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New York - protect our kids and restrict the sale of flavored tobacco products!

Big Tobacco is hooking our kids with flavors like vanilla, cherry and even unicorn poop.  The tobacco companies add menthol to cigarettes to create a cooling effect and mask the harshness of tobacco. It's time to stop Big Tobacco from hooking our kids with flavors. 

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Urge Governor Cuomo to protect funding to prevent cancer

Please send Governor Cuomo a message TODAY urging him to make the health and wellbeing of all New Yorkers, including cancer patients and survivors, a priority by continuing to fund the state’s vital public health programs and Medicaid. We know these are uncertain times, but the future could soon look even worse for those who rely on state programs to prevent and treat cancer. 

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NY: 2020 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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The Use of Tobacco Coupons and Multi-Pack Discounts to End Tomorrow in New York State

June 30, 2020
New York

On July 1, 2020 new measues become law that will protect New Yorkers from some strategies of Big Tobacco that attract people to the dangerous addiction.

2020 Cancer Burden in New York State

June 19, 2020
New York

Covid-19 has had a devastating impact on cancer patients. From delays with accessing care to the financial burden, it has taken its toll. ACS CAN conducted two surveys to understand the actual impact the pandemic was having on cancer patients and survivors. Here in New York, our advocacy work continues.

Say NO to Copay Accumulators in New York State

June 15, 2020
New York

Access to care and keeping medication affordable is critical for cancer patients. It has been particularly difficult for patients in these challenging times. Insurance companies are making it even more trying with copay accumulator programs. These programs prevent patients from using a copay card or coupon to cover their out

2020 New York State Legislative Summary

June 12, 2020
New York

Due to the pandemic, the New York State Legislative Session looked a bit different this year. Even though things ran a bit differently, we still had major wins for cancer patients and fighters across New York State. We maintained funding for the Tobacco Control Program, Cancer Services Program and funding

New York Events

November 20, 2020
New York, NY

Future of Cancer Care: ACS CAN Policy Forum in New York City

Future of Cancer Care Policy Forum in New York City The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) is hosting its annual policy forum, The Future of Cancer Care , in New York City, on Friday, November 2020. This policy forum and networking event will bring together...

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State Contacts

Rebecca Oechsner
Grassroots Manager
[email protected]
518.275.1587
Julie Hart
Senior Government Relations Director, New York
[email protected]
518-505-7833
Marc Kaplan
Senior Regional Media Advocacy Manager
[email protected]
518-796-1038
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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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