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AUSTIN, TEXAS – FEBRUARY 26, 2025 - Volunteers from across Texas, including cancer survivors, patients and caregivers gathered at the Texas Capitol on Wednesday for ‘Cancer Action Day,’ an event hosted by the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) . During meetings with state lawmakers and staff, volunteer advocates highlighted the impact the Cancer Research and Prevention Institute of Texas (CPRIT) is having on Texans and expressed support for sustaining funding for the program.

Michigan Can and Must Do Better When It Comes to Reducing Tobacco Use

Earlier today while New York State lawmakers held a hearing on workforce development-related budget items, cancer survivors and patient advocates with the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) gathered outside the hearing room to showcase their support for Senate Bill 172 and Assembly Bill 84 to improve access to paid family and medical leave for New York workers.

BISMARCK, N.D. –– House Bill 1283 cleared the chamber today in a 66-26 vote, putting North Dakotans one step closer to the peace of mind they need when it comes to breast cancer diagnostics. The bill now moves to the Senate for further consideration. “North Dakota patients should not face

This week, the U.S. House of Representatives is expected to consider a budget resolution that could lead to devastating cuts to Medicaid. Ahead of the vote, the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) is urging House members to oppose cuts to Medicaid.

BOISE, Idaho –– The threat of Medicaid expansion repeal and to Idahoans’ access to health care that was House Bill 138 ended Tuesday morning when HB 328 was introduced as replacement legislation. The action effectively kills HB 138. Broad opposition to HB 138 came from state residents who voted to

WASHINGTON, D.C.— February 25, 2025 — Today, 33 organizations representing millions of patients with serious health conditions and thousands of health care professionals filed an amicus brief in the U.S. Supreme Court case Braidwood Management v. Kennedy . The amicus brief supports the constitutionality of the provision of

COLUMBIA, S.C. – A new report by the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) found that over 70% of commercially-insured patients had out-of-pocket costs for follow-up breast cancer diagnostic tests in 2023. These follow-up tests, including diagnostic mammograms, MRIs, ultrasounds or biopsies, are medically recommended next

MONTGOMERY, Ala. -- On Tuesday, February 25 , Cover Alabama and the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) will host Medicaid Expansion Advocacy Day at the Alabama State House to urge action on Medicaid expansion. This event will