Edwards Unveils National Strategy On Cancer Survivorship At Livestrong Presidential Cancer Forum
Aug 27, 2007 1:50 PM

Comprehensive Plan Includes Support for Families, Investments in Research, Reducing Risk Factors and Closing Health Disparities with Universal Health Coverage

Cedar Rapids, Iowa – At today's LIVESTRONG Presidential Cancer Forum sponsored by cancer survivor and seven-time Tour de France winner Lance Armstrong, Senator John Edwards announced his aggressive blueprint for a National Strategy for Cancer Survivorship and underscored America's need for universal healthcare.

"Thirty-six years ago, America declared 'war on cancer,'" Edwards said. "While great progress has been made, too many Americans are still dying from cancer. We need an aggressive and coordinated strategy that will ensure that Americans are diagnosed earlier and receive the highest quality of care. I want any man or woman who faces this diagnosis to have access to the same high-quality care that Elizabeth has received."

Edwards' National Strategy for Cancer Survivorship starts with his plan for true universal health care -- the first and only offered by any candidate -- including guaranteed coverage for screenings and treatment. New initiatives include more testing and reporting of common chemicals that may be increasing Americans' cancer risks; expanded NIH cancer research funding; and a national research program to study environmental risk factors.

For more information about John Edwards' plans for a National Strategy for Cancer Survivorship and to guarantee universal health care to every American, please visit www.JohnEdwards.com/Iowa.

In July, Edwards and Armstrong rode together as part of the Register's Annual Great Bicycle Ride Across Iowa (RAGBRAI).

-Team Edwards