Legal & Practical Issues for the Cancer Community

What is National Health Care Rights Day? Your right to health care includes health insurance coverage, workplace rights, reasonable accommodations, and more!

11 Mar Health Care Rights Day: Know Your Rights, Protect Your Future

Posted at 08:00h in Advocacy by Triage Cancer

What is National Health Care Rights Day? Triage Cancer founded National Health Care Rights Day on March 22 to raise awareness about the importance of understanding and accessing your health care rights—especially for individuals facing chronic or serious medical conditions. Our goal is to ensure that...

25 Feb HealthWell Foundation: Bridging the Financial Gap for Cancer Patients’ Behavioral Health Needs

Posted at 13:03h in Partners by Triage Cancer

February 25, 2025 Triage Cancer is proud to collaborate with organizations serving individuals diagnosed with cancer and caregivers. This blog post is from our organizational partner, HealthWell Foundation. HealthWell Foundation: Bridging the Financial Gap for Cancer Patients' Behavioral Health Needs For many cancer patients, managing the physical toll of treatment is...

A person holding cash to pay for medicare and irmaa after answering the questions: What is irmaa? What will I pay for Medicare in 2025?

18 Feb Medicare & IRMAA: Do You Know if it Applies to You?

Posted at 08:00h in Medicare by Triage Cancer

Do you have Medicare? Do you know if IRMAA applies to you? Do you know if it will make Medicare cost more for you? Medicare coverage is broken up into different parts. Part A covers your care when you are hospitalized. Part B coverage includes out-patient...

The new president and new congress prompt cancer advocacy, as people learn how to advocate for people with cancer

11 Feb How to Advocate for the Cancer Community

Posted at 08:00h in Advocacy by Triage Cancer

With a new President and new Congress taking office, there may be big changes coming to our health care policies. If you’re passionate about cancer advocacy, or if you’re worried about how these changes could affect you or a loved one, you may be wondering...

The latest news that affects the cancer community: medical debt laws, PACT Act expansion, the Michigan Earned Sick Time Act, and more!

05 Feb Cancer News You Need: New State Laws on Paid Leave, Medical Debt, Medicaid, and more.

Posted at 13:10h in Federal/State News and Updates by Triage Cancer

This blog covers the latest news you need about new federal and state legislation, laws, and programs that may impact the cancer community. This month we have information on paid leave, Medicaid, medical debt, Veterans Affairs benefits, and more. National Updates U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA...

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30 Jan Navigating Cancer as a Young Adult

Posted at 08:00h in Cancer-Related Legal Issues by Triage Cancer

If you’re a visual learner, we invite you to explore our library of animated videos and webinars, created to address the unique concerns of young adults with cancer. Some of our most popular topics include: Navigating Young Adult Cancer-Related Legal Issues : Learn about your legal...

28 Jan Triage Cancer: Celebrating a Milestone Year in 2024

Posted at 08:00h in Practical Tips by Triage Cancer

At Triage Cancer, 2024 has been our most impactful year yet! For 13 years, we have dedicated ourselves to serving the cancer community by offering vital education and resources on the legal and practical challenges that often accompany a cancer diagnosis. From navigating health insurance...

Father and son affected by southern California fires look for steps and What to do after a wildfire evacuation

13 Jan Resources for Those Affected by the Southern California Wildfires

Posted at 14:31h in Practical Tips by Triage Cancer

Our heart is with those in the Southern California area who have been and still are being affected by the California wildfires. And, our gratitude is with the firefighters and first responders who are working to keep people, their homes, and their business safe. We are sharing...

Person holds Revlimid pills that may not be covered by Medicare or Medicare Advantage plan

02 Dec Time-Sensitive Information for People with Medicare Who Take Revlimid

Posted at 13:22h in Medicare by Triage Cancer

December 2, 2024 People across the U.S. are experiencing significant difficulty finding Medicare Part D plans that include Revlimid on their 2025 formularies. The formulary is the list of drugs that are covered by a plan. This may be a problem not only if you’re searching...