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American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network @acscan.bsky.social · 1d

New paper via @universitypress.cambridge.org finds travel distance to NCI-funded sites remains barrier for patients to participate in #ClinicalTrials or research. The number of people w/o access could be reduced from 17% to 1.6% if NCI funding was provided to currently unsupported cancer facilities.

New Paper Finds Travel Distance Remains Barrier for Patients to Access National Cancer Center-Funded Sites

A new paper in the Journal of Clinical and Translational Science finds that travel distance to National Cancer Institute (NCI)-funded sites remains a key barrier for patients wanting to participate in...

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American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network @acscan.bsky.social · 2d

We're celebrating an incredible milestone: the #MCEDAct is now the most-supported bill in Congress!

If passed, it could help #EarlyDetection tests reach more people who need them.

With 386 cosponsors across the House and Senate, there's overwhelming bipartisan support to pass this bill.

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American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network @acscan.bsky.social · 3d

Corinne is still waiting for a cure. #CancerResearch has kept her alive and thriving for 10 years, but she needs it to continue.

See the stories of people from across the country who have been impacted by cancer research—people like Corinne—and share them today: go.fightcancer.org/4nKx7Xp

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Representative Seth Magaziner @magaziner.house.gov · 17d

Everyone knows someone who has been impacted by cancer, or they have been impacted themselves.

Matt from @acscan.bsky.social has a good idea: Put our foot on the gas and fund research and care for those battling cancer.

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Rep. Diana DeGette @degette.house.gov · 16d

Honored to receive @acscan.bsky.social’s National Distinguished Advocacy Award.

I will always fight for policies that support cancer patients, survivors, and their families, and continue to work alongside advocates leading the fight for a cancer-free future.

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rihouseofreps.bsky.social @rihouseofreps.bsky.social · 11d

Speaker @joeshekarchi.bsky.social, Rep. Mia Ackerman, and @tanzister.bsky.social attended this morning's @acscan.bsky.social Rhode Island Research Breakfast.

ACS CAN highlighted cancer research, discussed existing gaps in screening/care & debated policy solutions to help cancer patients in RI.

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Rhode Island Senate @risenate.bsky.social · 11d

Today, Senate President Valarie Lawson and other members of the General Assembly, including Senators Lori Urso and @samzurier.bsky.social, took part in the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network’s (@acscan.bsky.social) 12th annual Rhode Island Research Breakfast.

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Cancer Therapy Advisor @cancertherapyadv.bsky.social · 5d

Recent moves by the govt could create or exacerbate cancer drug shortages, experts say. With @jrgralow.bsky.social of @ascocancer.bsky.social, Dr Kenneth Komorny of @moffittnews.bsky.social, @mfleury.bsky.social of @acscan.bsky.social, & Ted Okon of COA.

Read or listen here: shorturl.at/jzp1q

Drug Shortages Remain a Threat to Cancer Care, Experts Say

Continued drug shortages remain a possibility, and recent moves by the government could create or exacerbate cancer drug shortages.

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American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network @acscan.bsky.social · 10d

Pleased to see POTUS' commitment to pediatric #CancerResearch. Federal investment is especially crucial to progress in #ChildhoodCancer.

This increased funding for childhood cancer data intiatives is an example of the type of critical research that can be done with increased funding for NIH.

HHS Doubles AI-Backed Childhood Cancer Research Funding

Following an Executive Order by President Trump, HHS will increase funding of data-centered pediatric cancer research.

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American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network @acscan.bsky.social · 11d

For our September Volunteer Spotlight, we’re thrilled to highlight Sahil Mehta, Legislative Ambassador with ACS CAN California! Sahil’s advocacy this year led to a big legislative win for #ChildhoodCancerResearch. Read more about Sahil’s story here: www.fightcancer.org/news/high-sc...

High school advocate helps secure landmark childhood cancer funding

Through persistence and partnership, Sahil helped pass a bill that created California’s first dedicated state fund for pediatric cancer research. At only seventeen years old, Sahil Mehta, Legislat

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American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network @acscan.bsky.social · 12d

We look forward to working with the National Cancer Institute's new director, Dr. Anthony Letai, to end cancer as we know it for everyone by prioritizing effective, transparent and evidence-based #CancerResearch infrastructure and processes that can speed up progress in the fight against cancer.

American Cancer Society and ACS CAN Statement on Newly Announced National Cancer Institute Director

Dr. Anthony Letai has been named as the National Cancer Institute (NCI)’s new director. This role is critical to ensuring ongoing innovation in oncology.

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American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network @acscan.bsky.social · 16d

Millions can afford health insurance thanks to health care #TaxCredits. But these are set to expire at the end of 2025—unless Congress votes to renew them.

Without the health care tax credits, working families & patients could face crushing hikes in costs. Urge Congress to extend them now ⬇️

Congress: Renew the health care tax credits now!

