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ACS CAN volunteers in Virginia are making fighting cancer a top priority for our elected officials. By sharing their personal cancer stories, our volunteers help educate legislators on public policy issues that work towards preventing and treating cancer, and funding cancer research.

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Cancer Groups Applaud New Protections for Virginians Facing Medical Debt

April 11, 2024
Virginia

Leading patient organizations, including the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) and The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS), applaud Virginia lawmakers for passing legislation to protect patients from the harmful effects of medical debt.

Governor Youngkin Signs Legislation Aimed at Improving Access to Lifesaving Cancer Screenings

April 1, 2024
Virginia

Last week, Governor Youngkin signed critical legislation improving Virginians’ access to colorectal cancer screening.

Arlington Resident Urges Congress to Fully Fund Bipartisan STAR Act, Ensure Childhood Cancer Research Remains a National Priority

February 26, 2024
Virginia

ARLINGTON, V.A. – February 26, 2024 – Arlington native and American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) volunteer Olivia Bartrum recently trekked to Capitol Hill to share about her experience with pediatric cancer. During her visit, she urged lawmakers, including Senators Mark Warner and Tim Kaine and Representatives

Cancer Advocates Urge Lawmakers to Support Improving Virginians’ Access to Lifesaving Medication

January 24, 2024
Virginia

RICHMOND, VA – JANUARY 24, 2024 – Today, American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) volunteers rallied at the Virginia State Capitol as a part of their annual Cancer Action Day, urging lawmakers to support Senate Bill 376/House Bill 946, which seeks to improve Virginians’ access to lifesaving

Virginia Events

January 21, 2025EST
Richmond, VA

2025 Virginia Cancer Action Day

Join us for the 2025 Virginia Cancer Action Day on Tuesday, January 21st at the state capitol in Richmond. This will be a powerful day of advocacy as we stand with cancer patients and survivors. Together, we’ll address barriers to essential healthcare and champion policies that support individuals affected by...

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State Contacts

Brian Donohue
Virginia Government Relations Director
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804.527.3726
Casey O'Neill
Sr. Regional Media Advocacy Manager
[email protected]
215.375.8086
Marc Mazza
VA Grassroots manager
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