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This is for people who live in New York only. If you live elsewhere but know someone living in New York, forward this to them and ask them to do it for you!
It is time sensitive - the NYS legislature closes for the Summer on June 12. We need this done ASAP!
As advocates for equitable care, we must ensure that every New Yorker diagnosed with glioblastoma (GBM) can access the life-extending benefits of Optune, regardless of income. Optune (Tumor Treating Fields) is FDA-approved and NCCN-recommended for GBM, but without a Medicaid mandate, low-income patients in New York remain unable to receive this proven therapy. In December 2024, the NYS Department of Health’s review committee voted to approve Optune coverage under Medicaid, yet implementation is stalled by budget concerns. S 6736A (for your senator) and A 6935A (for your assemblymember) will require Medicaid FFS to cover Optune effective April 1, 2026.
We need you to log on, complete the official online contact forms for your state senator and assemblymember, and ask them to vote “Yes” on S 6736A / A 6935A before the session adjourns on June 12, 2025. This is the fastest and most direct way to let your legislators know that New Yorkers demand equitable access to Optune. If you are able, please also share this call to action with friends and family across New York so they can submit their own letters—every message counts.
Click HERE for details on how to contanct your representatives!