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ACS CAN and Other Organizations Ask State Assembly to Act on Tobacco Tax Increase

March 5, 2021
New York

Several organizations have joined with ACS CAN on a letter to ask Assembly Leadership for support of a tobacco tax increase.

Health Groups Ask for Increased Tobacco Tax

December 15, 2020
New York

Several public health organzations ask Governor Cuomo for increase tobacco tax.

Cancer-Fighting Advocates Mark Great American Smokeout by Calling for Action to Prevent Tobacco Addiction

November 19, 2020
New York

ACS CAN marked the Great American Smokeout by asking for increased tobacco taxes in New York State.

New York Senior Government Relations Director Julie Hart Hosts New Virtual Conversation Series

October 13, 2020
New York

Watch our Cancer Chats Series to learn more about how policy changes can help fight cancer.

Dramatic New Statistics Released by NYSDOH Show High Number of Young Cancer Patients Struggle with Tobacco Addiction

October 7, 2020
New York

The New York State Department of Health released statistics today showing that cancer patients and survivors still struggle with tobacco addiction. ACS CAN Senior New York Government Relations Director Julie Hart is calling for an increase in tobacco taxes and to use that revenue to fund the Tobacco Control Program.

New York State Lights of Hope Challenge!

August 6, 2020
New York

The New York State’s Lights of Hope challenge is on! We hope you have your page created and ready to share! Whoever raises the most money August 1 - August 14 will receive an ACS CAN branded item of their choice valued up to $50. Send e-mails, ask your friends,

The Use of Tobacco Coupons and Multi-Pack Discounts to End Tomorrow in New York State

June 30, 2020
New York

On July 1, 2020 new measues become law that will protect New Yorkers from some strategies of Big Tobacco that attract people to the dangerous addiction.

2020 Cancer Burden in New York State

June 19, 2020
New York

Covid-19 has had a devastating impact on cancer patients. From delays with accessing care to the financial burden, it has taken its toll. ACS CAN conducted two surveys to understand the actual impact the pandemic was having on cancer patients and survivors. Here in New York, our advocacy work continues.

Say NO to Copay Accumulators in New York State

June 15, 2020
New York

Access to care and keeping medication affordable is critical for cancer patients. It has been particularly difficult for patients in these challenging times. Insurance companies are making it even more trying with copay accumulator programs. These programs prevent patients from using a copay card or coupon to cover their out