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It is Time to Reduce the Burden of Cancer on Illinoisans

Statement from American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) Government Relations Director Ally Lopshire      SPRINGFIELD, IL  – “As we approach World Cancer Day happening this Sunday and ... this session, the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) urges legislators to prioritize passing legislation to ease the burden of cancer on Illinoisans.     “Colorectal cancer is the second-leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States among men and women ... access to guideline recommended genetic testing for inherited gene mutations and evidence-based screenings by eliminating burdensome patient cost-sharing requirements. This would help ensure individuals have access to critical information regarding their cancer risk and the recommended ...

Featured Op-Ed: Access to insurance, patient protections is matter of life and death

... manage ongoing health complications. Thanks to the Affordable Care Act, cancer survivors like myself cannot be denied health insurance because of our pre-existing condition: a cancer diagnosis. We cannot be dropped from our health insurance if we get sick again. And we don’t have to ... in place prior to the ACA. I am deeply concerned about what will happen to myself and my family if this protection is yanked away and insurers can again impose limits on health coverage. My health care would likely disappear and if my tumors grow again or I develop a new cancer, it would ... of Americans who have enrolled in coverage. It’s provided countless others like myself peace of mind with patient protections, low- or no-cost cancer screenings and subsidies to offset the cost of our health care. If Congress changes the current law without ensuring that health ...

Lawmakers Take Critical Step to Revolutionize Cancer Treatment in Georgia, State’s Second Leading Cause of Death

... to receive biomarker testing – a routine step in accessing personalized medicine treatments that has become an increasingly important part of cancer care in recent years due to its significant impact in improving survivorship and quality of life.   Progress in the fight against cancer has been in part due to advances in biomarker testing which allows physicians to match patients with the most effective treatment for their specific cancer. Unfortunately, too many Georgians can’t access such testing, which can contribute to disparities in access to the most appropriate and effective treatments.   “Today’s ...

New Report Shows Critical Need for FDA Regulation of Cigars

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- August 27, 2012 -- Nearly 60 percent of young adult cigar smokers smoke flavored cigars, according to a report released today by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) ... from the 2009 2010 National Adult Tobacco Survey," featured in the journal, Nicotine & Tobacco Research . The report details that 42.9 percent of adult cigar smokers use flavored cigars, and that the rate of usage jumps by about a third, to 57 percent of cigar smokers aged 18-24. A statement from Chris Hansen, president of the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) follows: "These findings provide yet more evidence that the tobacco industry continues to do whatever it takes to addict people to its deadly ...

North Dakotans One Step Closer to Better Peace of Mind on Breast Cancer Diagnostics as House Bill 1283 Clears Chamber Easily

BISMARCK, N.D. –– House Bill 1283 cleared the chamber today in a 66-26 vote, putting North Dakotans one step closer to the peace of mind they need when it comes to breast cancer diagnostics. The bill now moves to the Senate for further consideration. “North Dakota patients ... abnormal finding on a screening mammogram or supplemental imaging because of certain risk factors. The steps needed for a clean bill of health can cost thousands out of pocket. These patients are often put in position of choosing between a full medical workup or paying for a month’s worth of ...

Majority of voters support protecting health coverage for patients with pre-existing conditions

A majority of voters from across the political spectrum believe every American deserves access to quality, affordable health coverage, regardless of their health status or pre-existing condition, according to a new ACS CAN poll. Nearly 7 in 10 voters said that patients with pre-existing conditions should not be charged more for their health care coverage and ...

ACS CAN Says Cancer Should be a Top Priority for Supercommittee

WASHINGTON – September 13, 2011 – The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) is calling on the deficit "supercommittee" to make cancer a top priority during negotiations over a deficit reduction package. ACS CAN President Christopher W. Hansen sent a letter today to the 12 members of the supercommittee and other members of Congress calling on them to help to ensure additional progress in the fight against cancer, which kills 1,500 people in America each day. "When ...

California Cancer Advocates Renew Campaign to Get Big Tobacco Money Out of State Elections

SACRAMENTO, Calif.  – The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) is rolling out its Snuff Tobacco Money Out of California Politics campaign for the 2018 election season. ACS CAN is once again challenging ... attorney general Xavier Becerra has accepted more than $12,000 in tobacco industry donations. Three candidates running for the California Board of Equalization have also taken tobacco company campaign contributions as well.   “Just as the tobacco companies spend outrageous sums of money ...

Lawmakers Take Critical Step to Revolutionize Cancer Treatment in Florida, State’s Second Leading Cause of Death

... bills today ( HB 885 and SB 964 ) that will allow more Floridians to access biomarker testing , which has become an increasingly important part of cancer care in recent years. The bill will ensure more patients have the opportunity to benefit from this game-changing testing. Patients who are diagnosed with certain types of cancer can receive biomarker testing to help providers determine the most effective form of treatment. It helps save critical time in a cancer fight. This ...

Statement on NYS Audit of School Nutrition in NYC

... found that junk food is routinely sold in New York City schools through vending machines and school stores.  These sales undermine efforts of the federal and state governments and the New York City Department of Education to reduce obesity rates and promote healthy eating habits among students.  The science has shown that one third of all cancer deaths can be attributed to a poor diet high in fatty, non-nutritional foods and to a lack of exercise.  In New York State, 11,000 cancer deaths a year ... to students during the school day.  The Comptroller's audits, in combination with his special report on the significant health related cost impact of this issue, provide critical direction on why and how we must focus greater attention on where young people spend a significant part ...

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