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Cancer-Fighting Advocates Call on Gov. Scott to Protect VT Kids; Increase Tobacco Control Program Funding
... – In advance of Gov. Phil Scott’s budget address, cancer patients and survivors calling on the governor and elected officials to protect the health of all Vermont residents by increasing funding for the state’s tobacco control program. Currently, Vermont funds its state tobacco control ... limited incomes, communities of color and LGBTQ+ communities, we see disproportionate tobacco use rates among these groups, which have led to health disparities. “We urge Gov. Scott to protect Vermont’s kids and commit to increasing funding for the state tobacco control program by $1 ... affiliate, ACS CAN has successfully advocated for billions of dollars in cancer research funding, expanded access to quality affordable health care, and advanced proven tobacco control measures. We’re more determined than ever to stand together with our volunteers to end cancer as we ...