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We Know Cancer Screening Saves Lives

October 23, 2009
Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, Vermont

A number of stories in the news media this week may have caused you to question what you know about the American Cancer Society’s position on cancer screening. I would like to personally assure you that our position has not changed – the American Cancer Society recommends screening when the evidence shows it is beneficial.

White House Hosts ACS CAN Volunteer and Other Patient Advocates at Breast Cancer Awareness Event

October 23, 2009

Washington, D.C. – October 23, 2009 – First Lady Michelle Obama and Dr. Jill Biden, wife of Vice President Joe Biden, welcomed breast cancer survivors to the White House today to highlight the importance of access to health care for women. The Breast Cancer Awareness Month event brought together several

Game On, Cancer

October 20, 2009
National

Today, ACS CAN teamed up with the NFL on Capitol Hill to raise awareness about the importance of early detection of breast cancer. As part of a new partnership with the NFL, known as the" Crucial Catch Campaign," representatives from the Washington Redskins and Baltimore Ravens joined with area breast cancer survivors and advocates to urge Congress to make breast cancer screening available to all eligible women, regardless of their ability to pay.

Breast Cancer Supporters know how to Party in Pink

October 8, 2009
Maryland

Breast Cancer Supporters know how to Party in Pink. What a great event! Breast Cancer Supporters really do know how to party in pink! A huge thank you to those who attended and filled out a petition to urge the Governor to increasing funding for

Chief Medical Officer for the American Cancer Society Testifies Before House Panel on Importance of Breast Cancer Care

October 7, 2009
National

Dr. Otis Brawley, Chief Medical Officer of the American Cancer Society, testified before the U.S. House Energy and Commerce Committee's Health Subcommittee on the importance of education and awareness in the fight to defeat breast cancer. The hearing focused on legislation related to improving breast cancer early detection, research, treatment,

American Cancer Society Expert Testifies on Importance of Breast Cancer Awareness and Access to Cancer Care

October 7, 2009

Reducing the number of breast cancer deaths in America requires that we improve access to affordable and adequate health insurance, expand the availability of mammograms, reduce disparities in care among low-income and minority populations, and educate young women about good breast health, testified Otis Brawley, M.D., chief medical officer of the American Cancer Society, before the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health today.

Gail Carey's Courageous Cancer Battle

September 24, 2009
National

Gail Carey of Long Island, New York, understands the value of hard work and personal responsibility. As one of nine children, Gail quickly learned the importance of helping out around the house, especially since both of her parents worked. When her mother developed emphysema and had to stop working, Gail

New Report Finds More Than a Third of States Falling Short on Policies to Fight Cancer

July 23, 2008

NEW ORLEANS, L.A. -- July 23, 2008 -- More than a third of states are not measuring up in the fight against cancer by failing to implement laws and policies that help people fight the disease, according to a new report evaluating state legislative activity on cancer policy issues. The

American Cancer Society Expert and Volunteer Testify On Increased Need for Funding for Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program

January 30, 2008

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- January 29, 2008 -- U.S. House Committee members today explored why a successful cancer early detection and prevention program is only reaching one out of five eligible women between the ages of 50-64 nationwide. To date, the National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program (NBCCEDP), run