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Cancer researchers highlight findings, push for funding at Alabama capitol

University scientists and advocates met in Montgomery to showcase biomedical advancements and request lawmakers work to fund research for future life-saving therapies.

Wesley Walter

April 1, 2026

Bill to eliminate out-of-pocket costs for breast cancer screenings heads to Ivey’s desk

The Alabama Senate advanced a bill eliminating cost-sharing for breast cancer screenings, and the measure now heads to Governor Kay Ivey.

Mary Claire Wooten

February 27, 2026

Lawmakers, advocates discuss push to cut prostate cancer screening barriers

Bipartisan legislation prefiled for Alabama’s 2026 session would require insurance providers to fully cover prostate cancer screenings for at-risk populations.

Wesley Walter

October 21, 2025

Pre-filed bill would eliminate prostate cancer screening costs for high-risk men

Advocacy groups said Livingston's bill is a crucial step toward improving prostate cancer treatment and reducing the cancer burden in Alabama.

Alex Jobin

September 29, 2025

Rep. Sewell welcomes cancer advocates to Washington, urges passage of HR842

Sewell welcomed cancer advocates, highlighting legislation to ensure access to cutting-edge early detection screenings for seniors.

September 17, 2025

Advocates push for cancer research and prevention as funding debate hits House

Advocates engaged federal lawmakers and pushed for increased cancer research and prevention funding amid the House's appropriations bill debate.

Wesley Walter

September 5, 2025

Cancer advocate urges Alabama senators to protect research funding

NIH is the largest federal funder of medical research in the U.S. In 2023, the organization provided more than $35 billion in grants.

Wesley Walter

March 12, 2025

Opinion

Rep. Sewell legislation can help prevent cancer deaths

"Congresswoman Sewell is prioritizing the health of our seniors and under-served."

Dr. Michael Meshad

April 20, 2021

Sewell introduces bill to ensure Medicare pays for new multi-cancer screening tech

The bill would ensure prompt access to FDA-approved multi-cancer screening tests and fuel innovation in cancer screening.

Brandon Moseley

December 4, 2020

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Alabama receives low score in American Cancer Society report

The American Cancer Society claimed that Alabama is “falling short” on implementing cancer-preventing policies in a recent statement analyzing their latest progress report. Their new report, titled “How do you measure up? A progress report on state legislative activity to reduce cancer incidence and mortality,” deemed that Alabama only passed one of eight evaluated areas. … Continued

Gabby Dance

August 6, 2019