ACS CAN Releases End of Session Priorities
As the New York State Legislature approaches adjournment, ACS CAN is focusing on two pieces of legislation that can save lives and improve access to needed care.
Colorectal Cancer Press Releases
United States Preventive Services Task Force Releases Final Recommendation, Evidence Summary, and Modeling Study on Screening for Colorectal Cancer
ACS Expert says: “These new guidelines are in line with the most recent American Cancer Society (ACS) guideline
Texas Legislature Votes Unanimously to Ensure Access to Affordable Colorectal Cancer Screenings
Today, the Texas Legislature voted unanimously in support of Senate bill 1028, ensuring Texans can access affordable preventative colorectal cancer screening beginning at age 45 per American Cancer Society (ACS) guidelines
McKee Takes Final Step to Ensure Affordable Colorectal Cancer Screenings for Rhode Islanders
PROVIDENCE, RI – Today, Gov. Daniel McKee will sign into law The Maryellen Goodwin Colorectal Cancer Screening Act, which ensures Rhode Islanders can access affordable preventative colorectal cancer screening beginning at age 45.
Senate Passes Legislation Expected to Save Thousands of Lives Lost to Colorectal Cancer
AUSTIN, TX — April 23, 2021 — With overwhelming bi-partisan support, Senate lawmakers today passed SB1028 – a bill that will eliminate a major financial barrier for Texans to receive their preventive colorectal cancer screenings.
Colorectal Cancer Advocates Diagnosed at Age Below State Screening Guidelines Share Their Survivor Stories with Lawmakers
AUSTIN, TX – April 13, 2021 – Sponsored by Sen. Huffman and Sen. Zaffirini, SB 1028 will be heard by the Senate Business and Commerce Committee today at 8 a.m.
Cancer Patients and Survivors Host Week of Action to Reduce Cancer Burden
AUSTIN, TX — April 5, 2021 — The unpredictable and dynamic nature of COVID-19 is no match for the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network's (ACS CAN) volunteers' steadfast commitment.
Texas Senators Take Important Step to Address High Colorectal Cancer Mortality Rates in the State
AUSTIN, TX – March 9, 2021 – Late last week, Sen. Joan Huffman and Sen.
Governor Mansion Goes Blue in Honor of Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
COLUMBIA, SC – March 3, 2021 – Beginning today through March 12, the South Carolina Governor’s Mansion will be lit blue for the first time in honor of colorectal cancer awareness month.
New Policy Extending Colorectal Screening Coverage for Low-Income Texans Takes Effect Today
AUSTIN, TX – March 1, 2021 – Beginning today, Texans covered by Medicaid with an average risk of colorectal cancer will have their screenings covered starting at age 45.