Entries by Elleni

NCCS Warns HHS Reorganization Could Harm Cancer Patients and Slow Research

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On April 8, 2025, NCCS and other member organizations of The Cancer Leadership Council issued a response to the Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS) recent reorganization and reductions in force, highlighting the cancer community’s worries about potential adverse impacts on cancer research, care, and patient outcomes. The statement expresses concern over recent actions […]

NCCS Endorses Bipartisan ROCR Act to Reform Medicare Payments for Radiation Therapy

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In a united appeal, NCCS joined more than 100 organizations in endorsing the Radiation Oncology Case Rate (ROCR) Act of 2025 to reform Medicare’s payment system for radiation therapy. This bipartisan bill aims to improve patient access, reduce disparities for rural communities, and enhance cancer treatment quality while saving Medicare $200 million over 10 years. […]

NCCS Welcomes Lisa Montez and Stephen Whisnant to Board of Directors

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The National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship (NCCS) is pleased to announce the appointment of Lisa Montez and Stephen Whisnant to its Board of Directors. Both are cancer survivors who bring exceptional experience in philanthropy, nonprofit leadership, and a deep commitment to improving the lives of others. Lisa Montez Lisa Montez serves as Senior Counsel of […]

Two Diagnoses, One Mission: Tracy and Tim Steffek on Advocating for Survivors

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Meet Tracy and Tim Steffek. After Tracy was diagnosed with breast cancer at 36—just four months postpartum—and then again with tongue cancer one year later, the couple turned their experience into action. Now, they advocate for parents with cancer, push for whole-person care, and fight to make survivorship support a standard, not a privilege.

NCCS Announces New Elevate Ambassadors Selected to Improve Survivorship In Their Communities

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The National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship (NCCS) is proud to announce the participants of the 2025 Elevating Survivorship program. After a competitive application process, NCCS selected 11 individuals from across the United States to serve as Elevate Ambassadors. The Elevate Ambassadors will receive mentorship, support, networking opportunities, and training to develop and execute a plan-of-action for […]

Kirby Lewis – A Relentless Voice for Male Breast Cancer and Survivorship

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Meet Kirby Lewis. After being diagnosed with breast cancer in 2012 and later facing metastatic recurrence, he became a passionate advocate, raising awareness that men can get breast cancer too and pushing for better survivorship care. Learn more about Kirby in our Advocate Spotlight.

NCCS Urges the Supreme Court of the United States to Protect the Rights of Individuals with Medicaid Coverage

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Today, the National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship (NCCS), along with partner organizations, filed an amicus curiae brief with the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) in the case of Medina v. Planned Parenthood. The brief highlights the critical importance of Medicaid in disease prevention and treatment, as well as extensive research showing a strong […]

A Voice for Change: Rebecca Muñoz’s AYA Cancer Journey of Advocacy and Research

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Meet Rebecca Muñoz. Diagnosed with breast cancer at 29, she turned her challenges into advocacy, founding Chemotherapy Cold Cappers and working tirelessly to improve care for AYA cancer patients. From testifying for biomarker legislation to mentoring future cancer researchers, Rebecca’s advocacy is creating lasting change. Learn more about Rebecca in this month’s Advocate Spotlight.