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Alternative Medicaid Financing Proposals Could Jeopardize Cancer Care; Increase States’ Medicaid Costs

... 4, 2017 —States would likely face increased costs and cancer patients and survivors could face delayed preventive, diagnostic and curative care under alternative Medicaid financing models being considered by Congress. The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) today ... enrollees.” Unlike the current system, fixed federal payments would not adjust automatically to account for increased enrollment, unexpected health emergencies or the cost of new breakthrough treatments. Instead, such financing would shift the cost to states, which would then likely ... grants and per capita caps raise serious issues about Medicaid’s ability to offer low-income Americans quality, affordable and comprehensive health care coverage, particularly for those suffering from cancer,” said Hansen. “We want governors as well as Congress to carefully consider ...

Leading Public Health Organizations Celebrate Steps Taken to Reduce Toll of Tobacco in Maryland

... there is no safe level of exposure to toxic secondhand smoke.[1]  U.S. Surgeon Generals have affirmed this. Secondhand smoke is an occupational health hazard for many workers, but one that is entirely preventable. The only effective way to fully protect nonsmokers from exposure to ... cigarettes, one of the most effective ways to reduce tobacco use. We applaud Maryland General Assembly leaders for these actions. “As public health organizations, we look forward to continuing to work with the Maryland General Assembly and the Moore-Miller Administration to fight for the ... 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 ...

Leading Public Health Groups Strongly Oppose Exemption for Cigar Bars, Urge Lawmakers to Vote to Prioritize Maryland Communities

... released the following statement: “Since the 1980s, we've known that secondhand smoke can cause cancer, along with a host of other devastating health effects, like heart disease. Yet, despite the crystal-clear proof that exposure to secondhand smoke is dangerous—and that smoke-free laws work—lawmakers are considering legislation that would undermine the Clean Indoor Air Act and the health of Maryland workers.   “The House Economic Matters Committee is currently reviewing legislation that would allow establishments that sell ... 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, ...

Advocates Set Sights on Improving Access to Cancer Care, Reducing Burden of Disease for Maryland Patients in 2025

... be looking to lawmakers to be on the forefront among states to improve access to patient navigation. The role of a patient navigator in cancer care is to connect patients with the help and support they need and find ways to overcome issues that keep people from getting access to quality cancer care. At its heart, patient navigation is a patient-focused and community-centered approach to care that helps ensure patients don’t fall through ... 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 ...

Local Students & Public Health Groups Mark American Cancer Society’s Great American Smokeout by Urging Lawmakers to Raise the Tobacco Age to 21

DAMASCUS - Local high school students, public health groups and legislative representatives marked the American Cancer Society’s 42nd annual Great American Smokeout today by calling on lawmakers to protect the health of Maryland residents by passing strong tobacco control legislation. Only by tackling tobacco use through a comprehensive approach can we ... products remains the nation’s number one cause of preventable death, killing more than 480,000 Americans and costing $289 billion in health care costs and lost productivity annually. In Maryland, tobacco is responsible for 7,500 deaths each year.  ###   0 Local Students & Public ...

Celebrating our Victories

... exemptions would have weaken our strong statewide smoke-free indoor air law and would have set a very bad precedent for our state, and  2) The Health Care Exchange Bill passed. This bill establishes the governance, structure, and funding of the Maryland Health Benefit Exchange as a public corporation and independent unit of government created to expand access to health care, facilitate the purchase ...

ACTION NOW, NOT LATER

During the August Congressional Recess, American Cancer Society Ambassadors in Maryland are urging Congress to " Help fix our health care system before it POPS!!"   Packages of popcorn with this message are being delivered to each Member of Congress during meetings and walk-ins.    Ambassador are asking Members of Congress for ACTION NOW, NOT LATER to help move health care reform legislation forward keeping in mind their constituents who are fighting cancer.   Meaningful health care reform legislation ...

Lt Governor Brown recognized at press event

On June 7 in Annapolis, the Health Care For All Coalition, which the American Cancer Society is a participating member of, recognized Lt. Governor Brown as Maryland's Public Health Hero.  Over the years, beginning when he was in the House of Delegates, Lt. Governor Brown has been one of the key leaders making our ...

ACS CAN Health Policy Forum on Palliative Care

ACS CAN Health Policy Forum on Palliative Care The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) in partnership with Johns Hopkins University Sydney Kimmel Cancer Center will host our Annual Forum on Health Policy. This premiere event, to be held on October 13, 2016, brings together key leaders and decision makers in business, education, medical ...

2010 Maryland Legislative Priorities and Agenda

2010 Maryland Legislative Agenda   The Society will advocate reforming the health care system in Maryland to include the provision of medical care for Maryland residents newly diagnosed with cancer.   The Society will advocate ... advocate improving physical education in Maryland public schools.     Legislative Priorities as prescribed by ACS CAN   Increase Access to Health Care The American Cancer Society believes that all persons should have access to comprehensive, affordable quality health care, regardless ...

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