Hawaii Removes Barriers to Colon Cancer Care | Honolulu News

Hawaii just took a major step toward saving lives by eliminating financial roadblocks for colorectal cancer screenings and treatment—thanks to Governor Josh Green signing House Bill 1969. This law ensures no deductibles or copays for follow-up colonoscopies, making care faster and more accessible. Championed by Rep. Cory Chun, who’s fought for this for 14 years after losing his uncle to late-stage cancer, the move targets Hawaii’s alarming rates—over 800 diagnoses and 250 deaths annually—with cases increasingly appearing in younger adults. The law kicks in January 2027, giving insurers time to adjust, while Hawaii also expands support for fertility preservation and medical debt relief, showing a bold, compassionate push to transform healthcare access for all. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/d126c623ec420418