The United States will be feeling the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic for years. But, some of the pandemic’s financial effects make more sense than others: the average FICO score has risen from 703 to 711, but complaints to the Consumer Finance Protection Bureau...
In today's guest post, we learn more about resources to support caregivers. *** “You aren’t alone.” “Ask for help.” If you identify as a caregiver for a friend or relative with a chronic or other health condition, disability, or functional limitation, you have probably heard or come to realize...
Earlier in the month, President Biden signed the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, to address many of the challenges caused by the pandemic. There are also a number of other things happening at the federal and state level that may have an impact on...
Cancer-related fatigue is the most prevalent symptom of cancer patients at diagnosis, during treatment, and potentially for years post-treatment. Let’s understand more about what it is and why you should be discussing it with your care team. What is Cancer-Related Fatigue? The National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN)...
Extremely high medical bills are a huge problem in the United States, particularly for the cancer community. That’s why we are proud to announce our partnership with Upsolve, a free bankruptcy tool. Most people don’t realize that normally, filing for bankruptcy actually costs money. Bankruptcy is...
Here is some news from our partners at Vogelzang Law about Mesothelioma and why it may be helpful to seek legal assistance once diagnosed with Mesothelioma. Mesothelioma is a rare and aggressive form of cancer that affects the protective lining (mesothelium) of the lungs, chest, heart,...
Have you ever felt pressured to pay for a medical service right after treatment, or to take out a loan or credit card to pay for a medical service? As the cost of health care rises (up 4.6% in 2019, according to CMS), hospitals are increasingly...
Practical Guide to Cancer Rights and Legal & Financial Navigation Program Navigating the legal and practical issues that may arise following a cancer diagnosis can be confusing. Triage Cancer is always developing new ways to provide information and educational resources to individuals diagnosed with cancer, caregivers,...
You don’t need a lot of money or property to benefit from estate planning. In fact, all adults should have an estate plan. Having a plan in place helps you to express your values and preferences, regardless of the monetary value of what you leave behind....
Two out of three individuals diagnosed with cancer report a change in their employment as they work through treatment and beyond. Add in the COVID-19 pandemic, and many in the cancer community have employment-related questions. When you need medical leave from work to care for...