From funding research grants to minimizing the barriers to clinical trials, the decisions made in Washington, D.C., directly influence the rate of progress in the war against cancer. Issues regarding health and science are becoming increasingly complex, and competition for limited resources is steadily increasing. These times require that cancer researchers become more actively involved in the policy-making process and take time to educate the public about the exciting progress occuring in the fight against cancer.
-
Tips to facilitate communication with your Member of Congress and his or her staff
-
Suggestions for writing opinion pieces and getting them published
-
Links to the websites of congressional leaders and committees that have jurisdiction over health care and cancer research policy issues
-
Links and information to agencies that carry out vital cancer research programs
-
A timeline of the annual appropriations and budget process as well as suggestions for the best time to take action to affect decisions
-
The most recent call for action relating to issues in the current session of Congress
-
Timely legislative topics and letters that AACR members can use to reach out any time to build and maintain strong relationships with legislators and their staffs