Tag: Financial support
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Financial Toxicity in Indian Cancer Care: When the Cost of Survival is a Lifetime of Debt
Cancer is not just a health crisis—it’s a financial disaster for many Indian families. While fighting the disease, patients and their loved ones often face crushing medical bills, pushing them into lifelong debt. This is called “financial toxicity”—when the cost of treatment harms a family’s economic stability. The Crushing Weight of Out-of-Pocket Expenses Cancer treatment…
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Financial Planning During Cancer Treatment
Along with physical and emotional challenges, cancer brings the stress of high treatment costs. These expenses can drain a family’s savings quickly. Maintaining the presence of mind to plan for and manage the cost of cancer treatment can make a big difference in this difficult journey. The cost of treatments like chemotherapy, radiation, and surgeries…
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Navigating the Financial Terrain of Cancer Treatment: Strategies for managing costs and seeking support
When facing a cancer diagnosis, one of the primary concerns is the financial burden associated with treatment. Cancer treatment is notoriously expensive and can place a significant strain on individuals and families. This concern is particularly heightened when the patient is the primary breadwinner or a young professional reliant on their income. Here are some…