Dr. Jimmie Holland, a pioneer in the field of psycho-oncology, served as a member of the Triage Cancer Scientific Advisory Council. Words cannot adequately express the loss. Not only was Dr. Holland a valued advisor and supporter, she was a role model for us all. During...
There is a research study being conducted out of Stanford University in California looking at factors affecting breast cancer treatment decisions. Read more about the study and please spread the word to anyone you think may be interested. *** We need women living in (or willing to travel...
Triage Cancer believes strongly in partnership. There are so many wonderful organizations in our community and today we are delighted to be highlighting the Cancer Hope Network. Cancer Hope Network provides one-on-one support for cancer patients and their loved ones. Because no one should face cancer...
By Essie Landry Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Sierra West Area Gathering with family and friends during the holiday season reminds us we’re part of a strong community. And sometimes, in the spirit of the season, we break into song. Our take on “The Twelve Days...
Do you have a Flexible Spending Account (FSA)? Is there still money in it that you haven’t spent in 2017? Don’t let those pre-tax dollars go to waste! With an FSA, you can pay for medical expenses for you, your spouse, children under 27, and other...
Open enrollment to buy private health insurance coverage for 2018 through www.HealthCare.gov ends on Friday. Note: Medicaid applications are accepted year round. But don’t wait until the last minute, to avoid any potential issues, like the website crashing with last minute sign-ups. Crucial news you can use: Were...
Do you get coverage through your employer? Do you know which type of plan you have? You should. But, the truth is, most people don’t. For most people, this is a totally foreign concept. We are more familiar with different premiums, different levels of coverage, different insurance...
There are two ways to access Medicare coverage: Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage Plans. Currently, 58 million people in the United States are enrolled in Medicare --- of which 19 million are enrolled in Medicare Advantage Plans. Obviously there is a great confusion about all things Medicare....
Sexuality and intimacy are important aspects of health for all people, including those diagnosed with cancer. For those patients currently in treatment or just recovering from surgery, there are some important considerations to be aware of before you engage in any sexual activity. For Women: When...
The Family & Medical Leave Act (FMLA) allows eligible employees to take up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave, per year. How this 12 weeks of time off gets counted by employers is a frequent question that we receive. Figuring this out can be...