Cancer and Health Insurance

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Cancer

Cancer can affect a person in a variety of physical and emotional ways, and when you're faced with such a serious issue, you want to find the facts. Use the Cancer Web Guide to answer many of the questions you may have about cancer and direct you to the other medical and emotional support you need.

Cancer Overview

If you or someone you know has been diagnosed with cancer, you'll find yourself wading through a ... read more »

Cancer Types

There are many cancer types, and many areas of the body that this disease can ... read more »

Cancer Treatment

Cancer treatment can range from conventional to alternative, and you can learn ... read more »

Find a Cancer Center

Finding a cancer center is going to be one of the most important decisions you ... read more »

Cancer and Health Insurance

Juggling cancer and health insurance issues can feel overwhelming. The Web has resources to help you figure it all out.

Insights for Cancer and Health Insurance

  • Despite the information you find on the Web, you should still read your insurance policy thoroughly and contact either your insurance company or someone who specializes in dealing with health insurance if you have questions about your coverage.

Top Sites for Cancer and Health Insurance

CancerEducation offers a Webcast focused on teaching cancer patients and survivors what they need to know about health insurance. To listen to the lecture, you must have RealOne Player installed on your computer.
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The National Women's Health Information Center explains what health insurance is, and addresses issues of women who are not insured and who might not qualify for government assistance programs. Read the information online or download a printable PDF version of the article.
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U.S. Department of Labor offers "Your Rights After A Mastectomy," an article that explains insurance requirements and the rights of women under Women's Health and Cancer Rights Act of 1998 (WHCRA).
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American Cancer Society hosts Dr. Len's Cancer Blog, written by Dr. J. Leonard Lichtenfeld, deputy chief medical officer for the national office of the American Cancer Society. This blog entry addresses some insurance issues patients may face during cancer treatment. 
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Childhood Cancer

Hearing that your child has cancer can be frightening news. You might find yourself wondering how ... read more »

Cancer Support

Whether you're coping with a recent cancer diagnosis, seeking support during treatment or you're a ... read more »

Life After Cancer

Dealing with a cancer diagnosis, treatment regimens and support issues all play major roles in your ... read more »

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