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* From a gubernatorial proclamation declaring Breast Cancer Awareness month and Mammography Day…

Did you notice the lower numbers for FY 2016? So did Heather Eagleton, Illinois government relations director for the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network…

“It’s good to see Governor Rauner taking time to remember breast cancer patients and survivors with his proclamation highlighting Breast Cancer Awareness Month. But what would actually improve outcomes for the 10,000 Illinois women expected to be diagnosed with breast cancer this this year would be if the governor prioritized funding for the Illinois Breast and Cervical Cancer Program (IBCCP).

“As the governor noted in his proclamation, IBCCP served 19,944 women with free breast and cervical cancer screenings in fiscal year 2015. But more than 75,000 Illinois women still lack access to health-care coverage and are eligible for screenings through the program. And if the governor’s originally proposed 70-percent funding cut and elimination of Medicaid eligibility goes into effect, even fewer women will receive life-saving cancer treatment and screenings.

“State budget inaction has already forced many IBCCP agencies to reduce services, staff and hours of operation. Some agencies have moved to a ‘priority’ status, only referring women who have already had an abnormal screening result. Because of that, women who may have cancer and are not yet aware are currently on a waiting list, while this cancer continues to grow.

“If Governor Rauner wants to help fight breast cancer, fully funding IBCCP should be at the top of his priorities. Breast cancer is the second-leading cause of death among women today, and early detection is critical to identifying and surviving the disease. A proclamation helps raise awareness, but it does not provide necessary screening and treatment. We urge Governor Rauner to take action and fund this program.”

posted by Rich Miller
Tuesday, Oct 6, 15 @ 12:09 pm

Comments

So the governor is celebrating cutting screenings by a third? The screenings that save lives?

Can’t make this stuff up.

Comment by Wordslinger Tuesday, Oct 6, 15 @ 12:13 pm
“@RonSandack: I’m frustrated 2, but taking steps towards reforming IL more important than short term budget stalemate.”

Comment by Oswego Willy Tuesday, Oct 6, 15 @ 12:16 pm
Her last paragraph says it all, Bruce. Read it and think of someone other than yourself and the Turnaround Agenda of breaking unions.

Comment by Big Joe Tuesday, Oct 6, 15 @ 12:19 pm
Wordlslinger:

I think I would say bragged about slashing breast cancer funding.

Comment by Juvenal Tuesday, Oct 6, 15 @ 12:22 pm
It would be funny if lives weren’t on the line. But since they are probably the lives of working class or poor people, the governor doesn’t consider them.

Comment by Precinct Captain Tuesday, Oct 6, 15 @ 12:22 pm
On the other hand, each patient is more than able to sign up for free motorcycle training classes. So they have that going for them.

Comment by How Ironic Tuesday, Oct 6, 15 @ 12:24 pm
Here is an organization that puts the blame where it belongs: On the governor. Thank you for your honesty. More like this, please.

Comment by Reality Check Tuesday, Oct 6, 15 @ 12:26 pm
Okay, Raunerbots, I’m anxiously awaiting what defense you have for this!

Comment by Anonymous Tuesday, Oct 6, 15 @ 12:29 pm
I’m sure the Trib editorial and news pages will give this big coverage. /snark

Comment by Keyrock Tuesday, Oct 6, 15 @ 12:42 pm
Rauner says one thing, and does the opposite, believing that you are very unintelligent.

Comment by VanillaMan Tuesday, Oct 6, 15 @ 1:24 pm
No mention of Madigan. Looks like ideology is more important than actually doing anything about it. Hypocrisy is the backbone of liberalism.

Comment by DonaldTrump Tuesday, Oct 6, 15 @ 3:36 pm
@DonaldTrump:

I hope you are all right, as you await your whaaaaaammmbulance. Remember, Rauner is the Gov. He’s responsible. These are his choices. He wears the jacket.

Comment by How Ironic Tuesday, Oct 6, 15 @ 4:01 pm
=I hope you are all right, as you await your whaaaaaammmbulance. Remember, Rauner is the Gov. He’s responsible. These are his choices. He wears the jacket.
=
Clearly you care more about ideology. Your hypocrisy is obviously a war on woman. Don’t be a mysoginist hater.

Comment by DonaldTrump Tuesday, Oct 6, 15 @ 4:06 pm
– Don’t be a mysoginist (sic) hater.–

As opposed to what, a lover of misogyny?

Comment by Wordslinger Tuesday, Oct 6, 15 @ 4:21 pm
@DonaldTrump,

I sure wish I could work for you. Apparently just having a title (Gov) requires absolutely no responsibility, or effort, and will consistently get a pass regardless of how much one actually doesn’t do while in office.

Rauner made the cuts. Rauner is the Gov. Rauner is celebrating his cuts in women’s health services.

But go ahead and keep trying to blame Madigan.

Comment by How Ironic Tuesday, Oct 6, 15 @ 4:41 pm