American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network
@acscan.bsky.social
We're a nonpartisan nonprofit that advocates for evidence-based public policies to reduce the cancer burden for everyone. #CancerAdvocacy
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📍Washington, D.C. and nationwide
Join us ➡️ FightCancer.org
📍Washington, D.C. and nationwide
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Hundreds of volunteer advocates put partisan differences aside and pressed Congress to help people with cancer. The advocacy came just before the stalemate that has shut down the federal government. n.pr/47qPvh8
'Cancer doesn't care': Patients pushed past divisive politics to lobby Congress
Hundreds of volunteer advocates put partisan differences aside and pressed Congress to help people with cancer. The advocacy came just before the stalemate that has shut down the federal government.
n.pr
October 21, 2025 at 2:07 PM
Hundreds of volunteer advocates put partisan differences aside and pressed Congress to help people with cancer. The advocacy came just before the stalemate that has shut down the federal government. n.pr/47qPvh8
#HispanicHeritageMonth is an opportunity to highlight the ACSí Se Puede Hispanic/Latino Advocacy Alliance, one of ACS CAN’s six volunteer affinity groups! This incredible group of volunteers is persistently working to reduce cancer disparities in their communities. (1/3)
October 14, 2025 at 2:07 PM
#HispanicHeritageMonth is an opportunity to highlight the ACSí Se Puede Hispanic/Latino Advocacy Alliance, one of ACS CAN’s six volunteer affinity groups! This incredible group of volunteers is persistently working to reduce cancer disparities in their communities. (1/3)
On #IndigenousPeoplesDay, we honor the histories, cultures & contributions of Indigenous peoples. Despite significant challenges throughout history, American Indian & Alaska Native tribal gov'ts have survived, & communities continue to work toward preserving their heritage & advancing equity. (1/3)
October 13, 2025 at 4:29 PM
On #IndigenousPeoplesDay, we honor the histories, cultures & contributions of Indigenous peoples. Despite significant challenges throughout history, American Indian & Alaska Native tribal gov'ts have survived, & communities continue to work toward preserving their heritage & advancing equity. (1/3)
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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October 10, 2025 at 5:03 PM
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.
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.
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.
October 9, 2025 at 8:30 PM
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.
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.
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
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
October 8, 2025 at 7:31 PM
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
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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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.
Matt from @acscan.bsky.social has a good idea: Put our foot on the gas and fund research and care for those battling cancer.
September 24, 2025 at 3:22 PM
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.
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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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.
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.
September 25, 2025 at 4:04 PM
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.
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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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.
ACS CAN highlighted cancer research, discussed existing gaps in screening/care & debated policy solutions to help cancer patients in RI.
September 30, 2025 at 4:56 PM
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.
ACS CAN highlighted cancer research, discussed existing gaps in screening/care & debated policy solutions to help cancer patients in RI.
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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.
September 30, 2025 at 6:19 PM
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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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
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.
www.cancertherapyadvisor.com
October 6, 2025 at 4:03 PM
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
Read or listen here: shorturl.at/jzp1q
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.
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.
www.nih.gov
October 1, 2025 at 3:06 PM
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.
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.
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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September 30, 2025 at 4:05 PM
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...
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.
www.fightcancer.org
September 29, 2025 at 8:37 PM
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.
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 ⬇️
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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September 25, 2025 at 4:23 PM
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 ⬇️
Without the health care tax credits, working families & patients could face crushing hikes in costs. Urge Congress to extend them now ⬇️
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
That’s why we continue to advocate for increased federal funding for cancer research. #WorldCancerResearchDay
September 24, 2025 at 9:03 PM
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
That’s why we continue to advocate for increased federal funding for cancer research. #WorldCancerResearchDay
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.
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.
act.fightcancer.org
September 22, 2025 at 8:02 PM
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.
Watch this recap video and send a message to Congress urging them to pass a spending bill that increases funding to #ProtectCancerCures.
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...
September 22, 2025 at 3:49 PM
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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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
September 16, 2025 at 5:35 PM
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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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
September 17, 2025 at 2:05 AM
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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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!
Special thanks to the @acscan.bsky.social volunteers!
September 16, 2025 at 5:39 PM
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!
Special thanks to the @acscan.bsky.social volunteers!
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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.
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.
September 16, 2025 at 9:46 PM
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.
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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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.
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.
September 16, 2025 at 10:27 PM
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.
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.
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
➡️ www.FightCancer.org/2025Auction
September 15, 2025 at 4:30 PM
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
➡️ www.FightCancer.org/2025Auction
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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September 15, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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: