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**MEDIA ADVISORY – INTERVIEW & PHOTO OPPORTUNITY **

... prevention and cessation programming—and how both efforts will contribute to the fight to end all suffering and death from cancer and the health inequities that permeate cancer care in Pennsylvania.   ###   About ACS CAN The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) makes cancer a top priority ... advocacy affiliate, ACS CAN has successfully advocated for billions of dollars in cancer research funding, expanded access to quality affordable health care, and advanced proven tobacco control measures. We’re more determined than ever to stand together with our volunteers to end cancer ...

ACS CAN Volunteers Advocate for Childhood Cancer Research

... The volunteers shared their personal stories and urged lawmakers to fund childhood cancer programs and support legislation to improve access to care. Participants asked lawmakers to: Fully fund the Childhood Cancer Survivorship, Treatment, Access and Research (STAR) Act and fully fund the ... making strong investments in the fight against childhood cancer by providing significant funding increases for the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and a proportional increase for the National Cancer Institute (NCI). Cosponsor the Accelerating Kids’ Access to Care Act, to reduce ... life-extending childhood cancer drugs, cosponsor the Pediatric Cancer Drug Supply Act to create a pilot program that directs the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to establish and maintain a 6-month reserve of essential childhood cancer chemotherapy drugs. ACS CAN volunteers ...

Access to Medicaid Expansion Key to South Dakota’s Fight Against Cancer

... Amendment F in November. The work-reporting requirements proposed in Amendment F will only block hard-working South Dakotans from accessing the health care needed to live happy, healthy lives.  “South Dakotans were clear in what they wanted when they approved Medicaid expansion in 2022,” ACS ... worse survival rates for most cancer in comparison to states with higher limits.  More than 40,000 South Dakota residents gained access to health care after voters overwhelmingly mandated the expansion of Medicaid, via Amendment D, in 2022. Those without coverage face one of the ...

Patient Advocates Call on Lawmakers to Improve Paid Family & Medical Leave in New York

... programs through Senate Bill 2821A / Assembly Bill 4053A. “Millions of New Yorkers rely on the state's Temporary Disability Program to take care of their own serious health needs. Unfortunately, without allowing for intermittent leave, the program is not meeting the needs of patients—cancer and beyond—each ... advocacy affiliate, ACS CAN has successfully advocated for billions of dollars in cancer research funding, expanded access to quality affordable health care, and advanced proven tobacco control measures. We stand with our volunteers, working to make cancer a top priority for policymakers in ...

2024 Oklahoma Legislative Session Summary

... 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 Oklahomans impacted by cancer and their leadership is vital to defeating this disease. ... : Funding for Oklahoma’s Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Program was protected. Administered by the Oklahoma State Department of Health, the program provides access to life-saving screening services to reduce the toll of breast and cervical cancer in Oklahoma. For more ...

Maine Legislature Passes Bill to Close Tax Loophole on E-cigarettes

AUGUSTA, MAINE – The Maine Legislature this morning took important steps to prevent and curb tobacco use and improve rural health care. Legislators approved an amended version of L.D. 1028, which equalizes the tax on non-cigarette tobacco products, including e-cigarettes, to ... 1,200 Maine children from eventually growing up to die prematurely from smoking and will save the state more than $77 million in tobacco-related health care costs. “The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network and its advocates thank the Legislature for giving this important bill ...

2024 ACS CAN North Texas Cancer Advocacy Breakfast

... leading advocacy organization working every day to make issues facing cancer patients a national and state priority.  The Future of Cancer Care: Breakthroughs, Advances, and the Importance of Eliminating Barriers through Legislation The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network ... (ACSCAN) will host its annual Cancer Advocacy Breakfast on November 13, 2024. This event will bring together key leaders and decisionmakers in health care, the community, government, research, and academia to discuss the importance of diversity in clinical trials, and the impact on our ... GRAIL Genentech Johnson & Johnson Sanofi   In-Kind Media Sponsor CBS News Texas   ACS CAN is dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major public health problem through issue campaigns and voter education aimed at influencing lawmakers and candidates to support laws & policies to help ...

Expand Access to Biomarker Testing in New Jersey

... are working together to make sure more New Jersey residents 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. Insurance coverage for biomarker testing is failing to keep pace with innovations and advancements in treatment. Without action ... precision_medicine_and_biomarker_testing_fact_sheet_january_2025.pdf precision_medicine_and_biomarker_testing_fact_sheet_january_2025.pdf health_equity_in_biomarker_testing_and_targeted_therapy_december2024.pdf   Videos: Video of ...

äóÖCampaign Against Cancer ' to Highlight Cancer Research Funding in '06 Congressional Elections

... proposals to elevate prevention, early detection and survivorship, increase the nation’s commitment to research and expand access to care. By the day’s end, more than 300 Members of Congress had signed the Promise. This week, ACS CAN is sending electoral kits to more than 3,500 ... in shiny red, blue and silver envelopes that include palm cards with questions voters are encouraged to ask candidates about their positions on health care reform, medical research funding, programs that enhance prevention and early detection efforts, and Association Health Plans and other proposals to allow health insurers to bypass state patien protections. The kits also include door hangers and lapel stickers ...

Cancer-Fighting Advocates Mark Great American Smokeout by Calling for Action to Prevent Tobacco Addiction

... (ACS) 45 th  annual Great American Smokeout today by calling on New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo and state lawmakers to protect the health of state residents by increasing the tax on all tobacco products and ensuring the additional revenue is used for the state’s public health program. As our battle with COVID-19 continues, we must do everything in our power to keep our communities healthy and safe—which means ... York; in addition to increasing the state’s revenue, we know that regular and significant increases in tobacco taxes mean  lower health care costs fewer youth who ever become addicted to these deadly products.  “People who smoke or who used to smoke are at increased risk for ...

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