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More than half of all cancer deaths can be prevented by fully leveraging the knowledge, tools and medical breakthroughs we have today.

Providing everyone with the opportunity to have a healthy lifestyle and true access to cancer screenings - like mammograms and colonoscopies - could save thousands of lives every year.

We are working to pass laws at every level of government that are proven to help prevent and detect cancer.

Half of all cancer deaths can be prevented.

Check out our infographic to learn more about Multi-Cancer Early Detection (MCED) tests.

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Increase funding for lifesaving cancer screening programs

It is critical that we ensure equitable access to breast and cervical cancer screenings. Urge your member of Congress to support full funding of the National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program.

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Knoxville Goes Smoke-free

May 28, 2026
Tennessee

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – May 28, 2026 – The Knoxville city council passed a smoke-free ordinance Tuesday night by a vote of 6-3. The ordinance will ensure thousands of Tennesseans can breathe clean, smoke-free air in most age-restricted venues. The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) applauds the council

Hawai’i Emerging as Leader in Colorectal Cancer Fight as State Lawmakers Approve Expanded Access to Screenings and Treatment

May 7, 2026
Hawaii

HONOLULU - On Wednesday, the state Legislature passed a measure to aid in the fight against colorectal cancer as cases and deaths continue to rise in Hawai'i from the disease, particularly in younger people. If signed by Gov. Josh Green, HB 1969 will expand access and screenings for residents across

Washington Lawmakers Missed Opportunity to Protect Access to Cancer Prevention, Detection Resources  

April 27, 2026
Washington

OLYMPIA, Wash. – – Washington residents continue to face soaring health insurance costs and hundreds of thousands are at risk of losing life-saving coverage this year following changes to Medicaid. The Washington Legislature didn’t do enough to help that situation in its 2026 session and too many in the state

Guam Cancer Advocates Applaud Adoption of HPV Vaccine Requirement

April 16, 2026
Guam

Advocates, including cancer patients, survivors and caregivers with the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) applaud the Guam Department of Public Health and Social Services for updating the school health requirements to include the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine. The requirements will initially apply to students entering sixth, ninth,

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CDC's Colorectal Cancer Control Program Saves Lives

May 14, 2026

The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) calls on Congress to fund the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) lifesaving Colorectal Cancer Control Program (CRCCP) at $51 million in FY 2027.

Vaccination Policies and the Impact on the Cancer Community: The Important Role of Childhood Immunization

March 30, 2026

ACS CAN’s Vaccination Policies and the Impact on the Cancer Community: The Important Role of Childhood Immunization report outlines the critical importance of childhood immunizations for people with cancer and their families, and why maintaining high vaccination coverage among ch

ACS & ACS CAN Comment Letter to ACIP for March 2026 Meeting

March 11, 2026

The American Cancer Society (ACS) and the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) are pleased to provide comments to the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP). Our comments reflect our commitment to cancer prevention and control and focus on ensuring that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) immunization schedules are grounded in strong scientific evidence, and provide clear, actionable information to healthcare professionals, parents, and payers.