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Legislation Puts Louisianans at Risk, Undermines Proven Health Strategies
... having died of COVID-19, lawmakers should support workplace safety by encouraging vaccinations – not limiting them. As leading national health organizations whose top priority is the safety of those with cancer and other chronic illnesses, the American Cancer Society Cancer Action ... “The prohibitions in this bill would slow, perhaps even prevent, the protection of cancer patients, even where it is needed most – in health care settings. Legislation that undermines employer vaccination requirements will impede our ability to protect our constituents who are ...
Survey: COVID-19 Affecting Patients’ Access to Cancer Care
Cancer patients and those who’ve recently completed treatment are finding it challenging to get necessary health care in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic and many are experiencing financial stress trying to afford care in an increasingly difficult economic ... services to determine if a patient’s cancer had grown or returned (20%); access to supportive services, including physical therapy or mental health care (20%); and access to surgical procedures (8%). Among just the respondents who remain in active treatment, more than a quarter (27%) ...
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 ...
Louisiana Policy Forum 2021 Health Equity: Through the Cancer Lens
... goal to achieve a 40% reduction in cancer mortality in the United States by 2035. If we are to achieve that goal, we must fight to achieve health equity, the just and fair opportunity for everyone to prevent, find, treat and survive cancer – regardless of how much money they make, the color of their skin, their sexual orientation, their gender identity, their disability status, or where they live. Health equity means that everyone has a fair and just opportunity to be as healthy as possible which requires removing obstacles to health such as poverty, discrimination, and their consequences. This event will focus on health equity and its impact on access to care in the cancer space. The panel discussion will include key stakeholders throughout the health community, including leaders in business, ...
Forum to Outline a Path to Improve Outcomes for Cancer Patients
... Action Network of Louisiana policy forum brings together community leaders in healthcare and government policy to tackle the state’s access to care and tobacco issues. Chief among factors affecting cancer patients’ outcomes are potential obstacles to Medicaid enrollment, the price of ... from Medicaid Covers US educational campaign — our new project to create a conversation about Medicaid and the role it plays in the health and well-being of our families, friends, and communities. WHO: Nick Albares , policy adviser to Gov. John Bel Edwards Raegan Carter , consultant for Americans for Non-Smokers Rights Michael Celestin Jr. , instructor of Behavioral and Community Health at LSU Health Sciences Center Ron C. Henderson , deputy commissioner of consumer advocacy for the Louisiana Department of Insurance Tiffany ...