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Tobacco use remains the leading cause of preventable death. In Alabama, 33.6% of cancer deaths are caused by smoking, and smoking accounts for $2.19 billion annually in direct health care costs.

Latest Updates

May 19, 2026
Alabama

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Cancer survivors, researchers and advocates, including Lynne Nacke of Birmingham, will travel to Capitol Hill on May 21 to deliver a message to Congress: America’s progress against cancer is working but continued investment is essential to save more lives. The advocates represent researchers developing the next

April 6, 2026
Alabama

Cancer advocates gathered to celebrate the passage of new laws aimed at reducing cancer disparities and saving lives. The policies, championed by ACS CAN, will increase access to crucial cancer care for Alabamians who have state-regulated health insurance plans.

March 24, 2026
Alabama

MONTGOMERY, Ala. – In a show of unity among scientists across Alabama, more than 50 cancer researchers from multiple universities will gather for a symposium at the State House in Montgomery on Tuesday, March 31. They will include students, staff and professors from the University of Alabama at Birmingham, Alabama

February 26, 2026
Alabama

MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Senate passed House Bill 300 Thursday, which would help patients better afford breast cancer screenings. HB300 would make sure any state-regulated health insurance plan covers follow-up diagnostic imaging without any cost-sharing, including a deductible. A recent report by the American Cancer

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Nicole Lallatin
Senior Grassroots Manager
Stacy Jacobson
Sr. Regional Media Advocacy Manager

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