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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.

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.

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

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...

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.

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.

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.

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 ⬇️

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

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.

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.

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...

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

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

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!

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.

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.

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

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.

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:

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... ACS CAN's Annual Leadership Summit & Lobby Day

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!

https://youtu.be/IM1C56ehgn4?feature=shared

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

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.

#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?
act.fightcancer.org/a/2025-light...

House Appropriations Committee to Consider Funding Bill with Increase for Cancer Research Tomorrow, the House Appropriations Committee is scheduled to consider the draft FY26 appropriations bill approved on September 2nd by the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human S...

Today the House Appropriations Committee will consider the draft FY26 appropriations bill—approved on Sept. 2 by the LHHS Subcommittee—which includes an increase in funding for #CancerResearch as well as #CancerPrevention and control programs.

Voices of Cancer Research Cancer research funding is at risk. See the stories of those impacted by research.

Federal funding for cancer research is at risk. Members of Congress need to be reminded that this funding isn’t just numbers on a page—it’s about real lives.

From patients to survivors, researchers to caregivers, see the stories of those impacted by #CancerResearch ⬇️

Nearly 750 cancer advocates are uniting in the nation’s capital to fight cancer In just a few days, nearly 750 cancer advocates will arrive in Washington, D.C.

Nearly 750 cancer advocates are heading to Washington, D.C. on September 14! Find out how their participation in #CancerLobbyDay will move the needle in our fight against cancer.

www.fightcancer.org/news/nearly-...

#MCED tests could help give more people a better chance to survive and thrive.

Share this post to help spread the word about this incredible advancement. We’ll share more soon about how Congress can play a role in making sure these tests reach the people who need them most. (2/2)

Did you know that scientists are developing new, simple blood tests that will screen for dozens of cancers at once?

Diagnosing cancer early, when it’s easier to treat, can save lives. That’s why these multi-cancer early detection (#MCED) tests hold so much promise. (1/2)

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.

Congress has just weeks to pass a bill to continue funding the gov't. Funding for vital cancer research & prevention programs is at risk.

Watch this video to learn why sustained investment in research is critical. Then, send a message to your members of Congress & urge them to #ProtectCancerCures:

Real Lives: Cancer Stories of Indigenous People Virtual Screening ACS CAN is the leading cancer advocacy organization that is working every day to make cancer issues a national priority.

Don’t miss this virtual screening of Real Lives: Cancer Stories of Indigenous People, an @americancancersoc.bsky.social documentary series that chronicles the cancer journeys of patients, caregivers, and communities from the AIAN and AANHPI perspectives.

🗓️ Aug. 26, 7:30 pm ET | 4:30 pm PT

RSVP ⬇️

New Study Underscores Importance of Pharmacogenomic Testing to Patients and Finds Many Aren’t Aware of the Benefits A new ACS CAN study released in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) finds many patients aren’t made aware of the importance of pharmacogenomic (PGx) testing. A form of biomarker tes...

Both education about and access to personalized cancer care are critical. A new @acscan.bsky.social study shows many patients aren’t aware of the benefits of pharmacogenomic (PGx) testing—a tool that can improve treatment and reduce adverse reactions. www.fightcancer.org/releases/new...

🎥 Share your story to help protect cancer research funding. If you've been impacted by advancements in cancer research or recent cuts to clinical trials, we want to hear from you.

Every cancer research breakthrough leads to stories. Stories of strength. Stories of hope.

Congress needs to understand that cancer research funding isn’t just about numbers or budgets—it’s about people.

If you’ve been impacted by cancer, share your story to help show #CancerResearch saves lives.

"Continued investment in #CancerResearch isn’t just smart policy, it’s a lifeline for millions of cancer patients and everyone at risk of developing the disease and a critical step forward in the fight to end cancer as we know it, for everyone." -ACS CAN President @llacasseacscan.bsky.social (2/2)

U.S. Senate Appropriations Committee Shows Strong Bipartisan Support for Cancer Research Funding in FY26 Bill Today, the U.S. Senate Committee on Appropriations considered and approved its draft FY26 appropriations bill that includes increases for the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and increases for fede...

Today, the U.S. Senate Committee on Appropriations considered and approved its draft FY26 appropriations bill that includes increases for:

✅ National Institutes of Health
✅ Federal #CancerResearch funding at the National Cancer Institute
✅ CDC’s Division of Cancer Prevention and Control

(1/2)

Comprehensive, affordable health care shouldn’t be a luxury. At ACS CAN, we will continue supporting #Medicare and #Medicaid, and advocating to eliminate barriers to care—because everyone deserves a fair and just opportunity to prevent, detect, treat, and survive cancer. (2/2)

Today is the 60th anniversary of the #MedicareAndMedicaidAct. This landmark bill helps ensure millions of seniors and individuals with lower and limited incomes have access to essential health care, including cancer screenings. (1/2)