For the
past 2 years, ASCO members and others who have looked to ASCO for
insight on policy issues have turned to theASCO in Action section
of the Society's website for up-to-date information. Now, ASCO has
launched a whole new website devoted entirely to policy issues and
ASCO's specific efforts to represent the best interests of
oncologists and their patients. TheASCO in Action website was
launched in September as a one-stop source for cancer policy news
and information for ASCO members and other oncology professionals.
From legislative and regulatory developments impacting
reimbursement, cancer research funding, access to care, and cancer
care quality,ASCO in Action provides up-to-date information and
resources about the issues impacting oncology practice and patient
care.
"As policymakers work to
address myriad issues facing our nation's health-care system, ASCO
is tracking, monitoring, and responding to federal level
initiatives to protect access to care," saidAllen S. Lichter, MD,
ASCO's Chief Executive Officer. "The newASCO in Actionis designed
to help our members and others stay abreast of important cancer
policy matters and offers an easy way to become an advocate on the
critical issues that impact practice."
Information and
Feedback
ASCO in Actionpresents
at-a-glance as well as in-depth information on a variety of
important topics including federal funding for research; Medicare
and Medicaid reimbursement, rulemaking, and coverage issues;
quality-of-care initiatives; and more.
In addition,ASCO in
Actionincorporates member polling to provide ASCO with a timely
snapshot of members' opinions. Dr. Lichter explains, "No one knows
more about cancer care and delivery than ASCO members. Developing
policy positions that best represent the profession requires direct
input and feedback from our members."
Other new features on the
site include:
- Improved content organization, navigation, and search
capability
- Comprehensive links to related content
- Illustrative photos, graphics, and videos
- One-click accessibility to the ASCO ACT Network-ASCO's
grassroots action center
Visit the newASCO in
Actionwebsite at ascoaction.asco.org. Visitors are encouraged to
sign up forASCO in Action's RSS feed to stay abreast of current
issues and policy news. ■
