The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) is a grassroots member organization that gives cancer advocates, survivors, and caregivers the opportunity to shape legislative agendas to ensure that they include important cancer issues.
Oklahoma lawmakers are considering legislation that would eliminate taxes on certain tobacco products. Oklamoma Government Relations Director Matt Glanville says this is a step backwards.
Cancer patients and survivors continue to experience potentially serious health care delays during the pandemic, and tomorrow leadership across Oklahoma will shine a light on the disparities affecting Native Americans’ cancer outcomes.
Voting for president and federal and state lawmakers weren’t the only important decisions that voters made yesterday. Public health advocates also scored big victories in ballot initiatives in Oklahoma and Oregon. Thanks to the great work of ACS CAN volunteers and staff, Oklahomans voted to protect funding for a program
Fighting cancer is something that requires collective action. Join our volunteer group to work with the legislature, public health, and healthcare organizations to reduce the burden of cancer.
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.
