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WASHINGTON - US Oncology honored U.S. Rep. John Spratt (D-SC) today for his ongoing committment to the war on cancer. The organization lauded Spratt for working to protect community-based cancer care in South Carolina. Spratt was one of 25 award recipients nationwide. Here is the news release from US Oncology:
Congressman John Spratt Receives 2005 "US Oncology Medal of Honor" Award for His Ongoing Commitment to the War on Cancer Washington, D.C. (November 15, 2005) - Today US Oncology presented Congressman John Spratt (D-SC) with the 2005 US Oncology Medal of Honor Award, sponsored by US Oncology, for his leadership and continued support of the War on Cancer. Every day, millions of Americans across the country are treated for cancer, and nearly 85 percent of them receive care in community-based settings. “I am honored by this award, and I will keep doing my level best for community cancer centers in South Carolina,” Spratt said. "Representative Spratt has long been a strong advocate for community cancer care. His support and leadership have been vital to the tremendous strides we have realized in ensuring that cancer patients in South Carolina and nationwide have access to high-quality community-based care. For that reason, we are delighted to present him with our Medal of Honor Award, which recognizes Congressman Spratt as a true leader in America's War on Cancer," said Lloyd K. Everson, M.D., Vice Chairman of US Oncology. "The efforts of award recipients on behalf of community-based cancer care make a real difference in the lives of all patients with cancer." Everson added that with each year, cancer patients and caregivers alike continue to face enormous challenges. Throughout the US Oncology network, physicians, nurses, researchers, and other cancer care specialists strive to ensure that patients have access to and receive the highest quality of care available. The Medal of Honor award is given annually by US Oncology to elected officials including Administration officials, US Senators, and Members of Congress whose efforts in the War on Cancer have been extraordinary supportive of America's community-based cancer care delivery system and the patients and families it serves. US Oncology is the nation's leading healthcare services network dedicated exclusively to cancer treatment and research. US Oncology is affiliated with over 900 physicians practicing in approximately 460 locations, including 85 outpatient cancer centers in 32 states.
Rep. Spratt receives the Medal of Honor from Eric Berger of US Oncology # # #
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