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Over 750 advocates bring the fight against cancer to the nation's capital

September 3, 2026

Next week, over 750 cancer advocates will gather in Washington, D.C. to participate in ACS CAN’s annual Leadership Summit & Lobby Day (LS&LD), a 3-day event where volunteers meet with their members of Congress to advocate for crucial cancer issues. The event is also an all-encompassing opportunity for volunteers to

Florida’s Proposed Changes to Immunization Requirements for Schools Threaten Cancer Patients and Survivors

September 1, 2026
Florida

Today, the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) submitted comments to the Florida Department of Health opposing Florida’s proposed revisions to Rule 64D-3.046, related to immunization requirements for school entry.

Florida’s Proposed Changes to Immunization Requirements for Schools Threaten Cancer Patients and Survivors

September 1, 2026
Florida

Today, the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) submitted comments to the Florida Department of Health opposing Florida’s proposed revisions to Rule 64D-3.046, related to immunization requirements for school entry.

ACS CAN Calls on Congress to Pass Full-Year Budget; Preserve Stability in Federal Research Funding

September 1, 2026
National

Today, the House passed a continuing resolution (CR) to fund the federal government through mid-December.

ACS CAN Calls on Congress to Pass Full-Year Budget; Preserve Stability in Federal Research Funding

September 1, 2026
National

Today, the House passed a continuing resolution (CR) to fund the federal government through mid-December.

Tucson Cancer Survivors, Advocates Meet with Congressional Candidate JoAnna Mendoza (CD-06) to Discuss Healthcare Ahead of Election 

August 28, 2026
Arizona

On Thursday, cancer survivors, patients and volunteer advocates with the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) gathered with congressional candidate JoAnna Mendoza to discuss cancer in Arizona and policies that can help in the fight against the disease. This effort was part of ACS CAN’s

Tucson Cancer Survivors, Advocates Meet with Congressional Candidate JoAnna Mendoza (CD-06) to Discuss Healthcare Ahead of Election 

August 28, 2026
Arizona

On Thursday, cancer survivors, patients and volunteer advocates with the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) gathered with congressional candidate JoAnna Mendoza to discuss cancer in Arizona and policies that can help in the fight against the disease. This effort was part of ACS CAN’s

Holding FDA Accountable for Regulation of New Tobacco Products

August 28, 2026

ACS CAN joined the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids, the American Heart Association, American Lung Association, American Academy of Pediatrics, Parents Against Vaping E-cigarettes, and the Truth Initiative, along with some individual plaintiffs in a lawsuit against the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regarding the agency’s May 8, 2026,

MEDIA ADVISORY FOR SUNDAY EVENT: Light Display to Glow in Honor and Remembrance of Those Impacted by Cancer

August 25, 2026
North Carolina

RALEIGH, N.C. – The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) invites the community to join the annual Lights of Hope event at the North Carolina State Capitol on Sunday, August 30 from 7:15-8:15 p.m. to honor lives touched by cancer and champion the need for