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Health Care Providers Call on Governor Hochul to Sign Biomarker Testing Bill without Delay

LAKE SUCCESS, NY – November 27, 2023 – Local health care providers, cancer survivors, and patient advocates gathered today at the Northwell Health Cancer Institute to call on Governor Kathy Hochul to prioritize health equity by improving access to biomarker testing and signing Senate ...

House Passes Legislation That Won’t Improve Health Outcomes

... to proven and necessary biomarker tests that can allow them to benefit from the right treatments at the right time – often leading to improved health outcomes, better quality of life, and ultimately cost savings – but this legislation falls short of those goals.  “Biomarker testing and precision medicine are helping extend and improve lives by tailoring care and treatment to a person’s specific type of cancer. ACS CAN had been excited about the opportunity to improve access to care for West ... 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 ...

Health Equity in Biomarker Testing and Targeted Therapy

... equitably from these advances. There are notable racial/ethnic, and socioeconomic disparities in access and utilization of these advancements in care. These disparities in access and use of guideline-indicated biomarker testing and targeted therapy can potentially widen existing disparities in cancer survival. Health Equity in Biomarker Testing and Targeted Therapy ...

Legislation Passes that will Improve Health Outcomes in the Commonwealth

... increase access to biomarker testing, which can help determine the best treatment plan for a specific patient. Despite its benefits, private health insurance and Medicaid coverage of biomarker testing have not kept pace with the rate of innovation. This legislation, House Bill 180, fixes ... advocacy 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 ...

Legislation Aimed at Improving Health Outcomes for New Yorkers Awaits Governor's Action

... more cancer patients can get the testing needed to access precision medicine.  Biomarker testing has become a game-changing part of cancer care given its role in opening the door to targeted treatments that can lead to improved survivorship and quality of life. Despite the proven ... obstacles to cancer prevention, detection, treatment and survival, improving access to biomarker testing can extend lives and help advance health equity in precision medicine . Despite evidence demonstrating the effectiveness of biomarker testing and targeted therapy, currently not all ... insurance plans, including Medicaid, will ensure that these new treatments are accessible for more New Yorkers, potentially reducing health disparities and improving outcomes for patients.” In addition to the bill receiving bipartisan support, Eric Linzer,  President and CEO ...

Biomarker Testing: A Game Changer in Lung Cancer Care

... cancer treatment, allowing doctors to connect patients to the most effective treatment for their patients. What is biomarker testing? In cancer care, biomarkers are often used to help determine the best treatment for a patient. A “biomarker” is a characteristic of blood, tissue or other ... bethanns_biomarker_story Video of marias_biomarker_story Video of carlas_biomarker_story   Resources Precision Medicine and Biomarker Testing  Health Equity in Biomarker Testing and Targeted Therapy  Biomarker Testing in Clinical Trials  Cancer Biomarker Testing: The Key to Unlocking Precision Cancer Therapy   Biomarker Testing: A Game Changer in Lung Cancer Care ...

Rep. Moser files legislation aimed at improving health outcomes in Kentucky

... access to biomarker testing has not kept pace with the rate of innovation due to several barriers, including lack of coverage by private health insurance and Medicaid programs, which Rep. Moser’s legislation would fix. “Dubbed ‘the right treatment at the right time,’ ... can utilize this life-saving tool Biomarker testing is an essential step toward improving cancer outcomes,” said Rep. Kim Moser, House Health Resources Committee chairwoman, and sponsor of the biomarker testing bill.  “As an Oncologist and Hematologist, I strongly believe in the ... making biomarker testing more accessible so that all patients can benefit from the precision medicine approach and receive the best possible care.” “Biomarker testing is probably the single most important factor in my quality and longevity of life.  When I was diagnosed with lung ...

Victory for Public Health: ACS CAN Applauds Decision to Reject Flawed Biomarker Legislation

... to proven and necessary biomarker tests that can allow them to benefit from the right treatments at the right time – often leading to improved health outcomes, better quality of life, and ultimately cost savings – but this legislation fell short of those goals.  “Biomarker testing and precision medicine are helping extend and improve lives by tailoring care and treatment to a person’s specific type of cancer. ACS CAN had been excited about the opportunity to improve access to care for West ... 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 ...

Rep. White files legislation aimed at improving health outcomes for Ohioans

... access to biomarker testing has not kept pace with the rate of innovation due to several barriers, including lack of coverage by private health insurance and Medicaid programs, which Rep. White’s legislation would fix. “Dubbed ‘the right treatment at the right time,’ ... advocacy 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 ...

Louisiana Elected Officials Increase Access to Care for Cancer Patients

... Relations Director Kimberly Hughes Baton Rouge, LA –“The Louisiana legislature recently passed legislation that will improve access to care for cancer patients through co-pay accumulator legislation and the expansion of coverage for biomarker testing.  “Many cancer patients have ... critical role in improving cancer outcomes.  “ACS CAN also thanks the legislature for maintaining funding for the state’s Breast & Cervical Health Program and the state’s Tumor Registry. We are looking forward to seeing Gov. John Bel Edwards sign all of these pieces of legislation ... advocacy affiliate, ACS CAN has successfully advocated for billions of dollars in cancer research funding, expanded access to quality affordable health care, and made workplaces, including restaurants and bars, smoke-free. As we mark our 20th anniversary, we’re more determined than ever to ...

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