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New Report Finds More Than a Third of States Falling Short on Policies to Fight Cancer

... disease.” The report measures state policies on six priority areas: breast and cervical cancer early detection program funding; access to care for the uninsured; colorectal screening coverage laws; smoke-free laws; pain management; and tobacco taxes.  Failure to address these issues ... Tennessee, and South Carolina have not hit a single benchmark. The report also covers the challenges of ensuring access to quality, affordable health care for all Americans. This year, more than 1.4 million people in America will be diagnosed with cancer and another 565,000 will die from ... they cannot gain access to the lifesaving care they need. ACS CAN, in partnership with the Society, is dedicated to ensuring that quality health care is available to all Americans. Meaningful reform must include adequate, available, affordable, and administratively simple health ...

Miguel Melendez: Long Island, NY

... had a colonoscopy after my mother's death, there were 3 precancerous polyps removed.  Family history and screenings saves lives.   Why is health equity important to me?   As a road-to-recovery volunteer, I have seen the disparities in terms of access to care.  I feel there is a need to further educate and empower our Latino communities by raising awareness and fighting for policy changes.  ... psychologist in New York City.  Upon retiring, I became involved in all things ACS.  Starting with the Road-to-Recovery program, tabling at health fairs, spokesperson at various events, and advocating for the Cancer Action Network.  Whenever possible, I enjoy hiking, biking, and ...

Through the Cancer Lens

How the health care law's new insurance marketplaces help cancer patients and  survivors   The stories are all different.  But, the outcomes were the same.  ... or someone they loved could not get insurance for one simple reason - they survived cancer.   Prior to the implementation of the Affordable Care Act, millions of cancer survivors were mostly uninsurable for individu a l plans.  The insurance companies simply refused to offer them a ...  us, "For the first time in our lives, we're going to have options we didn't have before.  It will relieve you to know you can actually have health insurance."   And then there is Lori, a cancer survivor who is self-employed, who hopes to be the first person in her home state of ...

Isabella Ramos, Northern CA

... and Lobby Day in Washington D.C. at the collective group effort to connect personally with lawmakers and seek their support for equitable cancer care for everyone. At LSLD I officially joined the Society of Emerging Leaders and connected with the most inspiring group of young adults passionate about universal healthcare accessibility.  Health equity is important to me because it can mean the difference between catching something early and surviving, or being too late. Accessible care is the aspect of health that is most in our control, and there is no reason for some people to have less of it than others.   Isabella Ramos, Northern CA ...

ACS CAN Applauds Hawaii Governor Josh Green for Increasing Access to Telehealth Services

... in Hawaii this year. Many of those who are diagnosed will reside within communities currently being underserved when it comes to access to care and treatment. Telehealth increases access to quality care, especially for those living in rural areas with limited broadband access. “The American Cancer Society recently surveyed people about ... patients and survivors have a much-needed lifeline when questions arise, or care is needed. “Audio-only telehealth is a step toward improving health equity and outcomes on neighbor islands and rural communities. Our organization celebrates Gov. Green for taking notice and signing HB907 ...

Bruce D. Waldholtz, MD

... form five Virginia Statewide roundtable events. Dr. Waldholtz is a 2014 recipient of the Society’s St. George National Award and of The Health Care Heroes Award of Hampton Roads for his work in cancer disparities and screening efforts. After attending ACS CAN’s Leadership Summit & Lobby Day event in DC, Dr. Waldholtz helped persuade Johns Hopkins Children Center to begin a Pediatric Palliative Care Fellowship Training Program in July 2017.  He is a member of The Johns Hopkins Children Center Council.  Additional Palliative Care ...

2023 West Virginia Legislative Priorities

... cancer requires bold new public policies promoting cancer prevention, early cancer detection, and expanding access to quality, affordable health care. Lawmakers make many decisions that impact the lives of West Virginians touched by cancer, and their leadership is vital to defeating this ... programs can prevent kids from starting to use tobacco and help people already addicted to quit.      Protect Local Authority for Public Health Policies Local governments are uniquely positioned to meet the needs of the people in their communities. ACS CAN supports their ability to ...

Braidwood v. Kennedy

... cancer at an early stage – before it has an opportunity to grow and spread – can meaningfully improve clinical outcomes and reduce overall health care costs. Diagnosing and treating cancer early can also reduce overall health care expenditures. ACS CAN is committed to ensuring that everyone has access to evidence-based preventive services at no cost to them. ...

In a League of Our Own...Almost

Momentum has been building for ACS CAN's " Winning the War on Cancer Requires Health Care Reform " Facebook cause. Hundreds of new cause members are being added daily. Help us reach "LEAGUE" status by joining the cause today In a ...

Public Policy Resources

As a recognized expert in cancer health policy, ACS CAN develops reports, white papers, testimony, fact sheets, regulatory comment letters and public policy on a wide range of issues related to preventing cancer and improving the health care system for persons with cancer and survivors.  We encourage you to use this resource to learn more about our issue priorities and policy ...

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