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The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) is the nation's leading cancer advocacy organization.  We are uniting and empowering cancer patients, survivors, caregivers and their loved ones to make a difference in the fight against cancer in North Dakota and across the nation.

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I support the North Dakota smoke-free law

On December 6, 2012, the state of North Dakota went smoke-free to protect workers and customers from exposure to secondhand smoke in indoor public places.

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One of our most effective means of convincing lawmakers that certain policies are the right thing to do is to offer up your unique story as a way to establish a human connection to the devastation caused by cancer. 

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Survey: COVID-19 Affecting Patients’ Access to Cancer Care

April 16, 2020
North Dakota

Bismarck, N.D.—Cancer patients and those who’ve recently completed treatment are finding it challenging to get necessary health care in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic and many are experiencing financial stress trying to afford care in an increasingly difficult economic environment. According to the latest survey from Survivor Views ,

Local Dentist Dr. John Hamilton Steps Off American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network National Board of Directors

February 24, 2020
North Dakota

Williston, N.D. - Local beloved dentist, Dr. John Hamilton is capping off nearly a decade of service on the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) National Board of Directors. During his nine-year tenure as a director, chair and immediate past chair of the Board, Dr. Hamilton provided leadership

Daphne Hall announced as new State Lead Ambassador for North Dakota

January 13, 2020
North Dakota

Bismarck, ND - We are excited to introduce Daphne Hall, of Baldwin, as the new State Lead Ambassador for the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) in North Dakota. Daphne is an ovarian cancer survivor who is currently serving on the Ambassador Constituent Team (ACT!). Daphne is a

Cancer Advocates Celebrate Seven Years of North Dakota’s Smoke-free Air Law

December 6, 2019
North Dakota

BISMARCK, ND - The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) and Tobacco Free North Dakota celebrate seven years of the statewide smoke-free law that protects all North Dakotans from secondhand smoke, including the aerosol from e-cigarettes. On December 6, 2012, all public places and places of employment in

State Contacts

Deb Knuth
North Dakota State Director
[email protected]
701-250-1022
Priscilla Cabral-Pérez
Senior Regional Media Advocacy Manager
[email protected]
720.524.5440

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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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