Annual Ann Riley Pink Tea for Cancer Awareness
Breast cancer survivor and advocate Meg Kinnard to emcee annual Ann Riley Pink tea event to bring awareness to need for better access and prevention policy in South Carolina.
Access to Healthcare Press Releases
ACS CAN Launches Nationwide Ad Campaign to Make Cancer a National Priority in 2026 Midterm Elections
With more than 2 million Americans expected to be diagnosed with cancer this year, the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) today announced the launch of a digital and print advertising campaign across 17 states as part of ACS CAN’s Cancer Votes program to ensure cancer remains a national priority in the 2026 midterm elections.
Mississippi Lawmakers Receive National Distinguished Advocacy Award for Cancer Policy
JACKSON, Miss. – September 16, 2026 – Mississippi state Rep. Sam Creekmore and state Sen.
State Rep. Amanda Nedweski Receives National Distinguished Advocacy Award for Leadership on Lifesaving Breast Cancer Screening Legislation
KENOSHA, Wis. – Wisconsin State Rep.
Cathy Peters Receives Dave Woodmansee Award for Excellence in Cancer Advocacy
Washington, D.C., – Cathy Peters was recognized by the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) this week in honor of her exceptional work advocating for cancer-fighting public policies.
Sara Sahli Receives Government Relations Professional of the Year Award for Excellence in Cancer Advocacy
MADISON, Wis. – Sara Sahli was recognized as the country’s top government relations professional by the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) in honor of her exceptional work advocating for cancer-fighting public policies.
Tucson Cancer Survivors, Advocates Meet with Congressional Candidate JoAnna Mendoza (CD-06) to Discuss Healthcare Ahead of Election
On Thursday, cancer survivors, patients and volunteer advocates with the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) gathered with congressional candidate JoAnna Mendoza to discuss cancer in Arizona and policies that can help in the figh
New Poll: Majority of Wisconsin Voters Support Affordable Access to Cancer Care; Want Lawmakers to Address Youth Nicotine and Tobacco Use
MADISON, Wis. – A recent poll by the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) shows 81% of Wisconsin voters believe all Americans, regardless of the type of health insurance they have, should have access to affordable cancer screening and treatment close to home.
New Poll: Majority of Kansas Voters Support Affordable Access to Cancer Care; Convey High Levels of Concern Over Tobacco Usage
TOPEKA, Kan. – A recent poll by the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) shows 82% of Kansas voters believe all Americans, regardless of the type of health insurance they have, should have access to affordable cancer screening and treatment close to home.
New Poll: Majority of Iowa Voters Support Affordable Access to Cancer Care and Continued Investments in Federal Research Funding
DES MOINES, Iowa – A recent poll by the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) shows 82% of Iowa voters believe all Americans, regardless of the type of health insurance they have, should have access to affordable cancer screening and treatment close to home.