Prior to January 1, 2014, a health insurance company could deny individuals a health insurance plan because of their gender, their age, or their past or current medical conditions. Because this left may individuals and families without health insurance coverage, about 35 states stepped in to...
Has your doctor ever asked you about medical conditions that other members of your family have had? Your doctor is trying to understand your family’s medical history to establish your risk for developing any medical conditions that are hereditary, meaning that they run in your...
Some of us are still battling the after effects of the holidays and we know that dealing with nutrition and cancer can be especially challenging. So we thought it would be a perfect time to sit down with our resident nutrition expert, Julie Landford, to...
These are all terms related to an individual’s immigration status in the United States. Do you fit into one of these categories? Trying to help someone who might? Not sure? Depending on your immigration status, you may be eligible for health insurance benefits under the Affordable Care...
Today we introduce you to NeedyMeds. NeedyMeds is a Triage Cancer partner who is doing amazing work to help those who may need access to lower cost care and prescriptions. Please read on to learn more about their services! All About Free and Low Cost Clinics One of...
When we asked her about the main areas of focus when talking about exercise and cancer she broke it down into three main points. First, there are psychological advantages of physical exercise. Exercise has a range of benefits that can help cancer survivors manage symptoms...
It’s January 16, 2014, and the Affordable Care Act is still here. There have been lots of changes over the last few weeks, in a few different areas: Marketplaces pushed back the deadline to enroll in a Marketplace plan for coverage to December 23, in order for...
by Michelle Shagenov, Esq. In November, I discussed basic estate planning tips and estate planning as the key to retaining control of YOUR affairs, for as long as you are able to do so. I also noted that developing an estate plan is an individualized process that...
We know that during the holiday season stress levels can be at an all-time high. Maybe you are still searching for that perfect gift. While we may be thinking about what gifts we want, many cancer survivors and their caregivers are thinking of things they...
by Kommah McDowell As a patient, advocate, and a founding member of City of Hope’s Patient and Family Advisory Council. This past weekend I had the opportunity to attend my first Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI) Forum in Orlando, FL. One of the reoccurring themes at the...