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HARRISBURG, PA – FEBRUARY 7, 2024 – The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) joins patient advocates and public health organizations across the state in applauding Governor Shapiro’s proposed 2024-25 Executive Budget, which outlines a $4 million investment ... concerns around medical debt associated with the cost of cancer, 73% 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. More recently in 2023,  a national poll  on the ... from collection agencies.   “Cancer patients continue to suffer from a significant financial toll in Pennsylvania. The high cost of cancer care often continues for not only months but even years, which can result in substantial medical debt. No one battling this disease should have to ...

... women. “Even with the enormous progress we’ve made in cancer over the last two decades, one area where we are still struggling is access to care,” said Daniel E. Smith, the Society’s national vice president of government relations. “Mammograms and Pap smears are not luxury items ... by one woman whose breast cancer was detected through the program. Speakers focused on the program’s impact on reducing disparities in cancer care and the current challenges afflicting it due to program restrictions and limited funding. “In the decades that scientists and physicians ... will die from the disease, 45,000 from breast and cervical cancer. The American Cancer Society is dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by saving lives, diminishing suffering and preventing cancer through research, education, advocacy and service. Founded in 1913 and ...

... the American Cancer Society. Our mission is to support evidence-based policy and legislative solutions designed to eliminate cancer as a major health problem. With that objective in mind, we appreciate the opportunity to comment on the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 budget as viewed “through the ... Jersey Cancer Education and Early Detection Screening Program to $3.5 million in 2021-2022 and immediately reduce the age in New Jersey at which health benefit plans cover colorectal cancer screenings from 50 to 45. As we all know, the Covid-19 pandemic has upended lives and the economy. But ... 3 women in the United States will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime. Cancer patients have long faced significant barriers to accessing care. Covid-19 has magnified these barriers, with 46% of cancer patients and survivors reporting a change in their ability to pay for care due to ...

... one for every state house and state senate lawmaker. She’s also played an integral role in helping lead national efforts toward closing health inequities among communities of color by using her voice to advocate for just, equitable access for all. “Francina is the volunteer who ... 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 to ...