Legal & Practical Issues for the Cancer Community

11 Nov 5 Simple Steps Families Can Take After a Cancer Diagnosis

Posted at 10:00h in Partners by jo@triagecancer.org

November 11, 2025 ~ Triage Cancer is proud to collaborate with individuals and organizations serving individuals diagnosed with cancer and caregivers. This blog post is written by Erin Galyean, Founder of The Empowered Advocate Community: When someone we care about is told, “You have cancer,” their...

04 Nov Cancer News You Need: Changes to Fertility Preservation, Paid Leave, Medical Debt Relief, & More

Posted at 09:00h in Federal/State News and Updates by jo@triagecancer.org

November 4, 2025 ~This blog covers the latest news you need about federal and state legislation, laws, policies, and programs that may impact the cancer community. This month we have information about fertility preservation, improvement to health care access and affordability, state paid leave programs,...

28 Oct How Vocational Rehabilitation Can Help You Work After a Cancer Diagnosis

Posted at 10:00h in Employment, Finances by jo@triagecancer.org

October 28, 2025 ~ Being diagnosed with cancer often changes many parts of life - including work. You may wonder if you can keep working during treatment, return to your job afterward, or shift to something new that better fits your needs. If you’re asking these...

21 Oct Finding Calm in Uncertainty: Practical Coping Tools for Patients, Caregivers, Advocates & Professionals

Posted at 08:00h in Health Insurance, Practical Tips by jo@triagecancer.org

October 21, 2025 ~ Living with a serious medical condition—or supporting someone who is—often means navigating constant change. Below are simple, evidence-informed ways to find calm, reduce overwhelm, and stay grounded, drawn from a conversation with licensed clinical social worker Julie Larson and Triage Cancer’s...

14 Oct Reverse Mortgages as a Financial Tool After a Cancer Diagnosis

Posted at 08:00h in Finances by jo@triagecancer.org

October 14, 2025 ~ A cancer diagnosis often brings more than just medical and emotional challenges—it can also strain your finances. Between treatment costs, time away from work, and shifting priorities, you may find yourself exploring all possible financial options to ease the burden. One...

07 Oct Worried About Affording a Marketplace Health Plan in 2026? Tips for Shopping Smart During Open Enrollment

Posted at 10:00h in Health Insurance by jo@triagecancer.org

October 7, 2025 ~ Open Enrollment for Marketplace health insurance plans starts November 1, 2025. These plans – also known as Affordable Care Act (ACA) plans – are available at HealthCare.gov or through your state’s Health Insurance Marketplace. With rising health care costs, you may be...

Learn the difference between self-funded and fully insured health plans, how it affects your rights, and what to ask your employer.

30 Sep Understanding Health Insurance: What’s the Difference Between Self-Insured and Insured Employer Plans?

Posted at 08:00h in Health Insurance by Triage Cancer

September 30, 2025 ~ Do you get your health insurance through an employer? If so, it’s important to understand what type of plan you have—a self-insured or insured plan—because it can impact your coverage, your rights, and your ability to appeal decisions. Many people are familiar with...

23 Sep The Power of Education and Peer Support at Pink Ribbon Good

Posted at 08:00h in Partners by Triage Cancer

September 23, 2025 ~ Triage Cancer is proud to collaborate with organizations serving individuals diagnosed with cancer and caregivers. This blog post is from our organizational partner, Pink Ribbon Good. Education That Empowers At Pink Ribbon Good (PRG), we believe that everyone facing breast or gynecological cancer...

Wanting to enroll in Medicare Part B after turning 65, but still have employer health insurance? You may qualify for a Special Enrollment Period (SEP).

16 Sep How to Enroll in Medicare Part B After You Turn 65

Posted at 08:00h in Medicare by Triage Cancer

September 16, 2025 ~ If you're 65 or older and enrolling in Medicare Part B for the first time after turning 65, it's important to understand the process and timing, especially if you delayed enrollment because you had other coverage. This blog will walk you through...

Learn how prescription drug donation programs provide free or low-cost medications, reduce cancer treatment costs, and ease financial stress.

09 Sep How Prescription Drug Donation Programs Can Help Lower Your Costs

Posted at 08:00h in Finances by Triage Cancer

September 9, 2025 ~ For many individuals and families navigating a cancer diagnosis, the cost of prescription drugs can feel overwhelming. Even with insurance coverage, high copays, deductibles, or uncovered medications add to financial stress. But what if some of those medications could be accessed...