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10-7-10 Affordable Care Act Update

... papers on insurance reform and the exchanges have been posted to www.fightcancer.org/healthcare/learn . The fact sheets provide brief overviews of provisions in the law that impact cancer patients. New factsheets include information on Medicaid benefits, the Indian Health Service, and ... at www.fightcancer.org/healthcare.learn .      Comments on Interim Final Rule on State Health Exchanges   On Monday, October 4, ACS CAN signed onto a consumer group letter responding to the US Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS) request for comments regarding the ... in the nation to do so since the Affordable Care Act was enacted. Schwarzenegger also signed a bill that supports immediate implementation of no-cost prevention in the state, rather than waiting until 2014.     Resolution on Grandfathered Plans   ACS CAN last month joined seven other ...

10-7-10 Affordable Care Act Update

... papers on insurance reform and the exchanges have been posted to www.fightcancer.org/healthcare/learn . The fact sheets provide brief overviews of provisions in the law that impact cancer patients. New factsheets include information on Medicaid benefits, the Indian Health Service, and ... at www.fightcancer.org/healthcare.learn .      Comments on Interim Final Rule on State Health Exchanges   On Monday, October 4, ACS CAN signed onto a consumer group letter responding to the US Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS) request for comments regarding the ... in the nation to do so since the Affordable Care Act was enacted. Schwarzenegger also signed a bill that supports immediate implementation of no-cost prevention in the state, rather than waiting until 2014.     Resolution on Grandfathered Plans   ACS CAN last month joined seven other ...

Survey: Cancer Patients and Survivors Continue to Face Pandemic-Related Health Care Delays 1 Year Later

Washington, D.C.— Cancer patients and survivors continue to deal with the negative effects of the coronavirus pandemic on their ability to access necessary health care. According to a new Survivor Views survey from the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN), 1 in 3 (35%) cancer patients and survivors report that the pandemic has affected their ability to access care. Even during the last few ... statement (81%). The survey also asked respondents what they would consider the top priorities for improving health care. Respondents ranked the cost of health care as the most important challenge facing cancer patients and survivors (36%). It ranked as the top issue across numerous ...

Colorado Cancer Advocates, U.S. Senator Bennet Call on Congress to Enact Policy to Create a Pathway to Coverage for Innovative Multi-Cancer Screenings for Millions

Denver, Colo. –   A virtual event held Tuesday morning by the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) and U.S. Sen. Michael Bennet (D-CO) highlighted the promise of new blood-based cancer screening technologies that have the potential to dramatically increase early-stage diagnosis for a wide range of cancers ... is critical. “As a colon cancer survivor, I know the devastating effects of a late-stage diagnosis not only on health outcomes but also on cost. If my cancer had been caught earlier, my prognosis probably would have been far different and my treatment far less costly,” said Morrison ...

Michigan Latest State to Follow National Smoke-Free Trend

... law, which was signed by Governor Jennifer Granholm Dec. 18, will apply to all bars, restaurants and work places, except for the gaming floors of existing casinos, cigar bars and tobacco specialty stores. Although smoking will be allowed on casino gaming floors, it will be banned in the ... health victory and will save countless lives in Michigan," said John R. Seffrin, PhD, CEO, American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN). "Increasingly, states are realizing the many benefits of comprehensive smoke-free laws that cover all workplaces Š—– workers can make a living without risking their health, patrons and tourists can ...

10-12-12 Affordable Care Act Update

... dozen governors have indicated they will expand their programs, while several others have expressed their intention to opt out. Regardless, ACS CAN anticipates a significant number of state legislatures will debate, discuss and vote on the issue during their 2013 legislative sessions.    With the assistance of ACS CAN state ... including tax credits,  premium rating reforms, and administrative simplification.  (The impact of the essential health benefits package on cost could not be estimated because too little information is available at this time.)  As always, thank you for all you do every day to support ...

10-12-12 Affordable Care Act Update

... dozen governors have indicated they will expand their programs, while several others have expressed their intention to opt out. Regardless, ACS CAN anticipates a significant number of state legislatures will debate, discuss and vote on the issue during their 2013 legislative sessions.    With the assistance of ACS CAN state ... including tax credits,  premium rating reforms, and administrative simplification.  (The impact of the essential health benefits package on cost could not be estimated because too little information is available at this time.)  As always, thank you for all you do every day to support ...

10-12-12 Affordable Care Act Update

... dozen governors have indicated they will expand their programs, while several others have expressed their intention to opt out. Regardless, ACS CAN anticipates a significant number of state legislatures will debate, discuss and vote on the issue during their 2013 legislative sessions.    With the assistance of ACS CAN state ... including tax credits,  premium rating reforms, and administrative simplification.  (The impact of the essential health benefits package on cost could not be estimated because too little information is available at this time.)  As always, thank you for all you do every day to support ...

Advocates Insist Governor Prioritize Tobacco Prevention Funding in Upcoming Special Session

The following is a statement from Doug Hogan, government relations director for the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) in West Virginia: "The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) calls on Gov. Justice to include a $4.5 million investment for the West Virginia Division of Tobacco Prevention program in his call for the special session. We agree with the governor when he says, “Let’s come up with something that ... “West Virginia is typically ranked 50th in the country for funding critical programs to reduce tobacco use. As a result, the state has some of the highest tobacco usage rates nationwide for teenagers and adults. Nearly 38% of 4,300 cancer deaths each year can be attributed to smoking, ...

Cancer-Fighting Advocates Mark Great American Smokeout by Calling for Action to Prevent Tobacco Addiction

... 45 th  annual Great American Smokeout today by calling on New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo and state lawmakers to protect the health of state residents by increasing the tax on all tobacco products and ensuring the additional revenue is used for the state’s public health ... tobacco control measures. In New York, cigarette taxes and most tobacco taxes have not been increased in ten years. As the advocacy affiliate of ACS, the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN), supports evidence-based strategies proven to reduce tobacco use including comprehensive smoke-free laws, regular and significant tobacco ...

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