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Thank You to Our 2023 Lights of Hope Sponsors!

... not accomplish the critical cancer advocacy work that we do without the generosity of our sponsors.   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 ...

Expand Access to Biomarker Testing in Vermont

... are working together to make sure more Vermont 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, ... 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 ...

Meet the Team

... for the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network. Brian has also led or been a part of coalitions responsible for a number of access to care wins for patients at the state level including Biomarker Testing Coverage legislation in both Arizona and New Mexico and Medicaid Expansion in ... can truly make a difference in the lives of those who have been touched by cancer. Taking action to help make real change to increase access to care, improve health equity and support cancer research is my personal mission so that all people who hear the words, “You have cancer”, have hope.   Amy ...

New Jersey Gubernatorial Candidates Go on the Record with Their Positions on Cancer Issues

... publicly state their positions on funding cancer research, maintaining a strong tobacco control program, cancer pain control and quality of life care. Candidate responses can be seen at  CancerVotes.org/NJ . “While we have made great progress against cancer, the disease still continues to ... increased funding for innovative cancer research being undertaken at institutions across New Jersey, and enhanced access to specialized medical care that will provide the best possible quality of life for patients and their families. ACS CAN is strictly non-partisan and does not endorse, ... affiliate of the American Cancer Society, supports evidence-based policy and legislative solutions designed to eliminate cancer as a major health problem. ACS CAN works to encourage elected officials and candidates to make cancer a top national priority. ACS CAN gives ordinary people ...

ACS CAN Volunteers, Staff Unite at Hispanic Advocacy Conference

... recent successful effort to raise the District’s tobacco tax. Brandon attended the conference with his husband, Henry Lopez, because they both care about the Hispanic/Latino community and its representation in the United States. “Latinos represent one of the largest and fastest-growing ... were available in both English and Spanish that explained the importance of cancer prevention screenings and access to affordable, quality care for minority communities in the United States. In addition to collecting the cancer stories, ACS CAN advocates gathered petitions advocating for increased funding for cancer research at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the National Cancer Institute (NCI).   I want to thank all our volunteers and staff members who shared their time, skills and ...

Cancer Advocates Release 2018 Legislative Scorecard

... legislation and holds lawmakers accountable for their voting record on cancer-related policy issues, from tobacco bills to access to health care and legislation that promotes healthy eating and active living. With a mission to end suffering and death from cancer, ACS CAN California ...

South Dakota Falling Short on Cancer-Fighting Public Policies

... and treatment.” How Do You Measure Up? rates states in eight specific areas of public policy that can help fight cancer: increased access to care through Medicaid, access to palliative care, balanced pain control policies, cigarette tax levels, smoke-free laws, funding for tobacco prevention and cessation programs, cessation ... to prevent cancer by passing comprehensive legislation that will raise the age of sale for tobacco in South Dakota from 18 to 21. This public health initiative could help protect our youth from a lifelong addiction to tobacco. “As advocates, we have the opportunity to work with our ...

Tennessee Falling Short on Cancer-Fighting Public Policies

... and treatment.” How Do You Measure Up? rates states in eight specific areas of public policy that can help fight cancer: increased access to care through Medicaid, access to palliative care, balanced pain control policies, cigarette tax levels, smoke-free laws, funding for tobacco prevention and cessation programs, cessation ... fight to prevent cancer by passing comprehensive legislation that will raise the age of sale for tobacco in Tennessee from 18 to 21. This public health initiative could help protect our youth from a lifelong addiction to tobacco. “As advocates, we have the opportunity to work with our ...

Wisconsin Lags on Tobacco Control, Cancer-Fighting Public Policies

... strategy that includes policies like adequately funded tobacco cessation and prevention programs. The last thing we want to do is pass a public health bill that ends up benefiting the very enemy we’re trying to defeat.”   How Do You Measure Up? rates states in eight specific areas of ... Access to Medicaid                                                Red Access to Palliative Care                                                        Red Pain ...

Expand Access to Biomarker Testing in Maine

... are working together to make sure more Maine 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, ... 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 ...

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