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Nevada Cancer Survivors Needed for Surveys to Shape Health Policy

... The survey project, which started in 2019, has provided invaluable insight on issues including the cost of prescription drugs, access to health coverage, surprise medical bills and the effect of the coronavirus pandemic on cancer patients’ access to care. "Survivor Views has proven to be an incredible resource for providing policymakers and the press with timely and insightful perspectives on ... 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 ...

New Poll: Majority of Nevada Voters say Access to Affordable, Comprehensive Health Coverage is a Factor this Election

... Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) shows 8 in 10 (85%) of voters in Nevada view a candidate’s position on access to affordable, comprehensive health coverage as a vote-determining factor. The poll findings showed voters in Nevada feel the current health care system is not meeting the needs of most of the state’s residents. Conducted by Public Opinion Strategies and Hart Research, this poll is a ...

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 ...

Lawmakers Can Take Crucial Step in Revolutionizing Cancer Care in Nevada

... Bill 155 which would expand access to biomarker testing statewide. Testing has become an increasingly important and game-changing part of cancer care in recent years due to its significant impact in improving survivorship and quality of life. The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) is urging members of the Committee on Health and Human Services to vote ‘yes’ to this legislation during hearing Friday, March 17, 2023, at 1:30 p.m. After a cancer diagnosis, ... the delivery of the right treatment at the right time,” said Assemblywoman Peters. “Biomarker testing will help more Nevadans achieve better health outcomes, improve quality of life, and potentially reduce costs for those fighting cancer.”  Members of the media are invited to ...

ACS CAN Urges Governor Sandoval to Voice Concerns About Impact of AHCA on State Cancer Burden Ahead of Discussions with Senate Leadership

Proposed changes to the health care law in the American Health Care Act (AHCA) could reverse progress in the cancer fight and shift the economic burden for health care coverage to the states. Ahead of scheduled ...

American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network Calls on Those Impacted by Cancer in Nevada for New Survey

... , which focused on cancer patients and survivors, found half of the 1200 respondents said coronavirus had caused a change or disruption in their health care. “The current pandemic is affecting cancer patients, survivors, caregivers, and healthcare providers in ways that few others understand,” ... is covered by insurance the same way traditional IV therapy is, allowing patients to get treatment at home when medically appropriate; Directing Health and Human Services to initiate a special enrollment period to increase access to affordable, quality health insurance; Enacting an ...

Palliative Care & Pain Management Forum

Join professionals and cancer advocates for Nevada's Palliative Care and Pain Management Forum on Dec. 6, 2018.  Registration and morning snacks at 8:15 with the program from 8:30 to noon.  This year, our guest speakers will talk about quality of life, with a focus on palliative care and pain management.  Once again, we are proud to hold our forum at the Nevada Childhood Cancer Foundation's THE CARING PLACE.  Thanks to ... (see below for specifics). The Speaker Line Up - Jet Mitchell, Metastatic Breast Cancer Warrior Veneta Lepera BA, BSN, RN, CHPN, Dignity Health/St. Rose Dominican Hospital Anu R. Thummala, MD, Comprehensive Cancer Centers of Nevada Neville Campbell, MD, The Center for Wellness and ...

2021 Nevada Legislative Priorities

... cancer requires bold new public policies that promote cancer prevention, early detection of cancer, and expand access to quality, affordable health care. Lawmakers make many decisions that impact the lives of Nevadans touched by cancer and their leadership is vital to defeating this disease. In ... for your support: Cancer Prevention and Early Detection Breast and Cervical Cancer : ACS CAN will advocate to maintain funding for the Women’s Health Connection (WHC) program, the state breast and cervical cancer screening and treatment program for low-income uninsured and underinsured ...

Analysis of Marketplace Cancer Drug Coverage Shows Consumers Face Information Barriers on Cost and Coverage

Washington, D.C., February 22, 2017—Cancer patients trying to select the best health insurance plan through the market places continue to face challenges in determining prescription drug coverage and cost-sharing information ... and quantity limits - on common cancer drugs. ACS CAN recommends several policies that could improve drug coverage and transparency in any health care system. These include monitoring formularies to ensure plans are not discriminating against patients with high-cost conditions like cancer; ...

Feb. 4 World Cancer Day: Nevada Cancer Advocates Urge Lawmakers to Protect Critical Cancer Prevention Programs

... ACS CAN knows that comprehensive, adequately funded tobacco prevention programs reduce tobacco use and related disease, resulting in lower health care costs. In fiscal year 2021, Nevada dedicated just 11.5% of the $30 million recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. "We know the economy is tight and lawmakers have tough decisions to make, but cutting funding for public health in the middle of a pandemic is dangerous," said Brook Carlisle, ACS CAN government relations director. "Nevada’s tobacco control program ...

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