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ACS CAN Wisconsin Volunteer Letter Published
Gallagher’s health care-related votes disappointing WRIGHTSTOWN - As a volunteer for the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network, I am deeply disappointed with two of Rep. Mike Gallagher's recent votes. First, Rep. Gallagher voted for the American Health Care Act, despite having no score from the Congressional Budget Office and despite opposition from all the leading health-related nonprofit ...
Cancer Community to Host Panel Discussion on Research in Wisconsin
... the innovations of local cancer researchers, explore how new therapies are developing and discuss what it could mean for the future of cancer care WHO: Carmen Bergom, M.D., Ph.D. – assistant professor, department of radiation oncology, Medical College of ... affiliate of the American Cancer Society, supports evidence-based policy and legislative solutions designed to eliminate cancer as a major health problem. ACS CAN works to encourage elected officials and candidates to make cancer a top national priority. ACS CAN gives ordinary people ...
Evansville Cancer Caregiver Travels to Washington, D.C., to Urge Congress to Fund Cancer Research, Prevention
... One Voice Against Cancer lobby day to ask their legislators to fund cancer research at the National Cancer Institute and National Institutes of Health and cancer prevention at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. “As a caregiver, I’m grateful to Congress for the strong ... for medical research and cancer prevention programs has had a role in every major advance against this disease. For a full list of the OVAC health care groups joining ACS CAN in this year’s lobby day, visit http://www.ovaconline.org/members.html . About ACS CAN: The American Cancer ...
Deb Nevels Receives National Volunteer Award for Commitment to Cancer Advocacy
... 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 stand with our volunteers, working to make cancer a top priority for policymakers in cities, ...
Wisconsin Cancer Advocates Send Powerful Message to Lawmakers with Touching Lights of Hope Display
... at the University of Wisconsin and American Cancer Society research scholar, spoke during the event and urged lawmakers to expand access to health care and approve critical research funds. “Today, advancements in cancer research are saving more lives than ever. Strong and consistent federal ...