Advocacy Archives

24 Jul New Bill Introduced: Social Security Administration Act

Posted at 08:00h in Advocacy by Triage Cancer

The biggest challenge for those who are trying to access Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits, to help replace their wages because of their inability to work based on their medical condition, is that there is a huge backlog of applications and appeals. A recent...

19 Jul How Will the Latest Happenings in Capitals and Federal Courts Impact Cancer Survivors?

Posted at 22:50h in Advocacy, Cancer-Related Legal Issues, Health Insurance by Triage Cancer

It has been a busy summer in the capitols and courts across the country. Here are some highlights of topics that may have a significant impact on the cancer community. National News: On July 10th, the President issues an Executive Order that now allows Administrative Law...

17 Jul How Patients Can Advocate for Evidenced-Based Research

Posted at 08:00h in Advocacy by Triage Cancer

Written by Peg Ford Ovarian Cancer Alliance of San Diego As an 11+ year ovarian cancer survivor, my personal research into this deadly disease increased my awareness of the necessity to get involved and the urge to encourage others to engage in advocacy. Only through research could...

10 Jul First Time Voters: What You Need to Know to Get Involved

Posted at 08:00h in Advocacy by Triage Cancer

At Triage Cancer, we provide many resources to help you become an empowered and informed advocate for the cancer community. Today, we’re giving first-time voters information and tips on participating in upcoming elections, so you can make an impact! While Primary Elections might be over...

19 Jun Advocacy for the Cancer Care Planning and Communications Act

Posted at 08:00h in Advocacy by Triage Cancer

The bipartisan Cancer Care Planning and Communications (CCPC) Act was recently introduced and we believe this could be revolutionary for cancer patients to receive the care they deserve. The Cancer Care Planning and Communications Act would ensure that cancer patients receive a written plan beyond diagnosis;...

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...

17 Apr How the States are Handling Health Insurance

Posted at 09:00h in Advocacy, Employment by Triage Cancer

There are many proposed and approved changes to our health care system at both the federal and state levels, which may impact the cancer community. If you don’t live in one of these states, it’s important to know that these changes could come to your...

17 Oct Balance Billing: What You Need to Know

Posted at 09:31h in Advocacy, Finances by Triage Cancer

In order to avoid unexpected medical bills, it is important to know how your health plan works and how a practice referred to "balance billing" can affect you. Most plans have a specific network of doctors and facilities that their members can use for their...

28 Sep Graham-Cassidy Fails, But Health Care Protections Still at Risk

Posted at 08:23h in Advocacy by Triage Cancer

Last week a new version of an ACA ‘Repeal and Replace’ bill was unveiled in the U.S. Senate. This legislation has been dubbed “Graham-Cassidy” after the two main authors of the bill, Sens. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) and Bill Cassidy (R-La.). In order for the bill...