COLUMBIA, S.C. – November 30, 2023 – As North Carolina expands Medicaid December 1, the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) calls on South Carolina lawmakers to offer the same benefits to the people of the Palmetto State.
“It’s long past time to offer access to critical, lifesaving care to nearly 350,000 South Carolinians in a program that also has widespread financial benefits for the state’s economy. Hard-working South Carolina families deserve access to health care,” said Beth Johnson, regional government relations director for ACS CAN. “The reality is there are far too many South Carolinians who make too little to afford private insurance but too much to access traditional Medicaid and as a result are often forced to go without care. Our state can do better. Accessing federal dollars to close the coverage gap is smart business for South Carolina.”
Data shows less than half of South Carolina employers offer health insurance to employees.
ACS CAN is proud to join Cover SC, a new coalition of more than 60 organizations dedicated to advocating for increased access to health care to improve the productivity of South Carolina’s workforce.
Cover SC will meet Friday and welcomes all opportunities to talk more about the campaign. Please contact Stacy if you are interested in an interview.
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About ACS CAN
The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) advocates for evidence-based public policies to reduce the cancer burden for everyone. We engage our volunteers across the country to make their voices heard by policymakers at every level of government. We believe everyone should have a fair and just opportunity to prevent, detect, treat, and survive cancer. Since 2001, as the American Cancer Society’s nonprofit, nonpartisan 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, states and our nation’s capital. Join the fight by visiting www.fightcancer.org.