Access to Health Care Press Releases
Cover SC Launches with Call for Legislature to Enact Medicaid Expansion
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Today, GOP leaders, North Carolina legislators Donny Lambeth and Kevin Corbin, joined health advocates along with business and faith leaders to hold a press conference at the South Carolina State House.
Alabama’s Health Care Crisis Worsens with Thomasville Closure
MONTGOMERY, Alabama –– With news of the temporary closure of Thomasville Regional Medical Center in Clarke County and fears that closure could be prolonged or permanent, the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network of Alabama renews its call for Gov.
State Senator Devlin Robinson Receives National Distinguished Advocacy Award for Leading the Way on Critical Cancer Legislation
Senator Devlin Robinson received the National Distinguished Advocacy Award this week, the most prestigious award presented by the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN), in recognition of his significant contribution in the fight against cancer.
Waianae Resident Recognized with Young Leader Award in Recognition of Cancer Advocacy Efforts
The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) presented Waianae community member Mckayla McCullah with the Young Leader award this week in recognition of her passionate advocacy and commitment to furthering the fight against cancer.
This award is presented to a state volunteer who has demonstrated an exciting promise in their start with ACS CAN by taking advantage of new opportunities to advocate for cancer patients.
Lt. Governor Dianne Primavera Receives National Distinguished Advocacy Award for Improving Coloradan’s Access to Cancer Screening and Treatment
Lt. Governor Dianne Primavera received the National Distinguished Advocacy Award Wednesday morning in Washington, D.C., the most prestigious award presented by the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN), in recognition of her significant contribution in the fight against cancer.
New Poll: Majority of Ohio Voters say Affordable Health Care is Critical
COLUMBUS, OHIO – A recent poll by the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) shows 8 in 10 (87%) Ohio voters view a candidate’s position on access to affordable, comprehensive health coverage as a vote-determining factor.
New Poll: Majority of Nevada Voters say Access to Affordable, Comprehensive Health Coverage is a Factor this Election
A recent poll by the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) shows 8 in 10 (85%) of voters in Nevada view a candidate’s position on access to affordable, comprehensive health coverage as a vote-determining factor.
The poll findings showed voters in Nevada feel the current health care system is not meeting the needs of most of the state’s residents. Conducted by Public Opinion Strategies and Hart Research, this poll is a part of ACS CAN’s national Cancer Votes campaign—the country’s leading voter education program for cancer-related issues and policies.
New Poll: Majority of Wisconsin Voters Say Candidate’s Position on Affordable Health Care a Deciding Factor
MADISON, Wis. – A recent poll by the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) shows 85% of Wisconsin voters view a candidate’s position on access to affordable, comprehensive health coverage as a vote-determining factor.