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New Generation of Tobacco Products Threatens Efforts to Reduce Tobacco Use, Save Lives in U.S.
... of tobacco products is threatening efforts to reduce tobacco use in the United States. A new report issued today by a coalition of public health organizations describes how tobacco manufacturers take advantage of the lack of government regulation to design and market products that ... users, especially children, and discourage current users from quitting. To stop the tobacco industry’s harmful practices and protect public health, leading public health organizations urge Congress to pass pending legislation granting the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) ... leading preventable cause of death in the United States, killing more than 400,000 people and costing the nation nearly $100 billion in health care bills each year. About 90 percent of adult smokers begin in their teens or earlier. Every day, another 1,000 kids become regular, daily ...
Understanding Biologic and Biosimilar Drugs
... that they are generally larger, more complex molecules. Biologics are usually administered via injection or infusion. Most biologics in cancer care are given under the close supervision of a medical professional. Biologics have been a part of medical treatment for a long time and have ... one, some, or all of the conditions of the reference product. While the safety of a biosimilar is assured through FDA review and approval, your health care provider should review the product label for any prescribed biosimilar. Why biosimilars were introduced Biosimilars were introduced ... to you by your healthcare provider. This might be for several reasons, including that the biosimilar is the preferred product of your doctor or health plan. This preference might also come from physician’s experience with the product, a desire by your health plan to control costs, or ...
Buffalo Bills’ Levi Wallace Teams Up for Gamers vs. Cancer Event on #GivingTuesdayNow
... caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Nonprofits have long been on the frontlines serving our communities. But as a result of the current public health crisis, donations have been scarce. Cancer hasn’t stopped and ACS CAN is working hard to help ensure cancer patients have access to care during this difficult time. ACS CAN is using #GivingTuesdayNow to educate people about its lifesaving work to fight back against cancer and ...
Michael Holtz Accepts National Volunteer Leadership Award for Excellence in Cancer Advocacy Work
... 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 stand ...
Pearl Carter Accepts National Volunteer Award for Excellence in Cancer Advocacy Work
... 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 stand ...
Congressman Rodney Davis Receives National Distinguished Advocacy Award for Championing Lifesaving Cancer Public Policy
... 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 stand ...
Cancer Advocates Honor Rep. Paul Harris with Legislator of the Year Award for Championing Tobacco Control Legislation
... 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 ...
Kendra Krueger Receives Professional Achievement Award for Outstanding Grassroots Efforts in Cancer Advocacy
... building and growing lasting relationships with volunteers and producing short films that tell the stories of people who need affordable health care. “Kendra is integral to our mission, she loves the Dakotas, she loves our volunteers, and she sets the standard in our mission to make ...
Legislative Action Needed to Reduce the Burden of Cancer on Wisconsinites
... 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 ...
Cancer Patients and Survivors Return to the Statehouse to Rally Legislators
... 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 ...
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