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Applying for Disability Benefits

ASK RUBY: How do I apply for disability benefits? Response: When facing cancer, you may consider applying for disability...

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Social Security Disability Benefits and Cancer

If you have been diagnosed with cancer, you may be wondering if you’ll qualify for Social Security disability benefits. Unfortunately, the answer may not be a simple yes or no. The Social Security Administration (SSA) has different eligibility criteria for each applicant.

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Legal Concerns & Cancer

It is a good idea for all adults, regardless of their current health status, to prepare for the future by having their legal affairs in order. The legal documents on this page are tools to help you do that. Most of these documents can be prepared without the use of a lawyer and without any cost to you or your family.

Brain Tumor Treatment

… eating, dressing, and computer access. The Americans with Disabilities Act was created, in part, to help people with a …
Learn about the several types of treatment are used to treat brain tumors or spinal cord tumors, including surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, or a wearable device.

Metastatic Breast Cancer

Metastatic breast cancer means that breast cancer has spread to other parts of the body. It is also called stage IV (4) breast cancer.

Brain and Spinal Cord Tumors

… eating, dressing, and computer access. The Americans with Disabilities Act was created, in part, to help people with a …
Learn about Brain Tumors and Spinal Cord Tumors: detailed information, risk factors, signs and symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.
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Health Equity in Action

The time is long overdue to take what we have known about healthcare and cancer care disparities and convert that knowledge into action.

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Coping With Caregiving Demands

… local transportation to senior citizens and people with disabilities. Ask your healthcare team if they can make your …
When caring for a loved one with cancer, you might find yourself in an unfamiliar role: care coordinator. Your role might include managing schedules, medications, doctor’s appointments, contacts, resources, insurance, bills, and more. This new coordinator role can be challenging. Discover strategies and resources to help you cope with the demands of these new routines and responsibilities.