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Statement on the Passing of State Senator Maryellen Goodwin

... sisters, nieces and nephews, close friends and partner Charles Fogarty. “Throughout her tenure in office, Sen. Goodwin was a champion of many health-related issues, sitting   on the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network’s Rhode Island Cancer Caucus and shepherding invaluable ... Award for her fearless advocacy on behalf of the cancer community. Just as we did in 2021, we celebrate the Senator’s passion for equitable health policy in her beloved home state. “A cancer diagnosis is all the battle that any one person should have to fight, but since her diagnosis ... her life to serving Rhode Island, securing its residents—and her constituents in District 1, in particular—greater access to quality health care. The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network seeks to honor her legacy by continuing to advocate for legislation to alleviate the burden ...

Passion for Advocacy Drives Legislative Ambassador

... understands the power of working within various levels of government and the considerable positive impact one law or policy can have on public health. “While I’m not a survivor myself, I’ve seen family and friends survive cancer because they had the knowledge to get regular cancer screenings and access to affordable health care,” Butera said. “There are many people who can’t advocate for themselves and someone needs to speak for them.” As business and ...

King vs. Burwell Case Background

...   By the end of June 2015, the Supreme Court is expected to decide the case King v. Burwell , which will determine whether the Affordable Care Act’s (ACA) premium assistance for low- and moderate-income individuals extends to those buying health insurance in federally-facilitated marketplaces.  Under the ACA, individuals whose income is below $46,680 may qualify for lower monthly premiums for health insurance coverage purchased in the marketplace.  Currently, individuals who live in states with a State-Based Marketplace, a ...

60 Cancer Advocates Urge Lawmakers to Expand KanCare, Combat Youth Smoking

... cancer survivors, caregivers and their families from across the state gathered in Topeka today to urge lawmakers to improve Kansans’ access to health care coverage and confront youth smoking rates. The visit was part of the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network’s annual Day at the ... met with their lawmakers and urged them to expand access to KanCare. Under current eligibility requirements, most adults do not qualify for health coverage through KanCare. In 2010, states were given the opportunity to accept funding from the federal government to increase access to ...

Bill to make today better for cancer patients passes important milestone

... members of Congress to support this life-changing legislation. If the bill passes, more cancer patients could receive 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. Right now, it isn’t yet clear when the U.S. House will vote on this ...

DonnaMarie Woodson, North Carolina

... been healthy, so I thought I could roll the dice and go without my regular screenings because of the cost. Boy, I was wrong. The Affordable Care Act saved my life. While in treatment, I vowed to advocate for other cancer patients and their families; In 2017, publishing my first Letter to the Editor opposing the repeal of the Affordable Care Act in the Charlotte Observer. A few months later, fate, in a call from Ray Riordan (ACS CAN Grassroots Manager 2017), set me off on the road ... ensures ongoing Cancer Research funding. As a new ACS CAN Black Volunteer Caucus (BVC) member, we are bringing more diversity into our fight for health equity and representation in our communities. We must irradicate Cancer and eliminate those three devastating words - “You Have Cancer.” ...

Expand Access to Biomarker Testing in Minnesota

... partners are working together to make sure more Minnesotans 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, ... that have been excluded, including communities of color, individuals with lower socioeconomic status, rural communities, and those receiving care in non-academic medical centers 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 ...

Colorado ACS CAN Accomplishments 2010-2017

... State and Local Advocacy Accomplishments 2010-2017     2010 As supported by ACS CAN, the Colorado Legislature passed a bill that requires health insurance companies who provide coverage for intravenous chemotherapy to also provide coverage for newer types of oral chemotherapy agents, ... than IV chemotherapy under that patient’s policy. 2011 ACS CAN successfully advocated for the adoption of a bill to create the Colorado Health Benefit Exchange Board, thus moving forward the process of creating a state insurance marketplace under the Affordable Care Act where quality, affordable insurance will be available for low income Coloradoans. 2012 With support from ACS CAN, the Colorado legislature ...

Legislature Takes Action to Reduce the Burden of Cancer on Hoosiers

... Hannon, American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) government relations director. “ACS CAN thanks lawmakers for prioritizing the health of Hoosiers by eliminating cost sharing for all preventive colorectal cancer screenings for most private insurance plans.” An estimated ... Hoosier were diagnosed with colorectal cancer this year and 1,160 Hoosiers will die from the disease. Thanks to improving access to critical care, we will see these numbers drop in the years to come.  ACS CAN thanks Senators Bohacek and Zay and Representatives Lehman and Carbaugh for ... 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 to ...

Georgia General Assembly Passes Bill That Could Improve Cancer Survivorship by Expanding Access to Biomarker Testing, Necessary First Step in Personalizing Treatment

... disease.   Revolutionizing cancer treatment over the last few decades, biomarker testing can provide access to targeted treatment; tailoring care to a person’s individual disease. Targeted therapies often result in improved quality of life and survivorship. Patients with certain lung ... Network (ACS CAN).  “The General Assembly recognizes the importance of those scientific advancements and that true progress in Georgians’ health lies in ensuring more people across our great state have access to such innovations,”  Despite its benefits and increasingly important ... biomarker testing has not kept pace with the rate of innovation and advancements in treatment. One significant barrier for patients is lack of health insurance coverage for appropriate testing.  Close to 60% of the oncology drugs launched in the past five years require or recommend ...

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