ACS CAN is the leading cancer advocacy organization that is working every day to make cancer issues a national priority.

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American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network @acscan.bsky.social · 17d

Cancer research is critical to ensure more people can prevent, detect, treat, and survive cancer. Scientific advancements are necessary to develop new treatments and improve outcomes.

That’s why we continue to advocate for increased federal funding for cancer research. #WorldCancerResearchDay

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American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network @acscan.bsky.social · 19d

Hundreds of cancer advocates gathered together last week during #CancerLobbyDay to send a powerful message to Congress: #CancerResearch funding is non-negotiable.

Watch this recap video and send a message to Congress urging them to pass a spending bill that increases funding to #ProtectCancerCures.

Federal funding for cancer research is at risk. Congress must help protect it.

ACS CAN is the leading cancer advocacy organization that is working every day to make cancer issues a national priority.

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American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network @acscan.bsky.social · 19d

Thrilled to see the House Energy and Commerce Committee unanimously advance the #GiveKidsAChanceAct. Thank you for your leadership on behalf of children with cancer. We urge the full House to pass this bill without delay. #ChildhoodCancerAwarenessMonth www.fightcancer.org/policy-resou...

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pamoh13.bsky.social @pamoh13.bsky.social · 25d

Such a wonderful surprise! @repemiliasykes.bsky.social was able to join our #CancerLobbyDay meeting with HLA Isobel Root. Our thanks to both of you for your support & additional details on the Health Care Tax Credits. #ProtectCancerCures

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Lisa Lacasse @llacasseacscan.bsky.social · 24d

Every Lights of Hope bag represents a person, a friend, a family member, a loved one touched by cancer. Grateful for the power of our advocates to bring these stories into action to end cancer as we know it, for everyone. #LightsofHope #CancerLobbyDay

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Rep. Terri A. Sewell @sewell.house.gov · 25d

Great morning rallying with cancer advocates from Alabama and across the nation in support of the Nancy Gardner Sewell MCED Act! What a befitting tribute to my late mother to spend her birthday fighting for greater access to cancer screenings.

Special thanks to the @acscan.bsky.social volunteers!

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Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz @wassermanschultz.house.gov · 25d

Decades of public health research are being undermined by pseudo-science and handouts to the ultra-rich.

I was proud to join @acscan.bsky.social to tell my cancer story and hear the stories of others. We need every survivor and every family to raise their voice to protect cancer research.

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Representative Seth Magaziner @magaziner.house.gov · 25d

Cancer touches nearly every family.

I am committed to advancing policies that improve prevention, treatment, and access to affordable care.

Thank you @acscan.bsky.social for your tireless advocacy and support for those fighting cancer.

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American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network @acscan.bsky.social · 26d

Have you seen our Virtual Silent Auction for #CancerLobbyDay? Get your bids in by 8:40pm ET *tonight* before it closes! Proceeds go towards continuing our mission to end cancer as we know it, for everyone.

➡️ www.FightCancer.org/2025Auction

American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network @acscan.bsky.social · 26d

This is your last chance to potentially have your #LightsOfHope tributes included in tomorrow's Hope Walk! Just donate by midnight tonight. We want you to be part of this incredible, emotional, impactful event before time runs out:

Honor Loved Ones Impacted By Cancer with Lights of Hope

ACS CAN is the leading cancer advocacy organization that is working every day to make cancer issues a national priority.

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American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network @acscan.bsky.social · Sep 11

During #CancerLobbyDay, hundreds of our passionate volunteers work tirelessly to push for cancer-fighting policies that support patients, survivors, and their families.

We can’t wait for our advocates to arrive in Washington, D.C. this weekend!

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ACS CAN's Annual Leadership Summit & Lobby Day

Every ACS CAN volunteer has the opportunity to make a lasting impact in the fight against cancer. Each year, hundreds of passionate cancer advocates from all 50 states, Washington D.C., Guam, and Puerto Rico come together to meet with lawmakers on Capi...

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American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network @acscan.bsky.social · Sep 10

Our Virtual Silent Auction is live! Each item was donated by a staff member or volunteer, so don’t miss the opportunity to win something special. All proceeds go towards continuing our mission to end cancer as we know it, for everyone.

#CancerLobbyDay

➡️ www.FightCancer.org/2025Auction

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American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network @acscan.bsky.social · Sep 9

#LightsOfHope is your opportunity to honor a loved one whose life was touched by cancer.

These bags are powerful visual reminders to Congress that they have a vital role to play in the fight against cancer.

Will you donate today?
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Honor Loved Ones Impacted By Cancer with Lights of Hope

ACS CAN is the leading cancer advocacy organization that is working every day to make cancer issues a national priority.

act.fightcancer.org

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