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Letter to the Editor: Invest in state's tobacco program

March 16, 2017
Rhode Island

Tobacco use is the nation's most preventable cause of death, yet nearly half a million people in the United States will die from tobacco-related diseases this year. RIght here in Rhode Island, it is estimated that 1,800 adults will die due to their own smoking this year alone. March 15th

Letter to the Editor: No repeal of health insurance without replacing it

January 31, 2017
Rhode Island

I am a cancer survivor and my health coverage is my lifeline. Access to timely treatment, affordable medications, regular screenings and doctor visits are essential and are the reason why I am alive today. Any breaks in coverage could mean delayed care and dire consequences for my health. As members

Rhode Island Businesses Join Together to Support Cancer Research Funding; Sponsor American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network Rhode Island Research Breakfast

September 30, 2016
Rhode Island

Providence - September 30, 2016 - On October 14, 2016, the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) Rhode Island will host its 3rd annual research breakfast that will convene a cross section of thought leaders, medical professionals and cancer survivors from across the state to address the pressing

Rhode Island ACS CAN Volunteers Deliver Research Funding Petitions to Congressmen

September 1, 2016
Rhode Island

During the month of August, Rhode Island volunteers visited all four of our federal delegation to discuss the importance of cancer research funding and deliver petitions they had gathered on the topic.

Rhode Island Getting Mixed Reviews on Cancer Fighting Public Policies

August 11, 2016
Rhode Island

ACS CAN has released the annual report that rates each state on their public policies in 10 issue areas that can help fight cancer, prevent cancer, and make life better for patients.

Rhode Island Paving the Way for Palliative Care

February 1, 2014
Rhode Island

When Palliative Care/Quality of Life Legislation was signed into law on July 11, 2013, Rhode Island became the state leading the nation in palliative care progress.

Rhode Island State Lead Ambassador

Rhode Island

Paul Adam Paul Adam is from Woonsocket and has been a volunteer with ACS CAN since 2018. He is a former Relay for Life of Northern Rhode Island volunteer. He served as the event Co-Chair for two years. Why are you a cancer advocate? While I personally have

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