Updates matching "New York"

The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network has released the full NYS Budget Testimony of Blair Horner, VP of Advocacy for New York & New Jersey. In the presentation, Horner talks about the importance of the state's Tobacco Control Program, Cancer Services Program and more. A full PDF of Blair

Experienced Campaign Organizer Also Joins Staff Albany, NY (January 25, 2013) - The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) of NY & NJ today announced the addition of Michael Burgess and Theresa Tolokonsky to its New York State advocacy team. "Michael and Theresa

“Here is what we know, it is estimated that nearly 110,000 New Yorkers will be diagnosed with cancer in 2013 and that over 34,000 will die. We know that four cancers – lung, breast, colorectal and prostate – account for roughly half of all cancer diagnoses and half of all cancer deaths. Lung cancer is the number one killer, accounting for a quarter of all cancer deaths.

January 26, 2013 The Honorable Andrew M. Cuomo Governor of New York State Executive Chamber State Capitol Albany, NY 12224 Submitted via email Dear Governor Cuomo, Our organizations are deeply concerned about the toll tobacco takes on New Yorkers. While New York State has made great strides, smoking continues to

The American Cancer Society today released it's annual Facts & Figures report this morning. Here is how the key statistics shape up in New York State. Lung cancer is expected to remain the number one cancer killer in the state, illustrating the need for a better funded NYS Tobacco Control

Statement from Blair Horner, Vice President for Advocacy, American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) of NY & NJ re: Gov. Cuomo’s State of the State Address. “We estimate that more than 109,000 New Yorkers received a cancer diagnosis in 2012, with more than 35,000 residents

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. This month, a new Congress and a new President will be sworn into office. This is

Statement from Donald Distasio, Executive Vice President, American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network of NY & NJ re: study on secondhand smoke exposure in multi-unit housing. “Home is supposed to be a safe place, but for 3.5 million New Yorkers, home is where they are being exposed

Report Shows State’s Status as Leader Decline Statement from Blair Horner, Vice President for Advocacy, American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network of NY & NJ re: report ranking NY 21st for tobacco control program funding. “New York’s slide continues and sadly, it’s not surprising. Over the