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Florida ACS CAN New Volunteer Training

Please join us for one of our two new volunteer training meetings - Tuesday, March 26th at 12PM or Thursday, March 28th at 5:30PM. We will give an overview on the volunteer opportunities, discuss ASC CAN priorities, and introduce you to the ACS CAN Florida team. 

 

We hope you can join us!

Latest Updates

March 8, 2024
Florida

The Florida legislature ended its 2024 session today by passing a budget that included landmark funding for cancer priorities in the Sunshine State, including meaningful increases for the Florida Cancer Innovation Fund, the Mary Brogan Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program and the Casey DeSantis Cancer Research Program.

March 6, 2024
Florida

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – March 6, 2024 – The Florida legislature passed a bill late Tuesday that expands patient access to biomarker testing, a key tool used by physicians to identify the most effective treatment of cancer and other diseases.

December 15, 2023
Florida

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. Rep. Karen Gonzalez Pittman (R-Tampa) and Sen. Alexis Calatayud (R- Miami) filed bills today ( HB 885 and SB 964 ) that will allow more Floridians to access biomarker testing , which has become an increasingly important part of cancer care in

October 1, 2023
Florida

FORT MYERS, FL -- The most rewarding part of our roles as oncology providers is the opportunity to extend and enrich lives. It enables people to witness cherished milestones such as a child’s wedding or the birth of a grandchild. The oncology world is witnessing a transformative phase with

State Contacts

Susan Harbin
Senior Director, Government Relations
State of Florida
Natalie Kliné
Senior Grassroots Manager
South Florida & Puerto Rico
Stacy Jacobson
Sr. Regional Media Advocacy Manager

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