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... affected by cancer will be closely monitoring President Obama’s address to Congress tonight with the hope that it returns the focus of the health care debate to those who would benefit most -- patients. “Cancer patients, survivors and their loved ones know too well the gaps that exist in ... Congressional bills in their current form would provide significant help to patients by: Guaranteeing coverage for all Americans, regardless of health status or pre-existing conditions Prohibiting insurance companies from charging people more for insurance because of their health status ...

Following the historic passage of health care reform legislation in the U.S. Senate in December and the U.S. House of Representatives in November, congressional leaders have been meeting ... congressional leaders to continue moving forward on comprehensive reform and not to step back on the promise of significant improvements to the health care system. In fact, a majority of members of both the House and Senate have already supported comprehensive reform with their votes.   We ...

After extensive analysis, the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) announced its support of the health care reform legislation expected to go before the U.S. House of Representatives. ACS CAN scored major media coverage with prominent mentions by top ... momentum and forward motion needed to pass legislation. Here is a look at some recent coverage: Washington Post (11/06) "Democrats wary of health-bill defections" New York Times (11/06) "House Democrats Seek Allies for Health Care Vote"  Politico (11/05) AARP, Cancer Society back ...

... that members of Congress are hopeful about their negotiations on an upcoming legislative package that could expand access to quality, affordable health care. She told us that while these negotiations continue, it’s more important than ever that members of Congress hear from their constituents about the issues being considered. We know it is well past time for Congress to: Expand access to quality, affordable health care for more than 2 million people currently living in 12 states that have failed to expand Medicaid. Cap out-of-pocket costs for ...