Cancer often takes a heavy toll not only on people’s bodies but on their finances as well. And just as some types of cancer are more deadly than others, some types cause more financial pain,
Hospitals are promoting the scans without warning patients of the potential downsides of the test, critics say.
Swedish to Host Free Program on Recent Advances in Early Lung Cancer Diagnosis, Therapy SEATTLE, Oct. 26, 2009 – In light of November being Lung Cancer Awareness Month and a growing incidence of the disease even among non-smokers, a distinguished panel of Swedish Cancer Institute-affiliated lung-cancer specialists is hosting a free program on advances in [...]
Is lung cancer only a problem for smokers? No, in fact, it’s the sixth leading cancer killer of nonsmokers. Is lung cancer a major problem? Yes, in fact, it kills more people than breast, colon and prostate cancer combined. These and other facts will be discussed at the Washington State Lung Cancer Awareness Forum, a [...]
What: Forum on Lung Cancer Title: Think Lung Cancer: 2008 Washington State Lung Cancer Awareness Forum Lung cancer kills more people than breast, colon, and prostate cancer combined. Please join us for an evening dedicated to raising awareness and advocacy for lung cancer. Where: Swedish Medical Center First Hill Campus 747 Broadway Seattle, [...]
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Experts divided over recommendation to screen children for cholesterol
Some clinicians say universal screening is an important tool to help identify children who are genetically predisposed to high cholesterol and to pinpoint others who could benefit from treatment. Others express concerns that screening may do more harm than good.
People in state high-risk insurance plans often feel left behind
The federal health law set up new plans that are cheaper and more comprehensive than the older ones run by states but consumers need to go without insurance for six months to qualify.
Peeking in on your doctor’s notes
Although federal law guarantees patients the right to examine and get copies of their medical records, providers haven’t always made it easy to do so. But the movement to give patients direct access to their health information has picked up steam, and policymakers have encouraged it as a way to empower patients to help manage their health and their medical care.
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