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... for Patients and Communities Act includes key provisions that encourage the development of non-opioid medications; require the Department of Health and Human Services and the Department of Justice to conduct a study on the effects of federal and state opioid prescribing limits on ... the final legislation and commends lawmakers for advancing balanced bipartisan solutions that won’t erect access barriers to appropriate pain care for cancer patients and survivors living with chronic conditions. A statement from Chris Hansen, president of ACS CAN, follows: “Lawmakers ... states the resources they need to stem the tide on this crisis. It is critically important we accelerate progress against this serious public health problem by enacting balanced policies and we urge the president to sign this package into law as soon as possible.”   0 Congress Sends ...

... abdominal pain and bleeding, she realized that her persistent weakness and exhaustion were not normal. She visited two hospitals and researched health care services online before she found a free cervical cancer screening program for patients living with HIV at Coptic Hospital. She knew it was the ... programs that will help get these lifesaving tools into the hands of every woman - no matter where she lives.   Thank you to TogetHER for Health for sharing Jackie's story and pictures for this campaign.     Jackie's cervical cancer story ...

... ahead of the upcoming budget process in Washington, D.C. ACS CAN is calling on Congress to provide robust funding for the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the National Cancer Institute to ensure we can find more cures and reduce the cancer burden for everyone. The billboard placement ... 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 cities, ...

... and partners are working together to make sure more Floridians 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 ...