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ACS CAN Calls On Governor Murphy to Protect Cancer Related Programs in FY 19 Budget

... program supports research in our state that has provided significant advances in the fight against cancer and in saving lives and protecting health. If this funding is eliminated, it puts at risk current cancer research as well as our ability to keep some of our country’s top ... and development, and will work to ensure that it is targeted in ways that are best for New Jersey.’ ‘I am supportive of making palliative care available to all patients who feel that it is suited for them, and will seriously consider all ideas that promote this type of comprehensive ...

"If it is good enough for a Member of Congress..."

It has long been suggested that the American public should have access to the same health coverage as Members of Congress. So, ACS CAN decided to look at what Members get and see just how good it would be for someone who gets ... out-of-pocket limit in this plan is Š—“hardŠ— meaning patient costs above the limit are fully covered for in-network and out-of-network care. For example, a woman with stage II breast cancer would have out-of-pocket costs of between $10,000-$13,000 (depending on how many services ...

2020 Oregon Legislative Priorities

... cancer requires bold new public policies that promote cancer prevention, early detection of cancer, and expand access to quality, affordable health care. Lawmakers make many decisions that impact the lives of Oregonians touched by cancer and their leadership is vital to defeating this disease. ...

ACS CAN RI Research Breakfast: Event highlights importance of cancer research

... story of survival was just one of many shared at the  Cancer Research Breakfast  in Providence Friday morning. Patients, physicians and public health advocates attended the fifth annual breakfast hosted by the American Cancer Society's Cancer Action Network . The event was a forum for all ... protocols instead of according to pediatric protocols," Renaud said. Research also helped Renaud find the then 19-year-old the right kind of care team. "Most importantly, got him surgery by a medical surgical oncologist who has experience in the kind of somewhat uncommon surgery that he ...

Legislative Action Needed to Expand Access to Biomarker Testing, ‘Game-Changer’ in Fight Against Cancer

... 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’re more determined than ever to stand together with our volunteers to end cancer as we ...

Statement on Death of Former U.S. Representative Nita Lowey

... 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, ...

Statement on Passing of Judge Frank Caprio

... 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, ...

Tim Freeman Receives Professional Achievement Award for Outstanding Grassroots Efforts in Cancer Advocacy

... 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, ...

Florida’s proposed changes to vaccination requirements for schools threaten cancer patients and survivors

... vaccine requirements in a way that strays from evidence-based childhood immunization schedules. Vaccinations are an essential part of care for people with cancer and their families. ACS CAN advocates for science-based policies that improve access to vaccines that prevent and ... and community members who cannot be. “On behalf of cancer patients and survivors who call Florida their home, ACS CAN urges the Department of Health to reconsider and ultimately reject the proposed changes to the immunization requirements to enter schools, as they will reduce the number ... populations at risk, and contribute further to the current uptick in preventable illness.”   0 ACS CAN urges the Florida Department of Health to maintain immunization recommendations and evidence-based requirements Florida’s proposed changes to vaccination requirements for ...

ACS CAN Provides Written Testimony Regarding the Fiscal Year 2021 Budget

... the American Cancer Society. Our mission is to support evidence-based policy and legislative solutions designed to eliminate cancer as a major health problem. With that objective in mind, we appreciate the opportunity to comment on Governor Murphy’s proposed budget as viewed “through ... 3 women in the United States will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime. Cancer patients have long faced significant barriers to accessing care. Covid-19 has magnified these barriers, with 46% of cancer patients and survivors reporting a change in their ability to pay for care due to the pandemic, and 79% experiencing delays in active treatment. The pandemic has also shone a spotlight on health disparities across populations. Individuals from racial and ethnic minority groups are more likely to be uninsured, increasing the ...

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