Courage in Action: Cancer Survivors Unite at State Capitol to Advocate for Change
Illinois Must Do Better to Reduce the Burden of Cancer
Colorectal Cancer Press Releases
Statement on the Passing of U.S. Rep. Donald Payne Jr.
The following is a statement from Dr. Karen E. Knudsen, CEO of the American Cancer Society (ACS) and the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN), on the passing of U.S. Representative Donald M. Payne Jr. (D-N.J.).
Budget Cuts & Missed Opportunities Define New York Budget
This week, state leaders approved the state budget for FY 2024-25. In response, Michael Davoli, American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) New York Senior Government Relations Director, released the following statement:
Recortes presupuestarios y oportunidades perdidas definen el presupuesto de Nueva York
Esta semana, los líderes estatales aprobaron el presupuesto estatal para el año fiscal 2024-25. En respuesta, Michael Davoli, director de relaciones gubernamentales sénior de la Red de Acción contra el Cáncer de la Sociedad Americana contra el Cáncer (ACS CAN por sus siglas en inglés) de Nueva York, emitió la siguiente declaración.
Governor Youngkin Signs Legislation Aimed at Improving Access to Lifesaving Cancer Screenings
Last week, Governor Youngkin signed critical legislation improving Virginians’ access to colorectal cancer screening.
Sobrevivientes de cáncer y legisladores destacan propuestas presupuestarias centradas en la prevención del cáncer, la detección temprana, la deuda y la baja médica pagada
ALBANY, NY - 27 DE MARZO DE 2024 - Funcionarios electos se unieron hoy a sobrevivientes de cáncer, defensores de los derechos de los pacientes y líderes de salud pública para resaltar las oportunidades que se presentan en el presupuesto del año fiscal 2024-25 para a ayudar a más
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 its bur
The state Legislature can help New Yorkers fight cancer. Here's how.
The following was originally published in the Albany Times Union on March 21, 2024.
South Carolina Lawmakers Should Increase Funding for Critical Cancer Screenings
As we mark Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month this March, the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) is calling on the South Carolina legislature to increase funding for the state’s Colorectal Cancer Prevention Network, which provides access to lifesaving preventive care to at-risk South Carolinians.
It is Time to Reduce the Burden of Cancer on Illinoisans
As we approach World Cancer Day happening this Sunday and lawmakers continue their work this session, the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) urges legislators to prioritize passing legislation to ease the burden of cancer on Illinoisans.