Support for AYA cancer survivors during and post-cancer treatment can often be scarce. Research has shined a spotlight on topics that need more awareness brought to the table, including the importance to educating people about their rights in the workplace. In “The Survey for People Affected...
While the United States is generally considered the most economically prosperous nation in the world, most people lack enough savings to cover their daily living expenses after retiring. They are therefore likely to be partially or completely reliant on the limited monthly payments they will...
Did you know that only 16 percent of workers in the U.S. receive paid family leave through their employment? Believe it or not, the United States is the only industrialized country that does not guarantee workers some form of paid leave. Currently, the only option at...
Do you feel like cancer has taken a greater financial toll on you, than those with other serious medical conditions? Now there is evidence to support those instincts. In a study recently published in the American Cancer Society's peer-reviewed journal, CANCER, a research team found...
Last week, on the Triage Cancer website, we debuted the latest video in our Animated Video series: “Dealing With Side Effects At Work.” That video is now available in Spanish, and with the option for subtitles in English and Spanish. It tackles issues that may arise...
“Many people like to think that cancer ends when treatment ends. In some cases, that's true, and that's great. In other cases, though, there are more battles to be fought, a lot more.” In a recent article published by curetoday.com, the author described his frustration with...
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...
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...
Attorney General & Congress Battle Over Medical Marijuana Being able to adequately manage the short-term, long-term, and late-term side effects of cancer treatment is crucial for patients and survivors. One method of side effect management that is on the rise, is the use of medical marijuana,...
Many have heard of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), but may not know all of the details. The ADA is the federal law that protects people with disabilities from discrimination in a variety of ways. The ADA was passed by Congress in 1990, more than...