Blogs

Have we done enough in cancer research?

ELIZABETH WHITTINGTON

So, are you happy with where we are in cancer research? Think we're close to a cure yet? If not, then you should be disappointed that $1.6 billion is on the chopping block for the National Institutes of Heath, and subsequently $300 million for the National Cancer Institute.

Our Favorite Finance & Legal Resources

The Cancer Legal Resource Center provides information on cancer-related legal issues for cancer survivors, their families, and others impacted by the disease.

The Patient Advocate Foundation provides education, legal counseling, and referrals to cancer patients and survivors concerning managed care, insurance, financial issues, job discrimination, and debt crisis matters.

Finance and Legal

Legislative Watch

Jumping on the Ban Wagon

BY LINDSAY RAY

States jump on the smoking ban wagon. 

Disability

Navigating the Maze of Disability

BY BUNMI ISHOLA

Navigating through the maze of disability insurance. 

Caregivers

Expecting the Unexpected

BY DON VAUGHAN

Early planning can ease financial and insurance issues.

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money tip

Some drug companies, nonprofits and other organizations offer financial assistance to patients who can't afford treatment and other cancer-related expenses.

Browse our listing of assistance programs for cancer patients to find the help you need.

See Also...

During Treatment: Financial Matters

From the 2011 CURE Cancer Resource Guide

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