Legal & Practical Issues for the Cancer Community

06 Oct Debunking Clinical Trial Myths: 5 Facts You Need To Know

Posted at 10:00h in Clinical Trials by Triage Cancer

In our Clinical Trials blog series, we’ve covered topics such as how to find the right clinical trial, how to find and pay for clinical trials, and even if you have rights in a clinical trial. You may have heard a lot about clinical trials, but still have questions...

01 Oct Voting Guide – Exercise Your Rights

Posted at 08:00h in Advocacy by Triage Cancer

Your vote matters – decisions are made by those who show up. It is our civic duty to cast our vote for the people we want to represent us and support issues that we care about. In our democracy, we get to have a say about...

28 Sep The Supreme Court & Potential Implications for our Health Care System

Posted at 23:29h in Advocacy, Health Insurance by Triage Cancer

The passing of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg has left a vacancy on the Supreme Court of the United States. On November 10, just a few days after the election, the Supreme Court is scheduled to hear oral arguments on a case that challenges the constitutionality...

24 Sep Medicare Changes When Moving

Posted at 09:00h in Health Insurance by Triage Cancer

If you have health insurance coverage through Medicare, and you are planning to move or have already moved, then you might need to make changes to your Medicare coverage. Medicare is the federal health insurance program in the United States that provides coverage to individuals...

17 Sep Benefits of Getting Counseling

Posted at 10:00h in Psychosocial Care by Triage Cancer

Like many people, I thought fighting cancer was a physical battle and that recovering from surgery was the victory. Looking back now, seven years later, I see that the battle had two fronts: the physical and the emotional. I neglected the latter. For those who have...

15 Sep How to Find & Pay for Clinical Trials

Posted at 10:00h in Clinical Trials by Triage Cancer

You may have questions about clinical trials, including how to find them and how to pay for them. We have resources to help give you answers! What is a clinical trial? A cancer clinical trial is a research study that looks for new ways to prevent, find...

10 Sep Accessing Medical Records

Posted at 10:00h in Practical Tips by Triage Cancer

Do you have a complete copy of your medical records? From all of your providers? If not, we can help! It is extremely important that individuals diagnosed with cancer have access to their medical records. Each health care provider who treats you has their own file of...

08 Sep Are You Still Eligible for Paid FMLA Leave?

Posted at 08:45h in COVID-19, Employment by Triage Cancer

Do you have minor children who are in school? If their school is closed, then you may be able to take time off work through the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA). The FFCRA provides two weeks of paid sick leave, as well as 12 weeks for...

03 Sep Signing up for Marketplace Health Insurance During COVID-19: An Important Update

Posted at 09:00h in COVID-19, Health Insurance by Triage Cancer

Have you lost your health insurance coverage through work, anytime since January 1st of this year? Have you thought about signing up for an individual plan through the Marketplace? Now’s your chance. A recent change to the Marketplace at HealthCare.gov could help. Normally, the Special Enrollment Period...

01 Sep Will Medicaid Take Your Home? Understanding Medicaid Estate Recovery

Posted at 10:00h in Health Insurance by Triage Cancer

What is Medicaid? Medicaid is a federal program that provides health coverage for certain low-income individuals, including individuals with disabilities and seniors. While a federal program, Medicaid is managed by the states and states contribute to the cost of providing Medicaid. Each state’s Medicaid program has different...