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ACS CAN of New York empowers citizens to hold their lawmakers accountable for their words and their actions. We demand that our leaders not only talk about fighting cancer but take real steps toward decreasing the number of people suffering and dying from cancer.

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NY: 2021 Share Your Cancer Story

Thank you for sharing your cancer story. These stories allow us to show how real people are impacted not only by their cancer diagnosis but by the choices that lawmakers make every day. By sharing your story, you empower others and create change. 

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New York

Please Preserve Funding for Cancer Screening

We can’t afford to stop the fight against cancer – and that means making sure cancer screenings are widely available. Please take a few minutes today to email Gov. Cuomo to preserve funding for these vital programs.

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New York

Raise the cigarette tax to save lives from tobacco

Smoking still causes nearly 23,000 deaths in NY each year. Our state lawmakers have the power to change this grim statistic by increasing the tax on tobacco products. New Yorker’s have experienced enough hardship and loss in 2020. Send a message to your Senator and Assembly member today!

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Health Organizations Ask New York Assembly to Help Patients Struggling with Medication Costs

June 8, 2021
New York

ACS CAN and other health organizations are asking lawmakers to pass legislation dealing with copay accumulators

ACS CAN Releases End of Session Priorities

June 4, 2021
New York

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.

ACS CAN Applauds NYS Senate for Passing Legislation to Improve Vaccine Access in Pharmacies

June 1, 2021
New York

The New York State Senate has passed legislation to allow pharmacists to administer all vaccines recommended by the CDC.

American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network Applauds NY Senate Passage of Bill to Reduce Barriers for Patients Facing Life-Threatening Illnesses

May 12, 2021
New York

ACS CAN applauds the New York State Senate for passing legislation that will help New Yorkers pay for treatment of life-threatening illnesses. Asks Assembly to also pass measure.

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November 19, 2021

ACS CAN NY & NJ 2021 Policy Forum: Advancing Research, Innovation and Health Equity (Virtual)

To learn more about Event Sponsorship, Leadership Gifts, or Corporate Membership Opportunities click here. Virtual Forum Focus | Advancing Research, Innovation and Health Equity Cancer remains a critical public health problem and how new cures are...

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Share Your Story

Do you have a personal story about how cancer has impacted you or someone you love? Real stories are how ACS CAN ensures that no one becomes a statistic.

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