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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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PA Volunteers Advocating for Legislation to Fight Cancer

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Protect Pennsylvanians from Tobacco

Ask our state lawmakers to put the health of Pennsylvanians first. By investing in programs to prevent kids from starting to use tobacco and help adults quit, we stand a chance to implement meaningful progress. Send them a message today asking them to fund PA's tobacco prevention and cessation programs at $15.5 million.

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PA: Tobacco Prevention and Cessation is a Smart Investment

Ask PA Senators to protect Pennsylvanians from tobacco by level funding programs that prevent kids from starting to use tobacco products and help adults to quit.

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Share your co-pay accumulator story

Have you had an experience with co-pay accumulators? Share it with us today!

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Pennsylvania Priorities

Latest Updates

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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

State Contacts

Michael Brady
Grassroots Manager
[email protected]
215.985.5364
Emma Watson
Pennsylvania Government Relations Director
[email protected]
717.805.1528
Michelle Zimmerman
Associate Director, Regional Media Advocacy
[email protected]
Cell: 740.525.9577

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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