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Guest Blog from HHS Asst. Secretary for Health Dr. Howard Koh

Howard Koh, MD, MPH, is the Assistant Secretary for Health at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Almost everyone has lost a loved one to cancer. But this tragedy is only compounded when we realize afterwards that some ... , represents a vital opportunity for all of us. We can all commit to improving efforts for cancer prevention for ourselves and the people we care about. Of course, treatment strategies are critically important, too. As a physician who has cared for patients for more than 30 years, I know ...

Palliative Care Legislation to Become Law in Tennessee

... Network (ACS CAN) commends the Tennessee legislature for improving the quality of life of cancer patients and their families through palliative care. ACS CAN is proud to have led the effort to pass this legislation in Tennessee.  Through their firsthand experience as physicians, Rep. Sabi ... curative treatment to help patients get well faster and easier.   Most importantly, research indicates that palliative care systems improve health outcomes while reducing health care costs. Studies have shown coordinating patient care and treating pain and symptoms leads to increased patient and family satisfaction ...

Gov. Bevin Signs Palliative Care Legislation Into Law

... and Gov. Matt Bevin for supporting legislation that will improve the quality of life of cancer patients and their families through palliative care legislation. The legislation authored by Sen. Raque Adams and supported by Sen. Ralph Alvarado seeks to establish a Palliative Care Interdisciplinary Advisory Council and a Palliative Care Consumer and Professional Information and Education Program within the Cabinet for Health and Family Services. These programs will emphasize patient awareness and overall access to palliative care. Kentucky is now the 25 th state ... be provided along with curative treatment to help patients get well faster and easier.  Research indicates that palliative care systems improve health outcomes while reducing health care costs. Studies have shown coordinating patient care and treating pain and symptoms leads to increased ...

Pennsylvania Prioritizes Access to Care for Cancer Patients

HARRISBURG, PA – November 3, 2022 –Earlier today, Governor Wolf signed legislation to improve access to care for cancer patients across the state. Senate Bill 225, now Act 146, is a vital new law that will curb restrictive prior authorization and step therapy practices imposed by health insurers. Prior authorization requires physicians to obtain approval from insurers before prescribing medication or moving forward with a ... CAN thanks Senator Kristin Phillips-Hill for her leadership on this critical legislation. ACS CAN looks forward to the impact this will have on health care delivery in Pennsylvania. ### About ACS CAN The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) makes cancer a top priority for ...

ACS CAN Reacts to Gov. Murphy's Personal Health Announcement

... 2,000 New Jerseyans and 73,750 Americans will be diagnosed with kidney cancer this year. It is crucial that all New Jerseyans have access to care because early detection saves lives and protects health. “We join all New Jerseyans in offering support to Gov. Murphy and his family and hope for a speedy recovery. We would like to let the ... critical to the fight for a world without cancer. For more information, visit www.fightcancer.org . 0 ACS CAN Reacts to Gov. Murphy's Personal Health Announcement ...

Guest Post: Accelerating Health Equity by Eliminating Cancer Disparities

April is National Minority Health Month. One of our priorities at the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) is supporting public policies that work to ... lawmakers to support legislation aimed at sustaining NIH funding levels, reducing financial burdens on patients and ultimately eliminating health disparities, ACS CAN joined three of our public health and research partners to co-host a Congressional briefing last month. The briefing, ... and control, this focus is particularly relevant. Over and over again, research studies have shown significant differences in access to cancer care and the quality of treatment received in minority and vulnerable populations. Achieving the highest level of health for everyone will require ...

ACS CAN Applauds Passage of Palliative Care Legislation

... the Ohio legislature for passing legislation that will improve the quality of life for cancer patients and their families through palliative care.   Rep. Sarah LaTourette introduced legislation in June 2017 after her father died of cancer. Through her firsthand experience, Rep. ... “The passage of HB 286 will also build the supply and delivery of services to meet increased demand as patients become aware of the proven health outcomes of palliative care.” The goal of palliative care is to improve quality of life for both the patient and their family. It is ... can be provided along with curative treatment to help patients get well faster and easier.  Research indicates that palliative care increases health outcomes while reducing health care costs. Studies have shown coordinating patient care and treating pain and symptoms leads to increased ...

House Set to Pass Relief Bill Expanding Access to Health Coverage

Washington, D.C.—The U.S. House of Representatives is set to pass legislation today that would increase access to health coverage for millions of Americans, including cancer patients and survivors, as part of its pandemic relief package. The bill increases the generosity of subsidies to cover the costs of marketplace health plans—including offering subsides to those who are receiving unemployment benefits—offers financial support to cover the bulk of premium costs for laid off workers who choose to keep their employer-sponsored health care plans and boosts the federal reimbursement for states to expand their Medicaid programs. A statement from Lisa Lacasse, president of the ...

Statement on Signing of New Health Laws in New York State

... Pause Smith – 518.454.4039 (office) or 518.339-6339 (cell) [email protected] FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 29, 2009 NEW LAWS BRIDGE HEALTH INSURANCE GAPS, PROVIDE LIFELINE TO CANCER PATIENTS          Statement from Donald Distasio, CEO, American Cancer Society of NY & NJ, regarding Governor Paterson signing bills to expand health care coverage. “The package of bills being signed today provides a lifeline to cancer patients and their families by bridging a few of the many ...

Survey: COVID-19 Affecting Patients’ Access to Cancer Care

ATLANTA, GA — April 17, 2020 —Cancer patients and those who’ve recently completed treatment are finding it challenging to get necessary health care in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic and many are experiencing financial stress trying to afford care in an increasingly difficult economic ... services to determine if a patient’s cancer had grown or returned (20%); access to supportive services, including physical therapy or mental health care (20%); and access to surgical procedures (8%). Among just the respondents who remain in active treatment, more than a quarter (27%) ...

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