Statement on Passage of Metastatic Step Therapy Legislation in Oklahoma
Susan G. Komen commended passage of metastatic step therapy legislation, which prohibits the use of step therapy requirements for metastatic cancer patients.
Press Releases
Introduction of Diagnostic and Supplemental Imaging Legislation Would Benefit Thousands of Mainers
Susan G. Komen commends introduction of legislation in Maine that would would remove financial barriers to imaging that can rule out breast cancer or confirm the need for a biopsy.
Susan G. Komen® Welcomes Nine Leaders to Research Advisory Roles
Distinguished Researchers to Influence and Advance Breast Cancer Research DALLAS – APRIL 27, 2023 – Susan G. Komen®, the world’s leading breast cancer organization, has appointed nine world-renowned medical and research experts to serve as advisors to the organization. These breast cancer experts will be part of a distinguished group, known as Komen Scholars, who […]
Statement on Passage of Diagnostic and Supplemental Imaging Legislation in Montana
Susan G. Komen applauded Montana lawmakers and Governor Greg Gianforte for passage of diagnostic and supplemental imaging legislation in Montana.
Susan G. Komen® To Host Two MORE THAN PINK Walks in Pennsylvania This Spring
Susan G. Komen will host two MORE THAN PINK Walks in Pennsylvania this spring.
Introduction of Diagnostic and Supplemental Imaging Legislation Would Benefit Thousands of North Carolinians
Susan G. Komen Commends Bill Introduction; Urges Quick Passage Susan G. Komen®, the world’s leading breast cancer organization, applauds Representative Donny Lambeth (R-Forsyth), Representative Mary Belk (D-Mecklenburg), Representative Donna McDowell White (R-Johnston) and Representative Becky Carney (D-Mecklenburg) for working with Komen to introduce legislation that would remove financial barriers to imaging that can rule out […]
Susan G. Komen® Says Ruling on Preventive Care Threatens Access to Care for Millions of Women
Susan G. Komen called a ruling from a Texas court on preventive care requirements in the Affordable Care Act (ACA) a threat to millions of women accessing needed breast health services.
Susan G. Komen® Welcomes Three New Leaders to the Board of Directors
DALLAS – March 27, 2023 – Susan G. Komen®, the world’s leading breast cancer organization, appoints three new global leaders to serve on its Board of Directors. The incoming members join an elite group of 19 executives to help govern and advise the world’s leading non-profit breast cancer organization in its mission to end breast cancer. […]
Introduction of Diagnostic and Supplemental Imaging Legislation Would Benefit Thousands of Nevadans
Legislation introduced in Nevada would remove financial barriers to imaging that can rule out breast cancer or confirm the need for a biopsy. In 2023, more than 2,620 people will be diagnosed with breast cancer and more than 440 will die of the disease in Nevada alone.
Statement on Passage of Diagnostic and Supplemental Imaging Legislation in New Mexico
Susan G. Komen thanked lawmakers in New Mexico and Governor Lujan Grisham for eliminating barriers to care so that people with state-regulated health plans can now receive medically necessary diagnostic and supplemental imaging without any out-of-pocket expenses.
Introduction of Diagnostic and Supplemental Imaging Legislation Could Benefit Thousands of Oregonians
Legislation introduced in Oregon would remove financial barriers to imaging that can rule out breast cancer or confirm the need for a biopsy. In 2023, more than 4,220 people will be diagnosed with breast cancer and more than 570 will die of the disease in Oregon alone.
Introduction of Diagnostic and Supplemental Imaging Legislation Could Benefit Thousands of Montanans
Legislation introduced in Montana would remove financial barriers to imaging that can rule out breast cancer or confirm the need for a biopsy. In 2023, more than 1,030 people will be diagnosed with breast cancer and more than 150 will die of the disease in Montana alone.