Steps Governor Hochul Can Take to Make New York a Leader in Health Equity
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South Portland City Council to Vote on Ending the Sale of All Flavored Tobacco Products
SOUTH PORTLAND – Today, the South Portland City Council will hold a first reading and vote on a proposed ordinance to end the sale of all flavored tobacco products, including e-cigarettes and menthol flavored products.
American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network Welcomes Three New Members to the National Board of Directors
WASHINGTON, D.C.— The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) announces three new members – Dr. Roy Jensen, Susan Penfield and Dr. Karen M. Winkfield – alongside newly-elected leadership officers to the Board of Directors, with terms beginning on January 1, 2023.
Court Order Requires Tobacco Companies to Post Signs About Health Risks of Smoking at 200,000 Stores Across U.S. – Order Stems from 2006 Racketeering Verdict Against Companies
Under a federal court order issued today, the major U.S. tobacco companies will soon have to post signs telling the public the truth about the deadly consequences of cigarette smoking at nearly 200,000 retail outlets across the nation that sell cigarettes.
Westchester Board of Legislators Votes to End the Sale of All Flavored Tobacco Products
WESTCHESTER, NY – December 6, 2022 – Last week, the Westchester County Board of Legislators voted to end the sale of menthol cigarettes and all other flavored tobacco products, including e-cigarettes, hookah, cigars and smokeless tobacco products.
Ryan Strik Joins American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network to Lead Government Relations in Rhode Island
PROVIDENCE — Ryan Strik has joined the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) as the government relations director in Rhode Island. In this role, Strik will lead ACS CAN’s efforts in the state to advance legislation and public policies to reduce cancer.
Doug Hogan Joins American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network to Lead Government Relations in Kentucky and West Virginia
Hogan will lead ACS CAN’s efforts in the state to advance legislation and public policies to reduce cancer.
Statement on the Death of Congressman Donald McEachin & Status of Virginians’ Access to Colorectal Cancer Screening
RICHMOND, VA– November 30, 2022 – A statement from Brian Donohue, Director of Government Relations at the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network in Virginia, follows on the death of Congressional Representative to Virginia’s 4th District, Donald McEachin, from his battle with co
Patient Groups Urge U.S. District Court to Preserve Preventive Services Coverage Requirement
Washington, D.C.— Patient groups representing millions of people with serious health conditions submitted an amicus brief today urging the U.S.
Respect for Marriage Act Would Remove Barriers to Care Stemming from Discrimination
The U.S. Senate voted today on legislation that would help ensure marriage equality for same-sex and interracial couples and their families, as well as protect their ability to access employment benefits, such as health insurance.