The American Cancer Society supported five bills aimed at cancer prevention and treatment in 2025, but only one passed. Lawmakers and advocates say they expect to see many of them resurface this year. But midterm politics and federal funding cuts could add to the challenges of getting them through the legislative process on time.
Screening tests, proposed policies and personal advocacy all help move the needle in the fight against Iowa’s high cancer rates
The proposal backed would restrict vape sales in the state and, opponents say, leave Big Tobacco stronger.
Former Gazette columnist Shirley Ruedy’s new book, “Finally a Manual on How to Handle Cancer,” addresses cancer on an emotional level.
Rep. Joel Fry described the newly passed bill as part of the House GOP package to increase child care access and affordability, building off bills approved last year.
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