American Cancer Society - Relay For Life in Braintree

American Cancer Society Action Network Newsletter

Apr 09, 2003

April 2003

This month we're featuring the stories of three volunteers-- all of them Relay For Life Celebration on the Hill Ambassadors, and each of them bringing a different perspective and energy to the fight against cancer. Also, April brings us new developments in both state and federal cancer issues.

At the state level, Phillip Morris is once again proving themselves to be a corporation that will do or say anything to avoid responsibility for the damage their products cause. Read about their latest outrage, and how they're trying to change the blackmail states into helping them.

http://www.cancer.org/docroot/GI/content/GI_3_11x_Changing_the_Rules.asp

On April 8th, over 40 cancer groups, including the American Cancer Society, came together to visit members of Congress and give them a common message-- fully fund cancer research and prevention programs. Read about the One Voice Against Cancer (OVAC) coalition and what we're asking for.

http://www.cancer.org/docroot/GI/content/GI_3_11x_One_Voice_Against_Cancer.asp?sitearea=gi


He's only 9 years old, but he's already making a difference and standing out in a crowd. But, why is Michael Naughton on the cover of a Frosted Flakes cereal box?http://www.cancer.org/docroot/GI/content/GI_3_11x_Michael_Naughton.asp?sitearea=gi


Congress hears from a dedicated cancer survivor, and an outspoken activist. Read about Susan Feeney, who she is, and what she told the U.S. Senate Cancer Committee.

http://www.cancer.org/docroot/GI/content/GI_3_11x_Congress_Listens_to_Cancer_Survivor.asp?sitearea=gi

Montana is a huge state. They only have one Celebration on the Hill Ambassador. But, she's making a huge difference. Read about Colleen Teberg and the power of one dedicated advocate against cancer.
http://www.cancer.org/docroot/GI/content/GI_3_11x_Colleen_Teberg.asp?sitearea=gi



The American Cancer Society is dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by saving lives, diminishing suffering and preventing cancer through research, education, advocacy and service. Founded in 1913 and with national headquarters in Atlanta, the Society has 17 regional Divisions and local offices in 3,400 communities, involving millions of volunteers across the United States. For more information anytime, call toll free 1-800-ACS-2345 or visit www.cancer.org.