Updates matching "Remove Hurdles to Cancer Care"

The California Assembly Health Committee passed a bill today that would ensure comprehensive biomarker testing is covered by more insurance plans, including Medi-Cal, when supported by medical and scientific evidence.

California State Senator Susan Rubio and Assemblymember Mike Gipson received the Legislator of the Year award, a prestigious honor bestowed by the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) in recognition of their commitment to strong, evidence-based policies that improve public health and save lives from cancer.

Legislation introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives today aims to improve access to quality health care for and decrease health disparities in communities of color.

Governor Tony Evers vetoed two bills that would have tightened access to health care coverage for limited-income Wisconsinites. Senate Bill 905/Assembly Bill 934 aimed to require Medicaid enrollees to prove eligibility and re-apply every six months. Senate Bill 912/Assembly Bill 936 would have added new work rules to the program,

ACS CAN volunteers met virtually with state lawmakers and urged them to pass legislation that would ensure comprehensive biomarker testing is covered by more insurance plans. Biomarker testing is critical in accessing precision medicine, which can lead to improved survivorship and better quality of life for cancer patients.

COLUMBUS, OHIO – After two years of virtual Cancer Action Days due to the pandemic, cancer patients, survivors and caregivers from across the state traveled to the Capitol in Columbus yesterday to meet in person with their elected officials. They let their lawmakers know that they can and must do

The 2021-22 Wisconsin legislative session ended this week. This session was marked by important wins for cancer prevention and early detection, as well as battles against unwarranted efforts to create barriers to accessing care.

ACS CAN is joined by more than 65 organizations asking for colorectal screening to be included in the budget.

The House of Representatives passed legislation that would ensure biomarker testing is covered by more insurance plans, including Medicaid, when patients need it. House Bill 2144 aims to enable more Arizonans to benefit from biomarker testing, a critical step in accessing precision medicine treatments.