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Midland Residents Recognized for Their Cancer Advocacy

... to the fight against cancer.” These awards recognize the exemplary efforts of an individual who helps ACS CAN advocate for responsible public health policies and laws that will help fight cancer. To be considered, a volunteer must excel in one area of volunteer service or have committed ... 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 ...

25 Patient and Provider Groups Applaud Supreme Court Ruling though Express Concern about Other Plaintiffs Keeping FDA Authority Challenge Alive

Our 25 organizations, representing patients with serious health conditions and disabilities and their providers, applaud the Supreme Court’s unanimous ruling reversing the Fifth Circuit’s decision in ... science- and evidence-based approval of tens of thousands of lifesaving and life-changing medications and devices for people with serious health conditions. FDA experts are best equipped to determine the safety and efficacy of medications and their conditions of use, and it is ...   The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society The ALS Association American Cancer Society American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy American Society of Clinical Oncology American Society of Hematology The Arc Arthritis Foundation Association for Clinical Oncology ...

Blair Horner on the NJ Up In Smoke Report

... who want to quit.  New Jersey leaders need to realize the failure to fund tobacco control programs will have long-term effects on the state's health and economy.  It's frustrating because the math on this is so simple. Even in these difficult budget times, tobacco prevention is a smart investment that saves lives and saves money by reducing health care costs." ### About the American Cancer Society The American Cancer Society combines an unyielding passion with nearly a century of experience ...

Cancer Society on State of State Address

... Statement from Donald Distasio, CEO, American Cancer Society of NY & NJ, in response to Governor Cuomo’s State of the State Address. “Health care is a huge drain on New York State’s wallet, but some programs, like the NYS Tobacco Control Program (TCP) and the NYS Cancer Services ... New Yorkers and, when needed, provides access to life-saving treatment they couldn’t otherwise afford. According to the NYS Department of Health, by detecting breast cancer at an earlier stage when it's more easily treated, the CSP saves nearly $50 million a year in treatment costs. ...

Missouri bill recommends outlawing use of tanning beds for young teens

... "The plain and simple facts are that indoor tanning devices cause cancer," Rebecca Chibnall, Washington University dermatologist said. The World Health Organization classifies tanning beds as a carcinogen, the same classification given to smoking tobacco. This means that there is sufficient ... "Missouri is clearly going in the wrong direction in this arena," he said. "And it is costing the state millions of dollars in avoidable health care costs." The advocates offered polling results indicating Missouri voters consider teen tanning a significant problem. Fifteen states, ...

2017 State Legislative Priorities

... against cancer.  ACS CAN supports proven legislative measures that help save lives in support of our mission to end cancer as a major public health problem.   ACS CAN Recommends Evidence-Based Tobacco Control Strategies ˜Protect our children from the dangers of tobacco by securing $20 ... effects of secondhand smoke by preserving and expanding our smoke-free and tobacco-free laws. ACS CAN Supports Access to Meaningful, Affordable Health Care Coverage ˜Ensure cancer patients have access to crucial lifesaving chemotherapy medications by restricting insurance companies from charging ...

Timely Reauthorization of Prescription Drug User Fee Act Critical for Cancer Patients

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- January 27, 2012 -- The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) sent letters to leadership of the U.S. Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee and the U.S. House Energy and Commerce Committee today urging Congress to reauthorize legislation ... small populations; and a commitment to short-term and long-term solutions to address the critical drug shortage issue creating barriers to care for too many cancer patients in this country. ACS CAN, the nonprofit, nonpartisan advocacy affiliate of the American Cancer Society, supports evidence-based policy and legislative solutions designed to eliminate cancer as a major health problem. ACS CAN works to encourage elected officials and candidates to make cancer a top national priority. ACS CAN gives ordinary people ...

ACS CAN Names DeAlmeida New Jersey Government Relations Director

... post, DeAlmeida will oversee advocacy efforts promoting evidence-based policy and legislative solutions designed to eliminate cancer as a major health problem. Before joining ACS CAN DeAlmeida had been deputy director of government relations and policy at the New Jersey Hospital Association ... in Trenton and to work with other associations and industry experts to craft policy and amend legislation. “New Jersey is facing crucial health care issues, including the need to protect all of our residents from the dangers of tobacco products,” said Bill Sherman, managing director of ...

2024 California Ambassador Summit

... to Kenya, Amazon to Uber, Sheryl Sandberg to Jessica Alba, Fortune 500 CEO’s, and more.  You will also hear from Dr. Erqi Pollom of Stanford Health Care who will present about America's Crippling Medical Debt Crisis. We have a great selection of breakouts, some fun activities, and plenty of time to connect with your fellow volunteers.   To our fellow advocates who are unable to attend due to health, safety, and other concerns, we are happy to announce our virtual event option . We will carry your energy with us from afar! Recording of ...

Patient Advocates Applaud Governor Mills on Tobacco Tax Proposal

... and other tobacco products will reduce Maine’s healthcare costs by millions of dollars, generate much needed revenue and result in significant health benefits. The tax is projected to prevent 700 Maine children from becoming adults who smoke, spur 3,200 adults to quit, and save 900 lives ... 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 cities, ...

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