Medicaid expansion linked with improved cancer survival in young adults

Story at a glance
  •  Cancer is the fourth leading cause of death among young adults in America. 
  • Young adults are also more likely to lack health insurance.
  • New data show expanding Medicaid under the Affordable Care Act was associated with significant benefits in two-year cancer survival outcomes among young adults. 

Expanded Medicaid coverage under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) is...