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September 18, 2024

Waianae Resident Recognized with Young Leader Award in Recognition of Cancer Advocacy Efforts

The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) presented Waianae community member Mckayla McCullah with the Young Leader award this week in recognition of her passionate advocacy and commitment to furthering the fight against cancer.

This award is presented to a state volunteer who has demonstrated an exciting promise in their start with ACS CAN by taking advantage of new opportunities to advocate for cancer patients.

August 27, 2024

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

A recent poll by the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) shows 8 in 10 or 82% of voters in Arizona view a candidate’s position on access to affordable, comprehensive health coverage as a vote-determining factor.

The poll findings showed a majority of voters feel the 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 part of ACS CAN’s national Cancer Votes campaign—the country’s leading voter education program for cancer-related issues and policies.

August 27, 2024

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

A recent poll by the American Cancer Society 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 part of ACS CAN’s national Cancer Votes campaign—the country’s leading voter education program for cancer-related issues and policies.