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Cancer Patients and Survivors Return to the Statehouse to Rally Legislators
... that could increase cancer survivability rates. Dubbed ‘the right treatment at the right time,’ access to precision medicine like biomarker testing has played a critical role in improving cancer outcomes. Furthermore, cancer volunteers ask lawmakers to honor their commitment to ...
Maine 2023 Legislative Session Summary
... CAN) worked with the Maine Legislature in support of the following fact-based policy priorities: Ensuring Access to Quality Care Access to Biomarker Testing: ACS CAN led a large diverse coalition that advocated in support of improved coverage of comprehensive biomarker testing. A bill with strong bipartisan support was introduced and a successful hearing was held with a large turnout of individuals ...
Delaware Cancer Action Day 2025
... advocates, and public health partners from across Delaware for Cancer Action Day 2025. Together, we will urge lawmakers to expand access to biomarker testing, so more patients can access the personalized, life-saving treatments they need. No advocacy experience is needed — just your ... These materials will be emailed to all registrants before the event, and printed copies will be provided onsite: Lawmaker Meeting Script Biomarker Testing One-Pager and Fact Sheet Report Back Form After the Event Please complete the Report Back Form to share feedback from your ...
Colorado Mourns Loss of Leading Advocate in Fight Against Cancer
... closely with him for nearly two decades with ACS CAN in Colorado." During his tenure with the organization, Ours fought to expand access to biomarker testing, opposed policies backed by Big Tobacco and helped win Medicaid expansion in Colorado. His advocacy helped thousands of residents and left ... fought against harmful tobacco and flavored tobacco, and e-cigarettes. He championed access to insurance coverage and cancer innovations like biomarker testing. Our entire state owes a debt of gratitude to R.J. for his dedication to improving the lives of those fighting and surviving ...
2023 Maryland Legislative Session Summary
... Action Network (ACS CAN) worked with the Maryland General Assembly in support of the following priorities: Ensuring Access to Quality Care · Biomarker Testing Coverage: Biomarker insurance coverage legislation passed both houses and is awaiting delivery to the Governor. The bill provides full coverage (not just ...
October Volunteer Team Call Minutes
... screenings for underinsured and uninsured New Yorkers. The second is passing legislation that would require insurance companies to pay for biomarker testing for cancer patients. More information, education, and opportunities to engage coming soon. NYC Updates: We have had our campaign strategy ... State University. After being diagnosed with cancer when she was 16 years old, she underwent an innovative and targeted therapy unlocked by biomarker testing. Karen Conner, ACS CAN SLA Marcia Earle, ACS CAN VSLA Space is limited so if you can make it to NYC and attend, please RSVP today ...
2025 Oregon Cancer Action Day
... We will meet with our lawmakers to insist that they must prioritize ending the sale of flavored tobacco products, pass comprehensive biomarker testing and cervical cancer screening legislation. You can learn more about our 2025 Oregon state priorities and why they are so important in the ...
2026 ACS CAN Washington Cancer Action Day
... state in the fight for legislative solutions to prevent and treat cancer. This year our priorities in Olympia include access to care through biomarker testing coverage, funding the Tobacco Prevention and Control program, and protecting access to cancer screenings for all Washingtonians. Our ...
2022 Cancer Action Day Volunteer Resource Center
... Copay Video Stories in the news: Read more about Julie's experience and current issues. Crafting your story - Hook, Line, and Sinker Worksheet Biomarker Testing Legislation Issue explanation & patient perspective Biomarker Video from Illinois and Animated Explainer Crafting your story - Hook, Line, and Sinker Worksheet **Reminder: Mentors will pull your ...
2022 Maryland General Assembly Session Summary
... program established under Chapter 621 of 2018. The bill was signed into law by Governor Hogan will take effect on January 1, 2023. Access to Biomarker Testing: ACS CAN prioritized the education of policymakers about the role of biomarker testing in precision medicine. Progress in improving cancer outcomes increasingly involves the use of precision medicine, which uses ...
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