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Welcome to the Pennsylvania ACS CAN state page. Pennsylvania is known as the Keystone State. The keystone being the part of an arch that all other parts depend upon, we recognize volunteers as the keystone for ACS CAN. ACS CAN is the nation's leading cancer advocacy organization that is working every day to make cancer a national priority. Stay up to date with information on our issues, volunteer activities and exciting ways to become involved.

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Support SB 225 to Reform Prior Authorization and Step Therapy

The current one-size-fits-all approach to controlling health care costs can lead to unnecessary delays, even denials, of care. This often causes Pennsylvania patients' health to deteriorate as they await authorization or try and fail on medications that don't work for them. 

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Delaware, New Jersey, Pennsylvania

2021 Tri-State Virtual Forum

Join us for a discussion on the progress researchers are making in cancer treatment and prevention and the important role that funding has in fueling cancer research.

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Pennsylvania

Tell Your PA Lawmaker To Co-Sponsor Legislation for Cancer Patients To Receive Timely Access to Care (HB225/SB225)

Representative Steve Mentzer and Senator Kristin Phillips-Hill have issued co-sponsor memos on their intent to introduce legislation that will streamline prior authorization and improve quality of life for patients. 

Tell Your Lawmaker To Support Cancer Patients Receiving Timely Access to Care

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Emergency Order is Lifted; Smoking Allowed to Resume in Pennsylvania Casinos Putting Pennsylvanians at Risk

June 29, 2021
Pennsylvania

The emergency order prohibiting smoking in casinos has been lifted. ACS CAN says employees and vistors should have their health protected and smoking should again be prohibited.

Cancer-Fighting Advocates Mark Great American Smokeout by Calling for Action to Prevent Tobacco Addiction

November 19, 2020
Pennsylvania

To mark the Great American Smokeout, ACS CAN is asking Governor Wolf and the state legislature to include funding in the new budget for tobacco control programs.

Congressman Fitzpatrick Receives National Distinguished Advocacy Award for Championing Lifesaving Cancer Public Policy

September 15, 2020
Pennsylvania

ACS CAN has honored Cong. Brian Fitzpatrick for his leadership in avocating for cancer related policies.

Survey: Cancer Patients Increasingly Face COVID-19 Health Impact

June 1, 2020
Pennsylvania

Washington —Cancer patients and survivors are finding it increasingly challenging to get necessary health care as the COVID-19 pandemic persists. Many are experiencing financial stress and mental health issues as they try to navigate the difficult health and economic environment. An American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) survey

Pennsylvania Events

November 3, 2021

2021 Tri-State Virtual Forum

Join us for a discussion on the progress researchers are making in cancer treatment and prevention and the important role that funding has in fueling cancer research.

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State Contacts

Rachel Mayo
Grassroots Director, Northeast Region
[email protected]
Emma Watson
Pennsylvania Government Relations Director
[email protected]
717.805.1528
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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