health, UCLA Medical Center • Zul Surani , Associate Director, Research Center for Health Equity, Cedars Sinai Medical Center Biographical ...

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