Rep. Juan Ciscomani Discusses Healthcare with Cancer Advocates Ahead of Election
On Friday, volunteer advocates with the
Cancer Research Press Releases
New Report Highlights Key Challenges and Opportunities in Childhood Cancer Research and Treatment
A new joint report released today by the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) and the Alliance for Childhood Cancer examines the current state of childhood cancer.
ACS CAN Warns Political Interference Could Threaten Cancer Research
The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) today expressed deep concern following media reports of a new planned executive order placing greater political control over research grant decisions at the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
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.
ACS CAN Calls on Congress to Pass Full-Year Budget; Preserve Stability in Federal Research Funding
Today, the House passed a continuing resolution (CR) to fund the federal government through mid-December.
New Survey Finds Majority of Cancer Patients and Survivors More Likely to Participate in Clinical Trials if They Received Financial Support to Offset Participation Costs
According to a new American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) survey, 89% of cancer patients and survivors say they would be more likely to participate in a clinical trial outside their local area if trial sponsors helped them organize or pay for travel and lodging to offset the extra travel.
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.
New Poll: Majority of Georgia Voters Support Affordable Access to Cancer Care and Continued Investments in Federal Research Funding
ATLANTA – A recent poll by the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) shows 85% of Georgia 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.