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OK ACS CAN for Native American Health Disparities and the Impact of Cancer on November 10, 2020

Oklahoma ACS CAN will be hosting its annual Oklahoma Cancer Policy Conference as a live, online multi-media event to educate patients, providers, members of Congress, legislators and the public about polices that produce better health outcomes.

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Tribal Leadership, Healthcare & Government Officials Examine Disparities Affecting Cancer Outcomes

November 9, 2020
Oklahoma

Cancer patients and survivors continue to experience potentially serious health care delays during the pandemic, and tomorrow leadership across Oklahoma will shine a light on the disparities affecting Native Americans’ cancer outcomes.

Big Ballot Initiative Victories for ACS CAN

November 4, 2020
Oklahoma, Oregon

Voting for president and federal and state lawmakers weren’t the only important decisions that voters made yesterday. Public health advocates also scored big victories in ballot initiatives in Oklahoma and Oregon. Thanks to the great work of ACS CAN volunteers and staff, Oklahomans voted to protect funding for a program

Leading Health Organizations Celebrate Protection of Oklahoma’s Tobacco Settlement Endowment Trust

November 3, 2020
Oklahoma

With a “no” vote on State Question 814, Oklahomans delivered a clear message to legislators: A healthy Oklahoma is important to them.

Leading Health Organizations Form Coalition Opposing State Question 814

October 5, 2020
Oklahoma

Today, the No on 814 – Campaign for a Healthier Oklahoma announced its coalition that asks voters to say “no” to State Question 814 on Nov. 3 and protect the Tobacco Settlement Endowment Trust (TSET) from sweeping changes that would funnel tens of millions of dollars away from critical programs that have helped 2.4 million Oklahomans.

Shagah Ashley

Oklahoma: Getting Involved in Your Community

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Fighting cancer is something that requires collective action. Join our volunteer group to work with the legislature, public health, and healthcare organizations to reduce the burden of cancer.

State Contacts

Matt Glanville
Government Relations Director, Oklahoma
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
[email protected]
405.841.5830
Paula Warlick
Grassroots Manager, Oklahoma
Tulsa, Oklahoma
[email protected]
539.302.2010

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