OVAC

One Voice Against Cancer: a coalition of national non-profits delivering a unified message to Congress & the WH on the need for increased cancer-related funding

[OVAC @OVACInfo]

Today’s the day! With #OneVoice, OVAC members, volunteers & advocates are standing together to urge Congress to strengthen federal investments in #CancerResearch & #CancerPrevention:
🪙$51.3B for @NIH
🪙$7.99B for @theNCI
🪙$482.9M for @CDC_Cancer
🪙$1.5B for @ARPA_H

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#FY27 appropriations negotiations are here & lives are on the line. Funding @NIH, @theNCI & @CDC_Cancer fuels the research, prevention & early detection programs Americans rely on. OVAC urges Congress to act: Cancer won’t wait, and neither can investment.

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“One step at a time.”

This #NationalCancerSurvivorMonth, Pamela’s story reflects the strength, resilience & hope of millions living with & beyond cancer.

We honor survivors & continue fighting for funding to power better treatments & brighter futures.💛https://t.co/5F36VYOagn

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Longer days, stronger sun—& a higher risk we can’t ignore.☀️This #MelanomaAndSkinCancerAwarenessMonth, we’re highlighting the lifesaving work of OVAC member @AADskin, helping people protect their skin & catch cancer early. https://t.co/MpEPMDuSUc

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30 years ago, the outlook for cancer patients looked very different. Thanks to organizations like @CancerResrch, the death rate has decreased 34%.🩺That’s millions of lives saved & proof of what sustained research & advocacy can do. Let’s keep going. #NationalCancerResearchMonth

[OVAC @OVACInfo]

This #MemorialDay, we honor those who gave everything to our country—& the families who carry their legacy forward. Building a better future is a mission all Americans share & supporting #CancerResearch helps save lives. Let’s keep pushing for breakthroughs that matter.

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Before his honeymoon, Rich heard the words no 24YO expects: a brain tumor. 20 years later, he’s still navigating its impact, while showing up for his family & others. This #BrainCancerAwarenessMonth, OVAC stands w/@NBTStweets to drive #CancerResearch.

https://t.co/Amzxthmudi

[Association of American Cancer Institutes @AACI_Cancer]

Thanks, @OVACInfo, for giving AACI Executive Director Jennifer W. Pegher a platform to share highlights from last week's joint #HillDay with @AACR! Read more on LinkedIn: https://t.co/4lzgbGkpqu #UnitedByCancerResearch #BetterTogether #FundNIH #FundNCI

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Summer plans are important, but so is your health. As you book your trips & time off, don’t forget to book regular cancer screenings like mammograms & colonoscopies. A little planning now can make a big difference later.

✅Learn more: https://t.co/DxFmCPhJlX

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When Eva was diagnosed with bladder cancer, everything changed. Through treatment & uncertainty, she faced it with strength—with her daughter Emily by her side. This #BladderCancerAwarenessMonth, we’re sharing their story & the support of @BladderCancerUS https://t.co/zDuRkIx65J

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As we enjoy the sunshine, remember—skin protection matters.☀️1 in 5 Americans will develop skin cancer by age 70, yet up to 90% are preventable! @CDC_Cancer, funded by Congress, supports sun safety education & early detection that save lives. https://t.co/O5q2TcRa5Z

[OVAC @OVACInfo]

Every breakthrough starts with a budget decision. As appropriations negotiations continue, protecting #CancerResearch & prevention program funding for @NIH, @theNCI & @CDC_Cancer means protecting lives—today & for generations to come. Congress, we can’t afford to fall behind.

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#StateOfCancer: Connecticut!

From 2018-22, CT saw higher cancer incidence than the U.S. overall: 477 vs 449 cases per 100K. Research, driven by sustained funding & support, is key to lowering numbers & improving outcomes for patients across the state.

https://t.co/p5K71iy8TU

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Today on #StateOfCancer: New York.🗽More than 118,000 New Yorkers are diagnosed with cancer each year. That’s why OVAC fights for strong federal investments in @NIH, @theNCI & @CDC_Cancer to drive #CancerResearch, prevention & better outcomes nationwide. @NYSDOH

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Cancer is still the nation’s #2 killer, but progress is real. Thanks to decades of research, cancer death rates are down 33% since 1991, preventing 4.1M deaths. Today, 2 in 3 patients live at least 5 years after diagnosis. Together, we’re changing what a cancer diagnosis means.❤️‍🩹

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Cancer research is smart science AND smart economics. 📊🚀@NIH funding supports researchers at 2,700+ universities, hospitals & small businesses nationwide. Every $1 invested returns $2.57 in economic activity—fueling innovation, jobs & hope.

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Every discovery starts somewhere—often with a first-time awardee.💡 Funding new grants isn't just numbers. It’s real people, real ideas & real hope for patients waiting on the next cure. See how @theNCI-supported projects are advancing #CancerResearch. https://t.co/dxXv0l3QWi

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Happy #EarthDay! Today, we’re reminded that healthy environments mean healthy communities.🌎💚Environmental factors shape cancer risk—& with 2 in 5 Americans expected to face a diagnosis, prevention matters. Strong public health programs help protect people AND the planet.

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Esophageal cancer is often diagnosed late because early symptoms are easy to miss. This #EsophagealCancerAwarenessMonth, learn the warning signs:
❗Trouble swallowing
❗Chronic heartburn
❗Unexplained weight loss

Early detection saves lives. 💙
https://t.co/JagGK58KjJ

[OVAC @OVACInfo]

Breakthroughs don’t happen by accident. They happen because we invest in them.
Cut funding➡️slow progress📉
Fund research➡️save lives🩵
The choice is clear!

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Rural communities are losing too many loved ones to cancer.💔High death rates aren’t inevitable—they reflect gaps in screening, care & prevention. That’s why Congress must protect #CancerResearch & prevention funding so every family has a fighting chance. https://t.co/UPpiTn6gJc