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... and Transportation today. At the hearing, which focused on limited-benefit or “mini-med” plans, Finan testified that while the Affordable Care Act has made major strides in educating and empowering the consumer, there are still plans available on the market that leave people fighting ... and potentially ruinous out-of-pocket financial expenses to obtain necessary treatment, or curtailing essential treatment, thereby putting their health and possibly their lives in jeopardy,” Finan said. “If we want all Americans to have meaningful access to quality health care, we need to change the insurance market rules, provide subsidies, streamline administrative processes and greatly increase transparency ...

... The survey project, which started in 2019, has provided invaluable insight on issues including the cost of prescription drugs, access to health coverage, surprise medical bills and the effect of the coronavirus pandemic on cancer patients’ access to care. "Survivor Views has proven to be an incredible resource for providing policymakers and the press with timely and insightful perspectives on ... advocacy affiliate, ACS CAN has successfully advocated for billions of dollars in cancer research funding, expanded access to quality affordable health care, and made workplaces, including restaurants and bars, smoke-free. As we mark our 20th anniversary, we’re more determined than ever ...

... — Today, State Senator Monique Limón (D-Santa Barbara) introduced legislation to ensure comprehensive biomarker testing is covered by more health insurance plans, including Medi-Cal, when supported by medical and scientific evidence. Senate Bill 496 aims to enable more Californians to ... “Biomarker testing can help healthcare providers render the best treatment options for patients, which is increasingly important for cancer care and the treatment of diseases like arthritis, other immune conditions and rare diseases,” said Sen. Limón. “This bill removes barriers to ... legislation. We hope that the amended language will address Governor Newsom’s concerns and that he will take this new opportunity to reduce health disparities by bringing the promise of precision medicine to more Californians.” The percentage of clinical trials that involve biomarkers ...

... cancer requires bold new public policies that promote cancer prevention, early detection of cancer, and expand access to quality, affordable health care. Lawmakers make many decisions that impact the lives of Delawareans impacted by cancer and their leadership is vital to defeating this ... General Assembly and the Meyer-Evans Gay Administration on legislative and regulatory efforts that provide affordable, adequate access to health insurance including Medicaid, ensure adequate funding for lifesaving cancer screening and prevention programs, and enact prevention policies ...