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 ...
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...
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...
Since 2012, Triage Cancer has been providing education on the practical and legal issues that may impact individuals diagnosed with cancer, as well as their caregivers, through events, materials, and resources. To date, one of our most successful programs are our FREE conferences held three times...
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...
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....
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...
A lot has happened over the last three weeks at both the national and state levels. These are just a few highlights of topics that may have a significant impact on the cancer community. National News: Recommendation: The American Cancer Society has announced a revised...
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,...
On Election Day, voters across the country showed they were in favor of legalizing medical marijuana, and in some states, recreational marijuana as well. California, Maine, Massachusetts, and Nevada voted to legalize the recreational use marijuana, while Arkansas, Florida, and North Dakota passed ballot initiatives...