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As Open Enrollment Approaches, Tens of Millions of People, Including Cancer Patients and Survivors, are Faced with Skyrocketing Premiums for 2026

Washington, D.C. –  Open Enrollment for most of the Health Insurance Marketplaces begins tomorrow, Saturday, November 1, and because Congress still has not extended the enhanced premium tax credits, ... premium increases.  The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) has long advocated for Congress to extend the enhanced health care tax credits, which help make comprehensive health insurance more affordable for 24 million people who buy coverage through the ...

Advocates Travel to Capitol, Urge Legislators To Know the Toll of Big Tobacco

... Network (ACS CAN) volunteer advocates from across the state today urged lawmakers to take a stand against Big Tobacco and to prioritize the health and quality of life of Wyomingites over distant corporations that reap massive profits from peddling deadly, addictive products in the ... average. These products are highly addictive, and it can be difficult for people to quit once they have started. “Wyoming is in the midst of a health care crisis and, as is true in every single state, tobacco is a big part of those spiraling costs -- annual health care costs caused by smoking in ...

Survivor Views: Patient Satisfaction by Gender

... August 27-September 12, 2022, the latest survey explores cancer patients’ and survivors’ experiences with diagnosis and addressing their health concerns. The web-based survey was conducted among 1,236 patients and survivors nationwide diagnosed with or treated for cancer in the last ... at a 95% confidence level. Key Findings Overall, the vast majority of cancer patients and survivors are very confident in the quality of their care and comfortable with their relationship with their provider, however women are about twice as likely as men to report feeling only ... are positive, more than a quarter of those who were diagnosed after experiencing symptoms related to their cancer felt that their initial health concerns or symptoms were not taken “very” seriously. Women are more likely than men to report such experiences (31% vs. 21%). One-third ...

Senator Saviello Receives Distinguished Advocacy Award for Excellence in Cancer-Fighting Public Policy

... prestigious honor bestowed by the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) in recognition of his commitment to increase access to care and improve the quality of life for cancer patients in Maine.  The award is presented by ACS CAN, the advocacy affiliate of the American ... to continuing to work together to save lives in Maine.”  “I am truly touched for being recognized for my efforts to ensure ALL Mainers have health care to fight cancer. It is a disease that knows no human boundaries: rich or poor, black or white, young or old,” said Sen. Saviello. “This award reinforces my efforts to make sure that everyone has access to the health care they need.”  ACS CAN applauds Sen. Saviello’s determination to enact meaningful legislation that benefits public health and saves ...

American Cancer Society Statement: American Cancer Society Ready to Play a Lead Role in Providing Patient Navigation Training and Certification Standards

... get the training and certification needed so this essential support can be more widely accessed as a covered service. Successful navigation of health care barriers for patients undergoing cancer treatment involves the deployment of skills and care plans unique to other diseases like heart failure ... individuals. Prioritizing patient navigation is particularly important to achieve the  President’s Cancer Moonshot  goals of cancer health equity, as the greatest impact of professional navigators is often addressing the needs of under-resourced or marginalized communities. ...

​​​​​​​American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network Applauds December 1 as Monumental Day for North Carolina

... through Medicaid expansion. Hundreds of thousands of people will no longer live in the coverage gap, causing them to die younger than those with health insurance. The majority of people living in the gap are people of color. “Medicaid expansion opens the door for people to access critical preventive and follow-up care that means more people will survive and thrive after a cancer diagnosis,” said ACS CAN North Carolina Government Relations Director John ... it’s important for people to know the rules of eligibility have changed. Interested parties should submit an application and look at health insurance options. Our website has more information about how to enroll and where you can schedule an in-person appointment for help. ACS ...

Tobacco Prevention and Cessation Funding in North Carolina

Tobacco Prevention Funding Saves Lives and Reduces Health Care Costs   The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network requests appropriation of $50 million recurring to DHHS Tobacco Prevention and Control Branch to restore evidence-based tobacco prevention and cessation programs to save lives and mitigate health care costs.  The budget for SFYE 2016 included $950 thousand recurring appropriation for the Quitline NC, There is NO funding provided for ...

ACS CAN Statement on HHS Secretary Kathleen Sebelius ' Resignation Announcement

... April 11, 2014 Following is a statement from the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) on the announcement by Secretary of Health and Human Services Kathleen Sebelius that she is resigning her post: Secretary Sebelius led the massive effort to implement critical provisions of the Affordable Care Act that ensure people with pre-existing conditions such as a history of cancer are no longer denied health insurance outright or charged far more than others for quality coverage. Because of her leadership, millions more people now have ...

American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network Announces New President

... organization stronger as she continues to advance our mission to free the world from cancer,” said Reedy. Lacasse brings more than 25 years of health care experience to her new role. She began her career in health policy for the Governor of Maine, worked on the executive team of the University of Maryland Medical System and immediately before joining ...

Department of Veterans Affairs Announces Facilities Will Go Smoke-Free

... (DVA) announced yesterday that it will adopt a smoke-free policy for patients, visitors, contractors, volunteers and other vendors at all DVA health care facilities. The updated policy directive will take effect this October and will prohibit the use of all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and ... applaud the Department of Veterans Affairs for issuing a new directive that will allow our nation’s veterans to breathe smoke-free air at all health facilities managed by the department. Eliminating designated smoking areas in DVA facilities will ensure thousands of veterans avoid ...

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