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This page collects the 59 public records POLISCOPE has tagged with “Cancer Research”. Coverage spans bills, news coverage, and campaign-finance records - each decoded into plain English and linked to its primary source. It most often overlaps with Healthcare, Health, and Public Health.

Active Bills

State BillGEORGIAJun 17, 2026Georgia House recognizes endometrial cancer as a public health concern and promotes screening awarenessThe Georgia House of Representatives adopted a resolution recognizing endometrial cancer as a significant public health threat and encouraging broader awareness, prevention, screening, and treatment aState BillLOUISIANAJun 8, 2026Louisiana Expands Rare Cancer Advisory Board to 17 Members and Adds Public Reporting DeadlinesState BillCONNECTICUTApr 9, 2026Connecticut establishes 28-member advisory council on CAR T-cell and gene therapies for cancerState BillMISSOURIJan 15, 2026Missouri requires health plans to cover cancer-related genetic testing and counseling without cost-sharingState BillMISSOURIJan 8, 2026Missouri requires p53 protein testing on abnormal uterine tissue samples under 'Cindi's Law'

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  1. Yesterday1 item
    1. American College of Surgeons expert urges lung cancer screening for eligible adults to reduce mortalityEarly cancer screenings can reduce the risk of dying from the disease by 20%, but many eligible Americans fail to get tested, resulting in tens of thousands of preventable deaths annually. Guidelines Los Angeles County
  2. Fri, Oct 232 items
    1. Hundreds of runners wear purple briefs in Johannesburg to spotlight prostate cancerHundreds of runners participated in the Hollard Daredevil Race in Johannesburg on Friday, wearing purple briefs to raise awareness for prostate cancer. Organizers and researchers highlighted low publiMiami-Dade County2 reports
    2. Runners in Johannesburg wear purple briefs for annual Hollard Daredevil Race to raise prostate cancer awarenessMiami-Dade County
  3. Fri, Sep 111 item
    1. Florida International University researcher Deborah Goldwasser studies mathematical models for lung cancer screening timingFlorida International University math professor and researcher Deborah Goldwasser is conducting research to identify the mathematical tipping point between curable and terminal lung cancer. Her work aMiami-Dade County
  4. Mon, Aug 311 item
    1. Governor DeSantis awards $60 million for cancer research innovationGovernor Ron DeSantis announced $60 million in state funding for cancer research innovation projects. The awards are intended to support the state's efforts in combating deadly diseases.Miami-Dade County
  5. Fri, Aug 281 item
    1. Study identifies association between lower early-life sugar intake and reduced long-term cancer riskA study published in PNAS indicates that individuals who consumed less sugar during their first 1,000 days of life show lower risks of developing liver, breast, and prostate cancers as adults. The resHillsborough County
  6. Fri, Aug 211 item
    1. Governor DeSantis awards $60 million for cancer research and opens $70 million grant cycleGovernor Ron DeSantis announced the distribution of $60 million in cancer research awards for the 2025-26 fiscal year and opened a new application cycle for $70 million in funding for the 2026-27 fiscHillsborough County
  7. Thu, Aug 201 item
    1. Governor DeSantis awards $60 million for cancer research and opens $70 million in new grant fundingGovernor Ron DeSantis awarded $60 million in cancer research grants for the 2025-26 fiscal year and opened a new application cycle for $70 million in funding for the 2026-27 fiscal year. These funds aHillsborough County

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LobbyingCALACCESS COUNTYJun 20, 2026
Lobbying Disclosure: John Wayne Cancer Institute

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Key Actors

  1. 01Riyaad Krielperson3 mentions
  2. 02Johannesburglocation3 mentions
  3. 03Free Statelocation3 mentions
  4. 04Andrew Oberholzerperson3 mentions
  5. 05Merckorganization3 mentions
  6. 06Limpopolocation3 mentions
  7. 07Modernaorganization3 mentions
  8. 08Prostate Cancer Foundationorganization3 mentions
  9. 09South Africalocation3 mentions
  10. 10Florida International Universityorganization3 mentions

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  • Topic to billsGeorgia House recognizes endometrial cancer as a public health concern and promotes screening awareness, Louisiana Expands Rare Cancer Advisory Board to 17 Members and Adds Public Reporting Deadlines, Connecticut establishes 28-member advisory council on CAR T-cell and gene therapies for cancer (+2 more)
  • Topic to peopleRiyaad Kriel, Andrew Oberholzer
  • Topic to orgsMerck, Moderna, Prostate Cancer Foundation (+1 more)
  • Topic to financeLobbying Disclosure: John Wayne Cancer Institute
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  1. Oct 25, 2026NewsAmerican College of Surgeons expert urges lung cancer screening for eligible adults to reduce mortality
  2. Oct 23, 2026NewsRunners in Johannesburg wear purple briefs for annual Hollard Daredevil Race to raise prostate cancer awareness
  3. Oct 23, 2026NewsHundreds of runners wear purple briefs in Johannesburg to spotlight prostate cancer
  4. Oct 23, 2026NewsHundreds of runners wear purple briefs in Johannesburg to spotlight prostate cancer
  5. Sep 11, 2026NewsFlorida International University researcher Deborah Goldwasser studies mathematical models for lung cancer screening timing
  6. Aug 31, 2026NewsGovernor DeSantis awards $60 million for cancer research innovation
  7. Aug 28, 2026NewsStudy identifies association between lower early-life sugar intake and reduced long-term cancer risk
  8. Aug 21, 2026NewsGovernor DeSantis awards $60 million for cancer research and opens $70 million grant cycle
  9. Aug 20, 2026NewsGovernor DeSantis awards $60 million for cancer research and opens $70 million in new grant funding
  10. Aug 19, 2026NewsModerna and Merck report successful late-stage trial for personalized mRNA melanoma vaccine

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