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March 2, 2011
New Jersey, New York

February Advocacy Round Up

February 22, 2011
New Jersey

“A money-saving investment in programs that prevent and detect cancer early is a wise fiscal strategy in challenging times. In this tough budget climate, it’s hard to see value through dollar signs, but Gov. Christie has shown that he understands how important cancer screening is for New Jerseyans, by preserving funding for the NJ Cancer Education and Early Detection Program (NJ CEED) in the NJ Department of Health and Senior Services.

February 16, 2011
New Jersey, New York

A generation ago, President Nixon declared a war on cancer. Tomorrow the House will call for an all-out retreat when it votes on one of the most devastating bills ever for cancer patients. It's no exaggeration - enacting this bill is short-sighted and will mean more suffering and death from cancer. That is the stark truth.

February 1, 2011
New Jersey, New York

Your Eastern Division Advocacy Team has been busy in the new year! Here are some highlights from the past month: Announcing the 2011 Donald H. Gemson Cancer Prevention Public Policy Award The Eastern Division of the American Cancer Society is now accepting nominations for the second annual Donald

January 5, 2011
New Jersey

Cancer effects us all, but no one is truely powerless in the effort to end this disease. Now is your chance to Fight Back and let your voice be heard. On January 25, President Obama will make his annual State of the Union address. During this

December 1, 2010
New Jersey, New York

Fight Back Against Cancer this December

November 10, 2010
New Jersey, New York

Statement from Peter Slocum, Vice President for Advocacy, American Cancer Society of NY & NJ, regarding new rules requiring large, graphic warning labels on cigarette packs and ads.

November 8, 2010
New Jersey

American Cancer Society New Jersey 2011 State Legislative Priorities Tobacco Smoke-Free Casinos The Atlantic City Casino gaming floors continue to be polluted by second hand smoke, because of state and local exemptions to the state’s Clean Indoor Air law. Closing that health hazard loophole, and

November 3, 2010
New Jersey, New York

Fight Back Against Cancer this November