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15th Annual ACS CAN Research and Health Equity Breakfast

... organization working every day to make issues facing cancer patients a national and state priority.  Advancing Research, Innovation and Health Equity 1 in 2 men and 1 in 3 women in the United States will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime.   As can cer prevention, early detection technology, targeted and immuno-therapies advance, we must also advance health equity so that all people have a fair and just opportunity to live longer, healthier lives free from cancer. Join us for the 15 th Annual ... on October 14th from 7:30-9:30am at the Boston Marriott Cambridge in Kendall Square, where we convene leaders from life sciences, health care, government, academia, and businesses to network and discuss how we can work together to accelerate research and innovation, and advance ...

Corporate Members

... Corporate Heroes                                                              Corporate Friends Astellas Baptist Health Cancer Care Biosimilars Forum Boehringer Ingelheim Boston Children's Hospital Boston Medical Center CARTI Castle Biosciences Cedars-Sinai Dana-Farber ... Maryland DC Society of Clinical Oncology Massachusetts Biotechnology Council Methodist Healthcare Ministries of S Texas OSU The James OU Health Quest Diagnostics Roche Diagnostics Sandoz  Servier Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center Sisters of Charity Foundation Swedish Institute Syndax ...

Expand Access to Biomarker Testing in Ohio

... and partners are working together to make sure more Ohioans can benefit from this important testing.   What is Biomarker Testing? In cancer care, biomarkers are often used to help determine the best treatment for a patient . A “ biomarker ” is a sign of a normal biological process, ... are less likely to receive biomarker testing. Improving coverage for and access to biomarker testing across insurance types is key to reducing health disparities. Without action to expand coverage and access to biomarker testing, advances in precision medicine could increase existing disparities in health outcomes by race, ethnicity, income, and geography. Insurance coverage for biomarker testing is failing to keep pace with innovations and ...

House Votes to Remove Barriers to Biomarker Testing

... Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) in Ohio: "Biomarker testing and precision medicine are helping extend and improve lives by tailoring care and treatment to a person’s specific type of cancer. We have heard countless stories of the difficulties patients face in attempting to ... and the Ohio House for approving this legislation. We urge the Senate to quickly follow suit and take this significant step towards improving health outcomes and lowering health care costs." In 2024, approximately 24,810 Ohioans will die from cancer. Improved access to biomarker testing can connect more patients to ...

2016 Florida Legislative Priorities

... are underway to raise Florida’s cigarette surcharge by an additional $1. Raising the tax will reduce tobacco consumption, reduce the state’s health care costs from tobacco-related diseases and generate additional revenues to invest in Florida’s health care system.                    BREAST CANCER SCREENING The Mary Brogan Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection ...

2017 Texas Cancer Policy Forum - North Texas

... Network (ACS CAN) will host its fourth annual Texas Cancer Policy Forum series this fall, uniting key leaders and decision makers in business, health care, and government to hear about the latest advances in cancer care and stories of success from the Lone Star State. Texas institutions are ... and Research Institute of Texas (CPRIT) and the National Cancer Institute (NCI) fueling the effort. This ongoing work is also providing a health boost to the state’s economy. Join us at our forum events in Austin, Arlington or Houston to hear medical, economic, legislative and ...

It’s Time for Lawmakers to Finish the Job

... statement: “ACS CAN is fully invested in expanding Medicaid in Mississippi to ease the burden of cancer. Time after time, studies have shown health insurance is the top determinant of whether someone survives cancer. Closing the coverage gap would extend critical, lifesaving coverage to ... State. It ensures the taxes paid by hard-working Mississippians come back to them, rather than helping people in 40 other states instead. Having health care without barriers allows Mississippi to reach its fullest workforce potential by giving people the chance to access treatments and stay ...

Bill to Improve Quality of Life for Cancer Patients Passes in House

... and urged their members of Congress to support this life-changing legislation, which could offer cancer patients a better type of cancer care that includes: Less pain during treatment Coordinated care among their doctors and other health professionals Emotional support for themselves and their caregivers. Next up, the U.S. Senate version of the bill must pass. Ask your ...

Kentucky Cancer Policy Forum: Cancer Disparities & COVID-19

... have a higher cancer death rate than other Kentuckians, and COVID-19’s impact – from loss of insurance coverage to delayed preventative care – could widen those disparities across the state. Join ACS CAN for a wide-ranging discussion about the necessary steps the oncology community – and the public health community broadly – must take to address the inequities in cancer care and outcomes. Panel Discussion: “Kentucky Cancer Policy Forum: Cancer Disparities & COVID-19”: Dr. Douglas Flora, MD, LSSBB, Medical ...

Mississippi Policy Forum / Access to Care

... ACS CAN and its work. This year's event will discuss what is being done across Mississippi to increase equitable access to screenings and care.  Lack of health insurance coverage is one of the strongest predicators of poor cancer outcomes in the United States.  Additionally, financial, cultural, structural and informational barriers impact access and health outcomes. While there is no fee to participate, donations are welcome and and can be made here .       0 ...

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