Jul 12, 2023 | In the Media, Press Release, Scientific Advisory Board
CAGLA’s Scientific Advisory Board (SAB) is comprised of some of the top healthcare providers from across Louisiana. Our SAB members provide strategic guidance and direction for our CAGLA state legislative initiatives and for our annual NeauxCancer Oncology Conference....
Jul 7, 2023 | Bill, HB 578, In the Media, Legislation
People in Louisiana who want to stop smoking will be able to take advantage of a six-month smoking cessation treatment provided by health insurers beginning August 1 – under a new law signed by Governor John Bel Edwards. Cancer Advocacy Group Executive Director Chad...
Jul 3, 2023 | Bill, HB 578, In the Media, Legislation, Trustees
Louisiana residents looking to quit smoking will now get six months of treatment if they’re covered by health insurance under a new law signed by Gov. John Bel Edwards. Introduced by state Rep. Cedric Glover, D-Shreveport, House Bill 578 requires any health care plan...
Jun 28, 2023 | Bill, Legislation, SB 200, Scientific Advisory Board
LSU Neuroendocrine Cancer Program Director, Dr. Mary Maluccio, recently testified before the State Labor committee with Senator Duplessis in favor of SB 200 to protect employee rights to cancer screening. The bill is now headed to the Senate floor for a vote....
May 12, 2023 | Bill, In the Media, Legislation, Trustees
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