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A letter from Daniel Smith , president of ACS CAN, in response to a Washington Post columnist was published today. Read the letter here .

In tonight's Presidential address to Congress, President Obama made some significant remarks: this is America. We don't do what's easy. We do what is necessary to move this country forward. For that same reason, we must also address the crushing cost of health care. This is a cost

In a big win for cancer advocates, ACS CAN helped secure $1.2 billion for the National Cancer Institute in the economic stimulus bill. After nearly six years of flat or cut funding for cancer research, this is a major step in reinvesting in lifesaving work to fight cancer. In addition

As of last week, at least 29 states have enacted or proposed cuts to their Medicaid programs in response to rising budget deficits. For those of us in the cancer world, one of the most disturbing cuts was the decision in December of South Carolina to limit Medicaid eligibility for

ACS CAN, cancer advocates and children all won big yesterday. President Obama increased the federal tobacco tax to just over $1. Since 2002, 44 states have increased the tobacco tax more than 80 times. Now, thanks to the hard work of ACS CAN volunteers and others, we have done it

Welcome to our new Health Care Reform blog! ACS CAN is gearing up for the fight to make sure that health care reform is a national priority, and we want to hear from you. Have you been turned down for coverage because of a pre-existing condition? Tell us about it

After years of watching Congress and President Bush cut or level fund cancer research, the cancer community determined it was time for a new approach to funding the war on cancer. ACS CAN, in collaboration with the One Voice Against Cancer coalition, has worked with key Members of Congress to introduce a bill establishing a National Cancer Fund.

The 2011 legislative sessions in the states were busy for many reasons,ξmuch of whichξhas to do withξimplementation ofξthe Affordable Care Act.ξ We wanted to update everyone on the progress the states have made on implementing state health insurance exchanges.ξ To date: The governors of 11 states(CA, CO, CT, HI. IL,

We are pleased to announce two smoke-free wins last night: Columbus, Indiana - The Columbus City Council passed a comprehensive smoke-free ordinance, which covers bars, restaurants and workplaces.ξ The ordinance will go into effect on June 1, 2013. Brownsville, Texas - Congratulations to these two communities on their wins!