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House Passes Bill that Undermines Decades of Success in Hawaii’s Tobacco Prevention and Control Efforts
... for good. At this critical moment, we should be doing everything to keep our communities healthy and safe—which means building strong public health infrastructure including protecting funding for comprehensive tobacco control programs. As we face an epidemic of youth e-cigarette use with ... "Without a reliable source of funding for tobacco prevention, Hawaii could see more youth using tobacco products, more lives lost and greater health care costs. ACS CAN urges the legislature to protect this critical funding to reduce the devastating burden of tobacco use on our communities and ...
Expand Access to Biomarker Testing in Hawaii
... sure more residents of Hawai'i can benefit from this important testing. Video of maggies_biomarker_story What is Biomarker Testing? In cancer care, biomarkers are often used to help determine the best treatment for a patient . A “ biomarker ” is a sign of a normal biological process, ... that have been excluded, including communities of color, individuals with lower socioeconomic status, rural communities, and those receiving care in non-academic medical centers are less likely to receive biomarker testing. Improving coverage for and access to biomarker testing across insurance types is key to reducing health disparities. Without action to expand coverage and access to biomarker testing, advances in precision medicine could increase existing ...
About Our Cancer Council Engagement Program
... hopes to provide the following opportunities for its members: Involvement in policy workgroups and discussions related to physical nutrition and health, access to care and preventative measures that may be taken to decrease the likelihood of cancer. Leadership experience and interaction with professionals ... a career in policy work and advocacy. Students will learn about the various advocacy organizations at the state and federal level involved in health policy, and also have the opportunity to assist ACS CAN by attending and reporting on policy work meetings. Health Professional Focus The ...
Hawaii Cancer Advocates Host Virtual Day of Action to Urge Lawmakers to Prioritize Tobacco Prevention and Fund Cancer Research
... from cancer," said Uri Martos, Kauai resident and state lead ambassador for ACS CAN in Hawaii. "If we’re going to eliminate cancer as a major health threat, we must ensure that public health policies such as strengthening tobacco control efforts and investing in lifesaving cancer research are top of mind for our legislators." ... and Prevention Trust Fund, which has successfully reduced the burden of tobacco in the state for more than 20 years, saving lives and health care costs. Lawmakers are considering House Bill 1296 that would dismantle this program’s stable funding, putting Hawaii’s tobacco control ...
New Study Shows Cancer Rates Rising in Women; Advocates Urge Hawaii State Lawmakers to Support Cancer Fight in 2025
... State Lawmakers to work with the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) to support cancer prevention, treatment, and access to care during the 2025 legislative session. According to the 2025 Cancer Facts and Figures report , cancer incidence have generally declined in ... access to biomarker testing, ACS CAN will also ask lawmakers to support the following evidence-based policies: Ensuring Access to Quality Care • Colorectal Cancer: ACS CAN will work to require coverage for colorectal cancer screening for uninsured and underinsured patients. ... fertility is a common regret that may affect survivors’ quality of life. ACS CAN supports legislation that would provide cancer patients with health insurance coverage for fertility preservation consistent with recommended medical guidelines. Reducing the Toll of Tobacco • ...
2023 ACS CAN Hawaii Cancer Action Day Training
... all lawmakers: 2023 Hawaii Legislative Priorities Civil Beat article: Researchers Hope Hawaii Lawmakers Fund Cancer Research This Year Advancing Health Equity in Cancer Care Through Telehealth Preserving Local Control Volunteer Advocate Packet - All you need to be ready for Cancer Action Day! Agenda 2023 ...
Surge in Breast Cancer Among Asian American, Pacific Islander Women Underscores Need for Improved Biomarker Testing Access in Hawaii
... coverage is failing to keep pace. Communities of color, patients with lower socioeconomic status, rural communities, and patients receiving care in non-academic medical centers are less likely to receive biomarker testing. ACS CAN is planning to work with the Hawaii State Legislature ... coverage of biomarker testing. This resolution is required for the state auditor to conduct a report and allow bills that include certain health insurance changes to move forward. Without action to expand equitable access to biomarker testing, existing disparities in cancer outcomes ...