Bill Would Weaken Patient Protections in New Health Care Law
WASHINGTON, D.C. September 20, 2012 The House Energy and Commerce Committee is expected to vote today on legislation (H.R.
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Report Shows Sequester's Devastating Impact On Cancer Research, Prevention
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- September 14, 2012 -- Following is a statement from Christopher W. Hansen, president of the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN), on the White House report issued today on the impact of mandated budget cuts that are scheduled to take effect Jan. 1:
Report Shows Majority of States Not Measuring Up On Laws and Policies to Fight Cancer
WASHINGTON, D.C. August 9, 2012 A majority of states are not measuring up on legislative solutions that prevent and fight cancer, according to a new report released today by the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN).
ACS CAN Volunteer Joins Lawmakers, Sebelius to Emphasize Access to Cancer Prevention Services
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- July 31, 2012 -- American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) volunteer and breast cancer survivor Anne Creech joined Sen. Barbara Mikulski (D-MD), Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Kathleen Sebelius and other officials today at the U.S.
New Report Highlights Lifesaving Community Programs Funded by Prevention Fund
WASHINGTON, D.C. July 25, 2012 The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) released a report today showcasing federally funded community programs nationwide that are helping to save lives by preventing serious chronic diseases such as cancer.
House Subcommittee Budget Proposal Resurrects Barriers to Care and Flat Funds Cancer Research Programs
WASHINGTON, D.C. July 18, 2012 -People with cancer and their families are disappointed that appropriators in the U.S.
Leading Health Groups Outline Guidance on Outcomes-Based Incentives
EDINA, Minn. (July 17, 2012) A forward-thinking new initiative by a group of leading health care organizations has produced the industry's most consensus-driven guidance for the use of outcomes-based incentives in employer-sponsored wellness (or health management) programs.
Supreme Court Ruling Preserves Critical Patient Protections for Families Affected by Cancer
WASHINGTON June 28, 2012 The U.S. Supreme Court today upheld the constitutionality of provisions of the Affordable Care Act that are critical to ensuring that people with cancer and other life-threatening chronic diseases can access quality, affordable health care.
Final FDA User Fee Legislation Makes Patients a Priority
WASHINGTON -- June 20, 2012 -- The U.S.
Senate Amendment to Pay for Student Loan Fix with Prevention Fund Undermines Historic Investment in Health
WASHINGTON -- May 24, 2012 -- The U.S. Senate is considering an amendment to offset the cost of student loan programs by cutting the Prevention and Public Health Fund.
A statement from American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) President Christopher W. Hansen follows: