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Welcome to the Pennsylvania ACS CAN state page. Pennsylvania is known as the Keystone State. The keystone is the part of an arch that all other parts depend upon -- we recognize our volunteers as the keystone for ACS CAN. ACS CAN is the nation's leading cancer advocacy organization that is working every day to make cancer a national priority. Stay up to date with information on our issues, volunteer activities, and exciting ways to become involved.

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Advocates at Cancer Action Day

Join us for Cancer Action Day 2025

On Tuesday, May 13th join volunteers from across the state to meet with lawmakers in Harrsiburg and advocate for lifesaving laws. Training and support will be provided ahead of time. No prior experience necessary!

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Pennsylvania Priorities

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Lawmakers and Community Gather to Honor Lives Touched by Cancer

October 1, 2024
Pennsylvania

Harrisburg residents and cancer advocates gathered at the Pennsylvania War Veterans’ Memorial Fountain outside of the Capitol building in Harrisburg this evening to honor the lives affected by cancer with a heartfelt display of 270 Lights of Hope bags representing the estimated 27,000 Pennsylvanians who will die from the disease in 2024. The personalized Lights of Hope bags were lined along the fountain, which was lit pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, to symbolize the strength, hope and memories of those touched by cancer.

State Senator Devlin Robinson Receives National Distinguished Advocacy Award for Leading the Way on Critical Cancer Legislation

September 19, 2024
Pennsylvania

Senator Devlin Robinson received the National Distinguished Advocacy Award this week, the most prestigious award presented by the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN), in recognition of his significant contribution in the fight against cancer.

New Poll: Majority of Pennsylvania Voters Say Health Care System Not Meeting Needs of Most State’s Residents

August 27, 2024
Pennsylvania

A recent poll by the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) shows 8 in 10 (86%) Pennsylvania voters view a candidate’s position on access to affordable, comprehensive health coverage as a vote-determining factor.

Final State Budget Sustains Support to Reduce Burden of Disease, Yet More Work to Be Done

July 15, 2024
Pennsylvania

The Pennsylvania Legislature passed and Governor Shapiro certified the 2024-25 budget—the contents of which reflect a step in the right direction in the effort to end cancer as we know it for everyone.

Cancer patient

Biomarker Testing in Pennsylvania: A Storybook

Biomarker testing can have an incredible impact on treatment options and quality of life. We heard from providers and patients across the Commonwealth whose cancer journey was shaped by biomarker testing, leading to the best treatment for their specific cancer. Take a look at their powerful stories.

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Pennsylvania Events

May 13, 2025EST
Harrisburg, PA

Cancer Action Day 2025

Join volunteer advocates, survivors, caregivers, providers, and more as we advocate for life-saving policies. For more information take a look at our Cancer Action Day page: https://www.fightcancer.org/pennsylvania-cancer-action-day-2025

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State Contacts

Donna Greco
Pennsylvania Government Relations Director
[email protected]
717.534.1075
Lydia Lippold-Gelb
Grassroots Manager
[email protected]
(215) 845.4008
Casey O’Neill
Senior Regional Media Advocacy Manager
[email protected]
215-375-8086

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Do you have a personal story about how cancer has impacted you or someone you love? Real stories are how ACS CAN ensures that no one becomes a statistic.

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