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Senator Lisa Murkowski Receives National Distinguished Advocacy Award for Championing Lifesaving Cancer Public Policy

... help reduce death and suffering from cancer. In a true demonstration of her commitment to protecting patients’ access to quality, affordable health care, Sen. Murkowski voted against efforts to repeal the health care law in 2017. She brings bipartisan support to anti-tobacco legislation, including the Family Smoking Prevention and Tobacco Control ...

Proposed NIH Budget Cuts Could Devastate Medical Innovation and Cripple Critical Cancer Research and Prevention Efforts

Washington, D.C., —Today the president introduced his proposed 2018 budget, which includes deep cuts to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), National Cancer Institute (NCI), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Medicaid. If approved by Congress, the cuts ... cuts combined with the more than $600 billion reduction for Medicaid funding, could leave millions of Americans without access  to meaningful health care and prevention services. “To date, the federal government has played a critical role in our ability to reduce the cancer burden. Such ...

Cancer Advocates Urge California Governor to Sign Legislation Expanding Access to Biomarker Testing Needed for Many Innovative Treatments

Sacramento, Calif. –  The California Legislature passed a bill last night that would ensure comprehensive biomarker testing is covered by more health insurance plans, including Medi-Cal, when supported by medical and scientific evidence. Senate Bill 912 – which was introduced by Senator ... that have been under-resourced, including communities of color, individuals with limited income, rural residents and patients receiving care in non-academic medical centers are less likely to receive recommended biomarker testing. “The advances in cancer treatment that have come ... from being able to tailor approaches to a person’s individual condition are critical for winning the fight against cancer and helping reduce health disparities,” said Carrie L. Byington, M.D., executive vice president of University of California Health. “California has the ...

Breaking the Cycle of Tobacco Addiction

... Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) want to help people quit, but we also want to help Kentucky's youth never start, which will help improve the health of Kentucky’s workforce. A well-funded tobacco cessation and prevention program is essential to provide the support needed to help people ... CAN. “For every $1 spent on comprehensive prevention and cessation programs, states receive up to $55 in savings from averted tobacco-related health care costs. So, if the state invested $10 million, it would not only be a great step toward a healthier workforce, but it could also save up to ...

Governor Honored for Commitment to Cancer Issues at ACS CAN Research Breakfast

... of the American Cancer Society South Atlantic Division Board of Directors. “His commitment to prevention, early detection and access to health care means many fewer Maryland residents will be diagnosed with cancer.” In his first session in 2007, Governor O’Malley helped secure the ... session in which he led the way for a $1.00 per pack increase in the cigarette tax. Funding for the tax was dedicated to expanding access to health care for the state’s working poor, giving thousands of Marylanders coverage for cancer screening, dedication, detection and treatment. ...

Letter to the Editor: ACS CAN Volunteer Ethel Ricci

... tobacco kills! The truth is that 480,000 Americans die every year from tobacco products. Tobacco costs the nation 170 billion dollars a year in health care costs. There are 7,300 lung cancer deaths a year in non-smoking adults. Cigarette smoking increases the risk of cancers of the mouth, pharynx, ... tobacco is linked to cancers of the mouth, tongue, cheek, gums, esophagus and pancreas. In addition to cancer, people suffer from chronic health problems related to smoking, such as chronic bronchitis, emphysema, diabetes and cardiovascular disease. In Rhode Island, 14.4 percent of ...

Survey: Cancer Patients Report Paid Leave Improves Their Ability to Complete Treatment, Manage Symptoms and Mitigate Financial Hardship

... than 800 people affected by cancer revealed those with paid leave overwhelmingly said it had a positive effect on their physical and financial health. Among patients and survivors who said they used paid medical leave, 80 percent said it helped them complete their treatment; 70 percent ... is an incredibly intense, time consuming and costly disease. Being able to take time off to receive and complete necessary treatment, or to care for a loved one undergoing treatment, without sacrificing one’s career, or overall economic well-being makes a difference.” About half of ... appointments and improved their overall ability to care for their loved one. Forty percent said paid leave had a positive impact on their own health during their caregiving. According to the survey, those working for large employers and earning higher salaries were most likely to have ...

Colorectal Cancer Screening

... according to recommendations.[iii]  Improving Access to Screening Free Screenings for Oklahoma’s Uninsured – Oklahoma’s Department of Health receives funding for a program to provide a limited number of free colorectal cancer screenings to uninsured and low-income individuals over ... preserve a critical safety net for those who continue to lack access to essential screening, diagnostic and treatment services.   Affordable Care Act (ACA) - Under the ACA, most private insurance plans are required to cover colorectal cancer screening for adults aged 50 to 75 years, with ...  80 percent by 2018 – ACS CAN and many other organizations across the nation are committed to eliminating colorectal cancer as a major public health problem and increasing screening rates across the nation to 80 percent among all adults age 50 and older by 2018. Through collaborative ...

New Report: Raising Smart, Healthy Kids in Every State

... children from low- and moderate-income families to be enrolled in high-quality preschool programs. It's a win-win for our nation's youth. The health benefits of the president's proposal are significant. While we have made big strides in reducing the smoking rate in this country, it is ... tax increase would save nearly 1 million lives by preventing premature deaths from smoking. It would also save $63.4 billion in long-term health care costs related to tobacco use. It saves lives and it saves money. We have a real opportunity in front of us to give children the ...

Report: Missouri Falling Short on Cancer-Fighting Public Policies

... “How Do You Measure Up?” rates states in nine specific areas of public policy that can help fight cancer, including increased access to care through Medicaid, funding for cancer screening programs, tobacco control policies and restricting indoor tanning devices for minors. The ... smoke, and nearly one-third of cancer deaths are attributable to tobacco use,” Freeman said. “We can’t expect to improve our state’s health with antiquated tobacco control laws and less than $100,000 in funding for programs to help people end their addiction. This report points ... of tobacco cessation and improving patient quality of life through palliative care. Nationally, the report found that increased access to health coverage through Medicaid is the most met benchmark, with 34 states, in addition to the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and Guam, having ...

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