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Senate Votes to Raise Tobacco Taxes, Increase Health Care Coverage for Children
Statement of Daniel E. Smith, President, American Cancer Society Cancer Action NetworkSM (ACS CAN) WASHINGTON, D.C. -- August 3, 2007 -- "Just one day after the House gave the nationwide cancer community a major win, the Senate delivered a victory of its own with a strong bipartisan vote. The legislation approved last night will save lives by substantially increasing the federal cigarette tax ...
Affordable Cancer Care is Past Due
The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN)’s video campaign highlights the urgent need for Congress to take action on public policies to increase access to quality, affordable cancer ... and survivors. ACS CAN urges Congress to prioritize affordable cancer care and make increased Affordable Care Act subsidies permanent; cap out-of-pocket costs in Medicare Part D; and close the Medicaid coverage gap. Taking action is past due. Affordable Cancer Care is Past Due (Video) Video of affordable_cancer_care_is_past_due Affordable Cancer Care is Past Due (Print) Download PDF Affordable Cancer Care is Past Due ...
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 ...
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 ...
2025 Arkansas Legislative Session Summary
... Legislative Priorities Victory in the fight against cancer requires bold new public policies that promote cancer prevention, early detection of cancer, and expand access to quality, affordable health care. Lawmakers make many decisions that impact the lives of Arkansans impacted by cancer and their leadership is vital to defeating this disease. In 2025, the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) worked with the Arkansas Legislature in support of the following priorities: Ensuring Access to Quality Care Genetic Testing Access : The ... signed into law, legislation that will require health plans to provide coverage for genetic testing for inherited cancer risk and eliminate cost-sharing requirements for clinically appropriate genetic testing and guideline recommended cancer imaging for those at high-risk of developing ...
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 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 ...
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