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In ASCLS Today, Jesse Day emphasizes that effective advocacy for #MedicalLaboratory professionals begins with fostering understanding and changing perceptions through authentic conversations and personal interactions.

➡ Read here: ascls.org/perception-b...

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September 23, 2026 at 2:59 PM
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Meet Haley Gooch, a night shift Blood Banker and proud “labvocate” raising awareness for Medical Laboratory Science. From criminal justice to microbiology to MLS, she’s now board-certified and bridging gaps in healthcare. #medlab #STEMcareers #womeninstem
June 24, 2025 at 12:02 PM
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Our members are in Washington, DC to meet with Iowa congressional staff about the issues facing the laboratory profession in Iowa including workforce and reimbursement challenges. Labvocate!
October 24, 2023 at 2:30 PM
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UPDATED DATE: Jan 15 @ 1pm ET

Join ASCLS & @ACLAlabs for a FREE webinar on PAMA reform for #MedicalLaborator professionals— now with updates from Congress following ACLA President Susan Van Meter’s Jan 8 testimony.

👉 labucate.org/webinars/89046

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January 8, 2026 at 5:34 PM
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A new episode of the Off the Bench podcast dropped! Doryan and Sophia (of @warblerworks.bsky.social) sit down with ASCLS EVP Jim Flanigan and federal lobbyist Patrick Cooney to unpack the rapidly evolving landscape of federal policy and what it means for the #MedicalLaboratory.

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June 27, 2025 at 4:28 PM
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The September issue of Society News Now is out!

Read about ASCLS provides input on future CLIA regulations, #Labvocate Symposium early registration ends Monday, get insights from DCLS leaders at inaugural symposium, and more!

➡ Read here: ascls.org/society-news...

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September 18, 2026 at 4:57 PM
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Lady Whistledown returns to ASCLS Today to discuss the evolving role of #MedicalLaboratory professionals who, traditionally unseen, are increasingly engaging in advocacy to influence healthcare decisions.

➡ Read here and take the quiz: ascls.org/on-the-curio...

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September 16, 2026 at 7:16 PM
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Your voice can make a difference.

Join #MedicalLaboratory peers at the 2026 #Labvocate Symposium, Oct 12-13 in Alexandria, VA, and virtually.

Learn about the issues affecting our profession, receive advocacy training.

Early bird savings end 9/21: ascls.org/labvocate-sy...

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September 15, 2026 at 3:19 PM
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In ASCLS Today, ASCLS Past President Kyle Riding expresses gratitude to #MedicalLaboratory professionals for their persistent and skilled advocacy efforts to protect high standards, ensure quality patient care and guide regulatory changes.

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September 2, 2026 at 2:49 PM
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Professional advocacy for the #MedicalLaboratory can take on many forms.

Read the August issue of ASCLS Today for articles that explore advocacy at the bench, in the classroom, and as subject matter experts.

➡ Read here: ascls.org/ascls-today/

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July 30, 2026 at 7:06 PM
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The July ASCLS e-newsletter is here!
• Important membership renewal reminder
• Participate in Dept of Labor Collection Program
• Registration open for #Labvocate Symposium, #ELMC2, and the Inaugural #DCLS Symposium
• 2026 #LabJAM highlights
• And more!

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Society News Now - July 2026 - ASCLS
ASCLS Membership Expires July 31 | Share Your Perspectives with the Department of Labor | Registration Open for Fall Events: Labvocate Symposium, Emerging
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July 24, 2026 at 8:13 PM
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In ASCLS Today, Jordan Achenbach highlights the ongoing #MedicalLaboratory workforce shortage, its causes, and its impact on patient care and professionals.

Read about how you can help strengthen the future of the profession.

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June 17, 2026 at 5:11 PM
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The February issue of ASCLS Society News Now was posted today.

✅ PAMA Cuts Delayed but Advocacy for RESULTS Act Continues
✅ ASCLS Awards and Scholarships Deadlines Coming up
✅ ASCLS Volunteer Opportunities
✅ And more!

