12 Jun A Breakdown of Medicare Savings Programs (MSP)

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

Medicare is a crucial program that provides health insurance coverage for seniors and people with disabilities, but the details and costs of Medicare can make your head spin. The Part B benefit (outpatient care) has a monthly premium of $134 per month for most people....

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05 Jun Finding Help with the Cost of Medicine with NeedyMeds

Posted at 08:53h in Partners, Practical Tips by Triage Cancer

Every day more and more Americans are struggling to cover their medication costs, leading to difficult choices between paying for food, housing, or prescriptions. Uninsured Americans face the most difficulty, often looking at extremely high medical bills and expenses they must cover on their own....

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31 May National & State News on Health Insurance & More

Posted at 17:43h in Health Insurance by Triage Cancer

This week we bring you information that may be useful to you and updates from a few states . . .  National News: The Childhood Cancer Survivorship, Treatment, Access, and Research (STAR) Act passed through Congress and was signed by the President. The bipartisan legislation provides...

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29 May Veteran’s Healthcare Options

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

For veterans, both young and old, there are many healthcare options.  A veteran may decide to seek medical care through available programs at the Department of Veteran Affairs (VA)hospitals and clinics, or go to doctors and hospitals open for the general public and not based...

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22 May BMT Journeys: An Invitation to Transplant Recipients to Share Their Experience

Posted at 09:10h in Partners by Triage Cancer

BMT Journeys: An invitation to transplant recipients and their caregivers to write about and share their experience Medicine may heal the body, but art and writing can heal the soul. Reflective writing and creating art about your experience with cancer may help you cope with your...

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15 May Memorial Day Recipe: Sweet and Spicy BBQ Sauce

Posted at 08:00h in Exercise & Nutrition by Triage Cancer

As Summer draws near, we thought this would be the perfect Memorial Day Recipe to celebrate with! Memorial Day Celebrations  are often filled with delicious BBQ food and this Jalapeno Peach BBQ Sauce is a sweet and spicy twist on your traditional BBQ sauce. Without the...

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08 May 5 Social Security Facts You Might Not Know About

Posted at 08:43h in Employment by Triage Cancer

Social Security Column By Essie L. Landry Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Sierra West Area What kind of questions do you and your friends ask about Social Security? When do my benefits arrive? What are Social Security work credits, and do they have anything to do...

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03 May News You Need: Medicare, Caregiving, Penalties, & More

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

This week we bring you information that may be useful to you and updates from a few states . . . National News: It was announced last week that Medicare will require hospitals to post their standard prices online and make electronic medical resources more readily...

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01 May Cancer Connect – Online Support & Networking for Cancer Patients

Posted at 09:35h in Advocacy, Practical Tips by Triage Cancer

Social networking sites are rapidly growing, giving patients with cancer a place to connect with others. On line social groups on Facebook, discussion boards, and peer to peer networking connections have become widely available and serve some specific needs unique to cancer patients and their...

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24 Apr It’s National Social Security Month

Posted at 08:25h in Disability Insurance, Finances by Triage Cancer

Social Security Column By Essie L. Landry Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Sierra West Area National Social Security Month is celebrated in April and is dedicated to educating you about Social Security programs and services.  From programs that help support you through life’s journey, to services that...

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