My Advocacy Work
A nationally recognized advocate in the fight against cancer, Danny has addressed members of Congress four times, helping secure over $10 billion in funding for cancer research and prevention. His work has earned him a reputation as a leader in the cancer community, inspiring hope and action nationwide.
Key Advocacy Contributions:
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Advocacy for Increased Funding: On behalf of the American Cancer Society, championed annual funding increases for NIH, NCI, and CDC-run cancer prevention programs, resulting in tens of billions in additional support for life-saving research and prevention.
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Henrietta Lacks Enhancing Cancer Research Act (2021): Supported the enactment of this law to address barriers to participation in federally funded cancer clinical trials among underrepresented populations.
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Palliative Care and Hospice Education and Training Act (2020): Advocated for H.R. 647 to improve training for healthcare professionals in palliative and hospice care.
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Removing Barriers to Colorectal Cancer Screening Act (2020): Supported H.R. 1570, eliminating Medicare cost-sharing requirements for colorectal cancer screenings.
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Medicare Early Cancer Detection Coverage Act: Advocated for MCED to ensure Medicare covers multi-cancer early detection tests.
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Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Screening for High-Risk Men: Promoted initiatives to enhance PSA screening access for men at high risk of prostate cancer.
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