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ACS CAN Profiles Alabama Voices of those Impacted by Medicaid Program through Launch of Digital Storybook

Today, the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) launched a collection of digital stories from individuals, families and health care professionals as part of its Medicaid Covers US project. The stories feature people directly impacted by Medicaid across several states ... features the faces and stories of those who have been helped by the program, those who could benefit from the program if they were eligible and health professionals who have seen what critical role this program plays for their patients and their health systems.   ACS CAN’s Medicaid ...

ACS CAN Profiles Kansas Voices of those Impacted by Medicaid Program through Launch of Digital Storybook

Today, the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network launched a collection of digital stories from individuals, families and health care professionals as part of its Medicaid Covers US project. The stories feature people directly impacted by Medicaid across several states ... features the faces and stories of those who have been helped by the program, those who could benefit from the program if they were eligible and health professionals who have seen what critical role this program plays for their patients and their health systems.   ACS CAN’s Medicaid ...

House Committee to Vote On Bills to Stop Harmful Insurance Rule Changes; Preserve Pre-Existing Condition Protections

... the expansion of short-term limited duration insurance (STLD) plans, help lower out of pocket costs for consumers, and protect access to health care for people with pre-existing conditions. Additionally, the committee will likely approve several proposals to address drug affordability and ... Action Network (ACS CAN) follows: “We commend the committee for moving forward with measures upholding critical patient protections under the health care law, increasing funding for navigators who help consumers find the right insurance for them, and initiating programs that will lower ...

Bringing Leaders Together in the Fight against Cancer

The United States spends $88 billion annually on cancer care, with patients paying nearly $4 billion in out-of-pocket costs. The 2019 ACS CAN health care forum examined best practices employers and other ... foster discussion and examine policies that are critical in the fight against cancer. We held our eighth annual National Forum on the Future of Health Care in April 2019 in Washington, D.C., where leaders from government, private and nonprofit organizations gathered to discuss ways to make ...

Documentary Profiling North Carolianians Left Behind by Medicaid Program Chosen for Screening at Joedance Film Festival

CHARLOTTE, NC – August 6, 2020 – With the COVID-19 pandemic shining a bright light on the importance of affordable and accessible health insurance coverage, Medicaid continues to be a central topic of discussion among public health advocates, hospital and health systems administrators, community leaders and state lawmakers. Now that conversation continues in the world ... where we show it, and one I think is more deeply felt in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic because it reiterates the importance of access to care and the role that Medicaid can play during a public health crisis.” In Left Behind , Richard, Emma and Adrienne share the difficulties of ...

Can Tech Innovation Help End Cancer?

... alterations in tumors. We also use apps on smartphones and other personal technological devices connected to broadband networks to monitor our health. Technology enables patient-centered care. As cancer care continues to evolve, so does medical technology and its use in every aspect of the care continuum. With the development of ... every day. For them, technology holds the promise of providing better access to the best cancer care available and helping to improve the way health care is delivered. Because of severe shortages of some specialty providers in rural areas, people with complex conditions such as cancer or ...

2020 Indiana Legislative Session Wrap Up

... we fought for this past session and the result of all your actions!   Tobacco Prevention Tobacco addiction remains Indiana’s leading public health threat, killing more than 11,000 Hoosiers every year. Tobacco 21:  Lawmakers approved Senate Bill 1 which raises the legal tobacco sales ... cancer in Indiana and risks are increasing for younger people. Updated screening coverage:  Lawmakers passed House Bill 1080 that requires most health plans regulated by the state to begin covering preventative colorectal cancer screenings at age 45, instead of age 50, in accordance with ... and the Purdue University. The bill, Senate Bill 66, passed the Senate unanimously, but failed to advance out of the House.   Access to Health Care Ensuring Hoosiers have access to affordable care and medications is an important step in reducing the cancer burden. Improved access to ...

Medicaid Covers North Carolina

Watch the trailer for Left Behind: Health and Hope in North Carolina Medicaid Covers US is a conversation about Medicaid and the role it plays in the health and well-being of our families, friends, and communities. We’re sharing stories and creating conversations about how having health insurance through Medicaid helps Americans stay healthy, go to work and care for their families. When we ensure that people get the care they need, our communities – our hospitals, schools and economy – thrive. Join ...

Leading Cancer Advocacy Organization Urges Colorado’s Senate Candidates to Make Fighting Cancer a National Priority

... Senate candidates to state their positions on cancer issues such as cancer research funding and access to health care, including rural cancer care. ACS CAN also issued an invitation to Sen. Gardner’s opponent, John Hickenlooper, to meet with volunteers.  “Lawmakers have the power to approve public health policies that help prevent, diagnose and treat cancer, as well as to ensure that cancer patients and survivors like me maintain access to ...

2018 West Virginia Legislative Priorities

... of the American Cancer Society.  ACS CAN supports evidence-based policy and legislative solutions designed to eliminate cancer as a major health problem for all West Virginians. The following highlights ACS CAN WV 2018 legislative priorities Quality of Life Better Health, Better Care, Lower Cost: Support Palliative Care Legislation Palliative care provides a coordinated, team-based approach among medical professionals to ...

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