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... the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) led an amicus (or friend-of-the-court) brief on behalf of key national public health groups in support of plaintiffs in the American Academy of Pediatrics v. Kennedy  lawsuit. This case is pending at the U.S. Court of ... community vaccination to safely participate in daily life activities such as attending school, working outside the home and seeking medical care.  Below are excerpts from the amicus brief highlighting the groups’ concerns and urging the court to side with the plaintiffs: “Vaccinations play a critical role in promoting public health, preventing serious illnesses and protecting millions of people with serious conditions that compromise their immune systems or otherwise ...

Raleigh, N.C. —The struggle to access adequate health care in North Carolina is the subject of a new documentary by the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN). The film highlights hardworking individuals and families across North Carolina—who currently do not make enough money to afford quality health insurance but make too much to qualify for Medicaid—thus falling into what’s known as the Medicaid coverage gap.   WHAT: The ...

... adjustment programs and ensure Ohioans receive the total value of prescription drug assistance to afford their treatments, improving access to care for Ohioans.  “Many cancer patients and individuals living with chronic medical conditions have difficulty affording the cost of their ... 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 ...

... this month, Governor Lamont gave his annual state budget address which proposed a 50% cut over the next two years to the state’s Tobacco Health and Trust Fund (THTF). This morning, a public hearing will be held to address this and other proposed cuts. The following statement can be ... “Fact-based, statewide tobacco prevention and cessation programs equip people with the tools to stop using tobacco, educate on the negative health outcomes associated with tobacco products and help dismantle the systemic disparities perpetuated by the tobacco industry. Why would anyone ... 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 0 ...