| Catastrophic diseases
like cancer can deplete your life savings very quickly. Most
cancer treatments; surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, and procedures like bone marrow
transplants are extremely expensive.
Some treatments may not be available
locally and you may have to travel and stay in a metropolitan area which will add to your
expenses.
Struggling with cancer is hard enough
without having to delay or forego medical treatment because you cannot afford it.
Learn about your medical insurance,
know what is covered and what is not. Talk with your doctor and nurses about your
financial situation. Ask to see a social worker that specializes in financial assistance.
Many pharmaceutical companies provide
drugs to patients with financial need.
There are also some wonderful people
in communities around the world who will help.
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