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State takes big step toward more pain care

        State takes big step toward more pain care Posted: 5:24 pm Mon, May 6, 2013 By Alissa Gulin ,  Daily Record Business Writer Hospital representatives and patient advocacy groups are ... such as the side effects of chemotherapy. Doctors also thoroughly explain all treatment options, helping patients feel more in control of their health, proponents say. “It’s a wraparound service, usually with a team leader bringing together specialists to work with the patient and ... the standards by 2016. The five hospitals, which will be chosen through an application process, will then make recommendations to the Maryland Health Care Commission on developing uniform programs across the state. That expansion could take many forms, said Denise Matricciani, vice ...

Leading Patient Groups Support Workplace Wellness Provisions in House Health Reform Bill

WASHINGTON -- November 16, 2009 -- Three of the nation’s leading patient groups are expressing their strong support for language in the House health care bill that promotes evidence-based workplace wellness programs and encourages financial incentives for healthy behaviors that are not tied to ... bill that passed the House Nov. 7, and they will be urging lawmakers to support those provisions over related Senate committee language in final health reform legislation. “Workplace wellness programs can effectively improve the health of employees and reduce health care costs for ...

Essential Health Benefits Should Guarantee Adequate, Affordable Coverage for Cancer Patients

WASHINGTON, DC - November 20, 2012 - "The proposed regulation provides important details on the minimum level of health coverage required for new individual and small-group plans offered across the country. "We recognize the need for some flexibility as state policy makers, consumers and insurers adjust to the concept of essential health benefits. However, this flexibility should not become a reason to allow for benefit restrictions and limitations on people with certain ... the country will move toward a uniform definition of coverage in the next few years that provides patients with an evidence-based continuum of care, regardless of their geographic location. "Access to meaningful, affordable care is critical to ensure that individuals can prevent or detect ...

American Cancer Society Celebrates CVS Health's Tobacco-free Move

When CVS Health announced its plans earlier this year to halt the sale of tobacco products in its stores, it swiftly fortified its commitment to the health and wellness of its customers and the communities it serves and definitively acknowledged, in no uncertain terms, that fighting cancer is ... investor in cancer research, ensuring people facing cancer have the help they need and continuing the fight for access to quality health care, lifesaving screenings, clean air, and more. For more information, to get help, or to join the fight, call us anytime, day or night, at ...

Medicaid Coverage of Tobacco Cessation Can Help to Address Health Disparities

In 2020, nearly 31  million adults used cigarettes and  a disproportionate number of those  individuals relied  on Medicaid for their health care. [i] Smoking cigarettes significantly increases an individual’s risk to get at least 12 cancers. [ii] The smoking rates for adults on ... 2022;71:397–405. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.15585/mmwr.mm7111a1 . [ii] Simmons VN, Piñeiro B, Hooper MW, Gray JE, Brandon TH. Tobacco-Related Health Disparities Across the Cancer Care Continuum. Cancer Control. 2016;23(4):434-441. doi:10.1177/107327481602300415. [iii] Cornelius ME, ...

Public Health Organizations Applaud Washington County Voters for Upholding Flavored Tobacco Law

... advocacy affiliate, ACS CAN has successfully advocated for billions of dollars in cancer research funding, expanded access to quality affordable health care, and made workplaces, including restaurants and bars, smoke-free. As we mark our 20th anniversary, we’re more determined than ever to ... Association The American Heart Association is a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives. We are dedicated to ensuring equitable health in all communities. Through collaboration with numerous organizations, and powered by millions of volunteers, we fund innovative research, ...

Health Advocates Celebrate Dayton’s Smoke-free Ordinance Taking Effect

... 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 ... it, for everyone. Join the fight by visiting www.fightcancer.org.  0 This Sunday, November 6th, the City of Dayton is officially smoke-free Health Advocates Celebrate Dayton’s Smoke-free Ordinance Taking Effect ...

New York Reduces Financial Barriers to Lifesaving Cancer Care

... Earlier today, Governor Hochul signed two bills into law, both of which address gaps in New Yorkers’ access to affordable, lifesaving care for those facing a cancer diagnosis—or other chronic illness. The two new laws aim to limit out-of-pocket expenses associated with ... prescription drug treatments. The details are as follows:  A2085-A / S906-B, now Chapter 739, requires that every state-regulated large-group health plan cover 100% of the cost of colorectal cancer screening beginning at age 45 and removes cost-sharing for individuals who require a ... will build off the NYS Department of Financial Services (DFS) Insurance Circular Letter No. 4 (2022) that requires the same of all issuers and health plans issued in New York State. Such coverage would be updated as screening guidelines are updated by the American Cancer Society and the ...

Health Advocates Urge Wyoming Legislature to Pass $1 Tobacco Tax Increase 

... on Tuesday, February 13 for a Day at the Capitol to urge their state lawmakers to pass a $1 tobacco tax increase that will save lives, reduce health care costs, and raise new revenue. The group asked lawmakers to support the Revenue Committee’s House Bill 43, which would raise Wyoming’s ... of tobacco on our state, and they should use it." A stronger tobacco tax also has financial benefits. The state spends $258 million annually on health care costs related to smoking, with almost $45 million a year in Medicaid costs. "In this budget year and state budget shortfall, a $1 ...

10,000 Lack Health Insurance When Diagnosed with Cancer

American Cancer Society Releases Numbers of Uninsured Cancer Cases By County, Showing Need for Health Insurance Exchange Albany, NY (March 26, 2012) - According to an American Cancer Society analysis, 10,000 New Yorkers every year who find ... number of uninsured new cancer cases per county (see chart below). More than 100,000 New Yorkers were diagnosed with cancer last year.  A health insurance exchange would provide access to the health coverage those patients need to increase their odds of surviving cancer and avoiding ... for certain: I would die. At 55 I would be a statistic, an individual whose life meant nothing because I didn’t make enough money to get the care I needed. I had no insurance and no savings so there was absolutely no way I could pay for surgery, treatments and follow up. As I think about ...

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