11 Mar Mesothelioma Explained

Posted at 08:00h in Cancer-Related Legal Issues by Triage Cancer

Here is some news from our partners at Vogelzang Law about Mesothelioma and why it may be helpful to seek legal assistance once diagnosed with Mesothelioma.  Mesothelioma is a rare and aggressive form of cancer that affects the protective lining (mesothelium) of the lungs, chest, heart,...

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04 Mar Triage Cancer’s New Resources

Posted at 08:00h in Cancer-Related Legal Issues, Employment, Finances, Health Insurance, Practical Tips by Triage Cancer

Practical Guide to Cancer Rights and Legal & Financial Navigation Program Navigating the legal and practical issues that may arise following a cancer diagnosis can be confusing. Triage Cancer is always developing new ways to provide information and educational resources to individuals diagnosed with cancer, caregivers,...

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17 Nov CancerFinances.org: Getting Cancer-Related Financial Help

Posted at 09:00h in Cancer-Related Legal Issues, Finances by Triage Cancer

Cancer is expensive. The financial burden of a cancer diagnosis is often referred to as financial toxicity. A cancer diagnosis can impact a person's ability to maintain their income, increases out-of-pocket medical costs, and brings other unexpected expenses. That’s why we created CancerFinances.org. This free and easy-to-use resource is...

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03 Nov Triage Cancer Animated Video Series: Now Available in English, Spanish, & Tagalog

Posted at 10:00h in Cancer-Related Legal Issues, Practical Tips by Triage Cancer

Triage Cancer offers a series of animated videos that explain important topics for individuals diagnosed with cancer and their caregivers. The videos are each about 5 minutes long and are now available in English and Spanish. You can also watch our videos with subtitles in...

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13 Oct Cancer-Related Legal Issues: Where You Live Matters

Posted at 10:00h in Cancer-Related Legal Issues by Triage Cancer

Where you live matters. Depending on which state you live in, your state laws may provide additional protections and benefits for individuals diagnosed with cancer and caregivers. Triage Cancer offers a Chart of State Laws to access location-specific information on topics like: Employment Taking Time Off Work ...

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11 Aug Sharing Your Cancer Diagnosis: You Have Options

Posted at 09:00h in Cancer-Related Legal Issues, Employment, Practical Tips by Triage Cancer

The decision to share information about your medical condition with other people is a very personal decision. There are many reasons why someone would want to disclose their diagnosis, such as for support from their friends and family. But there are equally as many reasons why someone...

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23 Jan 2 New Resources for Patients: Accessing Medical Records

Posted at 08:00h in Cancer-Related Legal Issues, Finances by Triage Cancer

As a resource for patients, their families, and advocates, we are happy to announce our publishing of a new quick guide, our “Quick Guide to Accessing Medical Records.” Why does accessing your medical records matter? Having access to your medical records allows you to double check...

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18 Apr Cancer Rights Law: The Book That Could Save Lives

Posted at 08:00h in Advocacy, Cancer-Related Legal Issues, Practical Tips by Triage Cancer

What would you say if we told you we could hand you a combined 35 years-worth of knowledge and experience in Cancer Rights Law? Would you ask what Cancer Rights Law is? It’s an area of law that includes confusing topics like cancer employment, health insurance, Cancer...

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26 Mar Death with Dignity Laws

Posted at 08:00h in Cancer-Related Legal Issues by Triage Cancer

Table Of Contents: What are Death with Dignity Laws? Death with Dignity Law Requirements How does it benefit individuals with cancer? States that allow Death with Dignity Acts Advocating for Death with Dignity People with life-threatening medical conditions, such as cancer, may face difficult end-of-life choices....

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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...

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