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ACS CAN Releases New Report, Reducing the Cancer Burden in New York City
... for ourselves and others,” said Diane Nathaniel of Brooklyn. “For me it was Stage 3 Colon Cancer.” “Despite the many improvements to health reported by city and state health officials, cancer is still a depressing problem that differs amongst racial and ethnic minority groups, and neighborhoods in our City,” said Dr. Tenya Blackwell of the Arthur Ashe Institute for Urban Health. “It’s time that the health care delivery system takes comprehensive redesign measures to partner with local community-based health organizations poised to address the social, ...
Cancer Advocates Hold Cancer Action Day at Capitol, Urging Lawmakers to Improve Access to Lung Cancer Screening & Paid Medical Leave, Ensure Privacy around Genetic Testing
... III lung cancer and navigating cost-sharing around screening. She emphasized how these out-of-pocket expenses can act as a deterrent to seeking care. “We need to do better in detecting lung cancer in New York. Screening is incredibly effective but very few New Yorkers who are eligible for screening actually receive it. This is because the cost burden for follow-up care is too high and inhibits people from completing the lifesaving screening process,” said Nesbitt. Advocates were also present at the Capitol ... 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’re more determined than ever to stand together with our volunteers to end cancer ...
Oncologists Call for Improvements in Access to Biomarker Testing as Assembly Insurance Committee Signals Unanimous Support
... to improve New Yorkers’ access to precision medicine through biomarker testing. Biomarker testing has become a game-changing part of cancer care given its role in opening the door to targeted treatments that can lead to improved survivorship and quality of life. Despite the proven ... York have access to this testing.” “Timely access to guideline-indicated comprehensive biomarker testing can help achieve the triple aim of health care, including better health outcomes, improved quality of life, and, often reduced costs,” said Dr. Allyson Ocean, MD, Attending Physician specializing in ...
NEW YORK KIDS CAN’T WAIT! LAWMAKERS MUST END THE SALE OF ALL FLAVORED TOBACCO PRODUCTS NOW
... end to the sale of flavored tobacco products of any kind in New York. The advocates representing social justice organizations, public health advocates, healthcare providers, and parent and educational organizations are calling for swift passage of a pair of bills (Electronic ... and S6809/A8808 are an investment in our children’s future, and we call on the Legislature and the Governor to pass them.” “The health and wellness of our children is one of the most important things we can work on,” offered NYS PTA President Lorey A. Zaman. “We know ... representing the fourth largest Osteopathic Physician population in the country. Many Osteopathic Physicians in New York State practice primary care and of those, many also practice in rural and urban medically underserved regions,” said Stephanie LaBarbera, MHA, Executive Director, New ...
Cancer Survivors & Lawmakers Highlight Budget Proposals Focused on Cancer Prevention, Early Detection, Medical Debt & Paid Leave
ALBANY, NY – MARCH 27, 2024 – Earlier today, elected officials stood alongside cancer survivors, patient advocates and public health leaders to highlight opportunities in the 2024-25 FY budget aimed at helping more New Yorkers prevent cancer, detect it early and alleviate ... me,” said Padmore. “From my first appointment, I have been billed at a rate with which I cannot keep up. When I was diagnosed, I received my health insurance through my employer by a plan that did not cover large amounts of my out-of-pocket expenses. And so, with the start of my ... survey from ACS CAN found that 73% of cancer patients and survivors reported concern over their ability to pay current or future costs of their care, and 70% noted their worry about incurring medical debt due to their cancer treatment. “This groundbreaking research by ACS CAN reveals that ...
New Report Gives New York State Mixed Grades on Cancer-Fighting Public Policies
... cancer prevention efforts, curb tobacco use, prioritize the quality of life for patients and their families and increase access to critical health coverage.” Passing and implementing the policy recommendations in the report would not only save lives in New York State, but also save millions in long-term health care costs and in some cases would even generate additional, much-needed revenue. How Do You Measure Up? rates states in nine specific areas of ...
Fight Back Against Cancer this March
... you and your fellow advocates engaged in our campaigns. Support our nationwide petition drive calling on Congress to take immediate action on health care reform. The petitions will be delivered to Members of Congress on Capitol Hill and in district offices during the spring recess. You can ...
Let's Screen New York Action Center
The Let’s #ScreenNY campaign is a statewide coalition of patient advocacy groups, health systems, community organizations, individuals, policymakers, and others who are committed to helping ensure that all New Yorkers get back to ... are listed in this web page. Sign up for the Let’s #ScreenNY campaign Share your cancer story Do you have a story about trouble accessing care? Have high out-of-pocket costs, insurer policies, or other obstacles caused you to delay cancer screening? Have you been able to get your ... is required? In New York, it might not be covered by insurance. Multiple studies have shown that individuals are less likely to seek health services, including preventive screenings, when they must pay for those services out-of-pocket. We need your voice! Please send a message ...
Statement on NY Cig Tax Injunction
... McGee 716-689-6982 x103 (office) 716-523-6874 (cell) [email protected] For Immediate Release: Injunction Delays Tax Collection, Delays Health Gains Statement from Donald Distasio, CEO, American Cancer Society of NY & NJ, regarding Federal District Court injunction halting tax ... they won’t be able to obtain cheaper, untaxed packs through reservations. But for now, many smokers will continue to suffer deteriorating health because they still have access to low-cost cigarettes, prolonging their deadly addiction. “Earlier this summer, New York took the lead ... full benefit, the tax must be collected everywhere cigarettes are sold. The impact of universal collection would be huge in lives spared, health care dollars saved and revenue raised for health programs. “The American Cancer Society is confident that the state has the legal authority to ...
MEDIA ADVISORY--ACS CAN to Hold Moment of Silence Honoring 37 New Yorkers Lost Daily to a Cancer Linked to Cigarette Smoking
... smoking and the number of cases and deaths from those cancers each year between 2015-2019 according to the New York State Department of Health Cancer Registry. ACS CAN will release the analysis surrounded by Lights of Hope, displaying 37 candles for the 37 New Yorkers who will die ... 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’re more determined than ever to stand together with our volunteers to end cancer as we ...