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Young Adults at Higher Cancer Risk

Findings Provide Further Evidence that Maine Should Move Quickly to Increase Access to Health Coverage for Most Vulnerable Residents Augusta, Maine – March 3, 2014 – A new American Cancer Society study shows that uninsured adolescents and young adults are up to twice as likely as those with health insurance to be diagnosed with late-stage cancer, which is more difficult and expensive to treat and more deadly than cancers caught early. ... with advanced cancer and are less likely to survive the disease. These findings suggest efforts to increase access to quality, affordable health care are critical. Maine lawmakers currently have the opportunity to increase access to health coverage through the state’s Medicaid program, ...

Addressing Cancer Care Barriers for Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders

... and cultural and language barriers. The presenters will discuss how disaggregated data, representative and culturally component oncology care, and equitable and accessible patient navigation services can improve access to cancer care and cancer outcomes for AANHPI people. Presenters: Dr. Eun-Ok Im, PhD, MPH, RN, CNS, FAAN, Dean, Professor Laura Lee Blanton Chair in Nursing, ... University of Texas Dr. Bonny Morris, PhD, MSPH, RN, Senior Director, Patient Navigation, American Cancer Society Gladys Arias, MPA, Principal, Health Equity Policy Analysis & Legislative Support, ACS CAN 0 ...

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... New Hampshire to respond to our questionnaire. It focuses on issues important to cancer survivors and their families, like access to affordable health care, federal research funding, quality of life services, and cancer prevention. We have heard from Jeanne Shaheen, and you can  read her answers ...

2019 Day at the State Capitol

... policy changes that would impact cancer patients' access to the medications their doctors prescribe, and preventing the expansion of short-term health care plans that don't have to follow the guidelines set forth by the Affordable Care Act. Of course they also reminded their legislators of how important it is for the state budget to included funding for cancer research.  ...

ACS CAN Volunteer Featured in New York Times article

ACS CAN volunteer Stretch Tuemmler was there to tell his story.  He wanted to be sure Maine Senator Susan Collins understood the impact of the health care debate on cancer patients like him.  He didn't expect to be featured in a New York Times article covering the event. Read the article. ACS ...

Cancer Advocates Visit US Senators in DC

... attended meetings with staff from Senators Barbara Mikulski and Ben Cardin.  During both meetings, we urged the Senators to keep meaningful health care reform legislation moving forward keeping in mind their constituents who are fighting cancer.      Cancer Advocates Visit US Senators in DC ...

Governor Signs Bill to Reduce the Illinois’ Cancer Burden

... Until this bill was signed, the Illinois Medicaid program was one of the insurance programs in the U.S. that were not required to cover routine care for patients in cancer clinical trials.  “It’s not an exaggeration to say that this law will save lives. For too long, some people were ... plan they had. That injustice ended today,” said Sen. Manar. “I appreciate Gov. Pritzker’s demonstrated commitment to advancing equity in health care.” “When our clinical research is not representative of those most impacted by life threatening health conditions, we simply exacerbate the prevalence of health inequities and miss potential cures to diseases,” said Rep. Lilly. “I was ...

Governor Proposes Increasing Funding for Critical Cancer-Fighting Programs

... “As an organization dedicated to reducing suffering and death from cancer, ACS CAN is pleased to see the governor prioritizing access to care and public health in his proposed budget. Today, the governor proposed increasing funding for Ohio’s Tobacco Use Prevention and Cessation Program and the ... This is especially important in 2021, given the skyrocketing youth tobacco use rates.  “This program is also an essential tool in reducing health disparities. The tobacco industry’s marketing strategies have led to significant tobacco use disparities, including higher use of tobacco ...

Expand Access to Biomarker Testing in Michigan

... testing will enable more patients to access the most effective treatments for their disease and can potentially help achieve the triple aim of health care: better health outcomes, improved quality of life and reduced costs.  This legislation will ensure Iowans covered by Medicaid and state regulated ...

N.J. Assembly Financial Institutions & Insurance Votes to Approve Legislation Aimed at Alleviating Medical Debt

... some (13%) who report expecting to incur medical debt as part of their treatment plan. Read the full polling memo here. The financial and health implications of medical debt for cancer patients and survivors are severe. Results from the Survivor Views survey show that an individual ... debt was three times more likely to be behind on recommended cancer screenings in comparison to those who have been able to pay for their care without accumulating debt. Nearly half (49%) saw their credit score decrease with 30% having difficulty qualifying for loans. New Jersey ... treatment as well as their willingness to seek future care. If we ignore this crisis, the repercussions will be widespread, endangering the health and economic wellbeing of countless New Jersey families,” said Quinton Law, Government Relations Director for ACS CAN in New Jersey. ...

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