👉 Read here: ascls.org/society-news...

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Society News Now - February 2026 - ASCLS
PAMA Cuts Delayed but Advocacy for RESULTS Act Continues | Department of Education Draft Regulations Spark Concern Over “Professional” Degree Definitions |
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February 20, 2026 at 8:01 PM
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Read the latest issue of ASCLS Society News Now for important updates on advocacy efforts, upcoming events, awards and scholarship opportunities, and more:

Read here: ascls.org/society-news...

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January 16, 2026 at 8:56 PM
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Last chance to sign up!

Join ASCLS & ACLA this Thurs, Jan 15, @ 1p ET for a free PAMA reform webinar with updates from Congress after Susan Van Meter’s testimony. Earn P.A.C.E. credit.

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#IamASCLS #StopLabCuts #MedicalLaboratory #Lab4Life #Labvocate
January 13, 2026 at 3:52 PM
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Medical laboratories face up to 15% cuts on 700+ tests if PAMA isn’t reformed by Jan 31, 2026.

Join ASCLS & ACLA on Jan 8 @ 1pm ET to learn what’s at stake & how to advocate for the RESULTS Act.

Register: labucate.org/webinars/89046

#StopLabCuts #IamASCLS #Labvocate #Lab4Life
December 23, 2025 at 5:02 PM
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The December issue of ASCLS Society News Now is out! As we wind down the year, read about important news and events happening in January.

Read the issue here: ascls.org/society-news...

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December 19, 2025 at 5:30 PM
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It's been a busy fall for ASCLS members! Read all about it in the November issue of Society News Now:

➡ ASCLS Joins Coalitions to Support Important Legislation
➡ Call for Nominations
➡ Upcoming Events
➡ And more!

Read here: ascls.org/society-news...

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November 21, 2025 at 5:51 PM
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Check out the latest issue of ASCLS Society News Now:

➡ #Labvocate action alerts
➡ Upcoming events
➡ Call for 2026 Joint Annual Meeting Session Proposals
➡ And More

Read here: ascls.org/society-news...

#IamASCLS #LabJAM #Lab4Life
October 17, 2025 at 6:28 PM
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Be a champion for #MedicalLaboratory science.
Leslie Martineau shows how easy it is to get involved in advocacy—from contacting legislators to sharing your story: youtu.be/xrafu1bE2xI

Registration is still open for the #Labvocate Symposium Oct 20-21: ascls.org/labvocate-sy...

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How to Advocate for the Clinical Laboratory Profession | ASCLS Government Affairs Committee
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October 10, 2025 at 4:24 PM
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The annual #Labvocate Symposium is coming up Oct 20-21! Have you listened to the "PAC It Up and Advocate" episode (April 2025) of Off the Bench podcast? What are your thoughts on the episode and political advocacy?

Join the conversation on ASCLS Connect: ascls.connectedcommunity.org/home

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October 6, 2025 at 9:48 PM
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With the annual #Labvocate Symposium coming up Oct 20-21 and ASCLS constituent societies hosting local events, what role does licensure play in our advocacy efforts? Join the conversation on ASCLS Connect.

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September 29, 2025 at 9:39 PM
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The 2025 Labvocate Symposium is your chance to stand up for the profession and make sure Congress hears the #MedicalLaboratory voice loud and clear!

October 20-21 | Alexandria, VA | Virtual

Early Bird discount ends Mon, Sept 29: ascls.org/labvocate-sy...

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September 25, 2025 at 5:34 PM
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This month's issue of ASCLS Society News Now is packed full of information about opportunities to #Labvocate, learn, and connect with #MedicalLaboratory professionals:

Read here: ascls.org/society-news...

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September 19, 2025 at 6:28 PM
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In ASCLS Today, Judy Garic describes her efforts to advocate for #MedicalLaboratory professionals through student outreach, professional engagement, and legislative action.

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#IamASCLS #Labvocate #Lab4Life
September 17, 2025 at 5:05 PM