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Local Cancer Survivors and Patients Gain Support from Nevada Lawmakers After Trip to D.C.

... more than 700 cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers from across the United States to meet with and urge lawmakers to prioritize cancer care and prevention.  Nevada’s volunteers have been touched by cancer in some way. Moyle is set to begin treatment for breast cancer after being ... asked Nevada’s congressional delegation to support an increase in federal funding for cancer research through the National Institutes of Health (NIH). The group also asked lawmakers to support a bill which would waive out-of-pocket costs for individuals with the highest risk of ...

Celebrating Survivors and Researchers

... cancer research, which will lead to a better understanding of breast cancer, the importance of early detection and treatment, as well as patient care.  Attendees at the Breakfast were also encouraged to sign a petition to urge the Governor to protect funding for the Maryland Breast and ... Center, Sanofi-aventis, St. Joseph Medical Center, Baltimore Ravens, Greater Baltimore Medical Center, MileOne, Pfizer, Bon Secours Baltimore Health System, Carroll Hospital, Georgetown Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center, Johns Hopkins Medicine, and St. Agnes Cancer Institute.      ...

Congress Can Be Heroes by Cutting Smoking Rates

... our nation's lawmakers know they can make a difference. By increasing the federal tobacco tax we can save lives from tobacco use, save the health care system money and generate some much needed revenue a win-win-win for all.   Congress Can Be Heroes by Cutting Smoking Rates ...

Basketball Coaches Take Fight Against Cancer Off the Court

... research at NIH and NCI , protecting funding for cancer prevention and screening programs at the CDC and through the Prevention and Public Health Fund and by supporting legislation that will expand access to palliative care that improves the quality of life of cancer patients, these lawmakers recognize every member of Congress can make a serious impact on this ...

New Report Shows Colorado Falling Short on Tobacco Control Efforts to Fight Cancer

... goals." How Do You Measure Up? rates states in nine specific areas of public policy that can help fight cancer, including increased access to care through Medicaid, funding for cancer screening programs, smoke-free laws, cigarette tax levels, funding for tobacco prevention and cessation ... 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 ...

Michigan Falling Short on Cancer-Fighting Public Policies in 2018

... How Do You Measure Up? rates states in nine specific areas of public policy that can help fight cancer, including increased access to care through Medicaid, funding for cancer screening programs, smoke-free laws, cigarette tax levels, funding for tobacco prevention and cessation ... 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 Renews Commitment to Provide Cancer Patients and Advocates a Strong Voice Within the Halls of Government

... Campaign. Before that post, McMullen was client relationship manager of EnergyNext dba Satori Energy. “New York is still facing crucial health care issues and we will need to mobilize many New Yorkers to ensure fighting cancer is a top priority. We are thrilled to have Danielle join ACS ...

General Assembly Reaches Consensus on Copay Accumulator Reform, Bill Awaits Governor’s Signature

... 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, ...

"Return On Investment" Rally for Tobacco Prevention Funding Held at Roundhouse

Santa Fe, NM – October 26, 2016— With the rallying cry, “Our Kids are the Return on Investment,” major health groups in New Mexico held a media event and rally outside the Roundhouse on the East Concourse in Santa Fe today to bring attention to the ... Tobacco Settlement Permanent Fund to fix the state budget crisis.  Without tobacco prevention programs, New Mexicans’ public and fiscal health will suffer.   The groups, including the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network, the American Lung Association of New Mexico, the ... 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 ...

Tobacco Control Ballot Initiatives Triumph Across the U.S.

... protect Americans from the harmful effects of secondhand smoke. The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network SM (ACS CAN) and other public health groups worked to pass tobacco control initiatives in seven states yesterday – those in Arizona, Florida, Nevada, Ohio and South Dakota ... failed, claimed to restrict smoking when in fact it would have allowed smoking in many restaurants and other workplaces, including certain child care facilities, school buildings and grocery stores. A new law called SmokeFree Ohio, approved yesterday, will make all workplaces in that state, ... $1.00, to $1.53 per pack. The measure, which passed with 61 percent of the vote, will fund tobacco prevention and cessation programs and other health initiatives such as disease prevention and medical research. California voters considered a bold measure to raise the cigarette tax by ...

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