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Federal Actions
Congress needs to increase access to colon cancer screenings
When diagnosed early, the five-year survival rate for colon cancer
patients is 90 percent.If it's not caught early, that number plummets to
11 percent. We need Congress to pass a program helping ensure all
Americans have access to colon cancer screening.
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No Loopholes for Cigars
Some in Congress want an amendment in the House agriculture funding bill
to create a loophole in FDA regulation for many cigars. This means that
tobacco companies could do whatever they wanted with these cigars. Tell
Congress to oppose cigar loopholes!
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US: Let The Kids Smoke Cigars Instead?
More than 150 Members of Congress have cosponsored a bill that could allow
tobacco companies to continue selling flavored cigars, which makes them
more attractive to children. Tell your Members of Congress to oppose this
bill.
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We Need to Fund Breast Cancer Research
Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women, accounting for one of
every four cancers diagnosed in U.S. women. Ask Congress to continue
funding the fight against breast cancer.
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