Ovarian Cancer National Alliance

The Council of the District of Columbia is the legislative branch of the district government. The council approves the district's annual budget and financial plan and sets the revenue required to fund the budget. It oversees the programs and operations of government agencies, determines land use and appoints members to certain boards and commissions. In addition, council committees issue analytical reports on the effectiveness of government operations and make recommendations for reform. The council is composed of 13 members with one representative elected from each of the eight wards and five members, including the chairman, elected at large. Members conduct their work through standing committees and special committees established as needed.

The American Action Network is a Washington, DC-based organization dedicated to reducing health disparities and improving access to healthcare. They work to increase access to health insurance, remove hurdles to cancer care, and advocate for increased funding for cancer research and prevention programs. Through their initiatives, such as the Survivor Views Black Volunteer Caucus and LGBTQ and Allies Engagement Group, they aim to address the specific needs of diverse communities. The organization also focuses on promoting healthy eating and active living, pain relief, tobacco control, and access to biomarker testing. The American Action Network collaborates with volunteers to pass legislation and advance policy changes at all levels of government to save more lives from cancer. They urge Congress to pass bills that increase funding for cancer research and prevention programs, eliminate out-of-pocket costs for prostate cancer screenings, and create a pathway for Medicare to cover multi-cancer early detection tests. By prioritizing cancer prevention and research, they aim to end cancer as we know it and improve the quality of life for individuals affected by the disease.Generated from the website