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... in cancer research. This expanded analysis includes more than 70% of people diagnosed with cancer in the U.S. each year who received care at a variety of clinical settings, from community hospitals and academic medical centers to National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive ... to patients, we need an inclusive, accurate assessment of current participation to inform these policies,” said Joseph Unger, PhD, MS, a health services researcher and biostatistician at Fred Hutch and lead author of the study. “While we knew that patients play a significant role ... studies were derived solely from government-sponsored trials, the study authors used patient data from a diverse range of trial sponsors and care settings for this analysis. Importantly, the data included settings such as community hospitals, where a majority of U.S. cancer patients ...

... who have faced cancer, which served as a visual reminder of the importance of continued investment in prevention, early detection and access to care. “Today’s event reflects what our work is ultimately about: honoring the lives touched by cancer and advancing policies that give ... imaging Pennsylvanians need to   rule out or detect breast cancer early has been a priority of mine. No one should have to delay life-saving care   because they cannot afford essential diagnostic imaging. Removing this cost barrier is an important step   forward for Pennsylvania and ... 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 ...

... in her state.  As a seasoned government relations expert, Page-Nei combines her strengths in relationship building, strategy and a passion for health equity to improve quality of life in Montana and grow the organization’s capacity. During Page-Nei’s tenure, she has worked with partners to pass and sustain several public health policies to help fight cancer, including: Medicaid expansion, a statewide palliative care advisory council, numerous local and state tobacco policies, funding for breast and cervical cancer screening and treatment, funding for ...

... several other states have similar applications pending. While lower courts had previously blocked work requirements, ruling the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) violated federal law by approving them, states have continued to pursue these barriers. The administration’s ... and other complications related to their cancer diagnosis. “As the COVID-19 pandemic has further highlighted the importance of access to care and the very real health inequities nationwide that must be addressed, the critical role Medicaid plays has been made even more clear. This program is and will ...