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Prostate cancer survivors, physicians and cancer advocates gathered at the Pennsylvania State Capitol to urge swift passage of legislation that would expand access to prostate cancer screening for high-risk men. The proposals--House Bill 281 and Senate Bill 447—would remove cost-sharing requirements for those at high-risk of developing prostate cancer that currently keep too many Pennsylvanians from getting screened. ... men to detect and prevent cancer,” said Donna Greco, government relations director for the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) in Pennsylvania. “We thank Senator Devlin Robinson and Representative Jeanne McNeill for championing these bills and look forward to working ...

... aren't able to beat back strong public health policy the way they have in the past. Public health is prevailing with greater frequency in spite of a relentless industry foe. The latest example of this David versus Goliath outcome will directly benefit the citizens of Uruguay, and have far ... countries considering similar public health measures. In a decision late last week, an arbitration tribunal of the World Bank ruled Uruguay can require graphic warning labels covering 80 percent of the front and back of cigarette packs. The tribunal also ruled Uruguay can limit ... or promoting tobacco products. The Australia case was dismissed on procedural grounds but the defense in this dispute is reported to have cost $35 million. While the victories are cause for celebration, the lengthy disputes have both direct economic costs for the countries involved ...

... the past few weeks communicating their positions on important issues, including raising tax rates for high income earners, allowing an extension of the Bush era tax rates for families earning less than $250,000 annually and proposed funding cuts in federal health programs such as Medicare ... so called "fiscal cliff".  It is possible that Members may be required to stay in town during the holidays until a final deal is struck.   ACS CAN sent a letter to President Obama and Congressional leaders in the House of Representatives and the United States Senate to protect the fight ... study also found that annual deductibles more than doubled during the same period. In short, the analysis shows that rising premiums and higher cost sharing continue to strain the budgets of middle- and low-income families. If current trends continue, the average premium for family coverage ...

WASHINGTON – December 4, 2018 -- "The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) is troubled by reports that the administration is not enforcing a requirement that health plans provide accurate information in Medicare provider directories. Cancer disproportionately impacts older Americans, most of whom access health insurance through Medicare. Access to accurate information is critical for families affected by cancer who are trying to guarantee their insurance coverage will meet their health care needs. Medicare beneficiaries could face significant out-of-pocket costs if they buy a plan only to find out that a necessary medical provider is out of network after it is too late to switch plans. ACS ...