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Inflation Reduction Act Summit

On September 18, 2023, Cancer Support Community (CSC) convened patient and caregiver advocates, healthcare providers, policy experts, and healthcare innovators and thought leaders for a roundtable discussion on the need to ensure that patients, people with disabilities and caregivers have a voice in defining “clinical benefit” for the purpose of Medicare Part D drug price negotiations and future health care policies that impact patients.

The Enormity of 3 Small Words

When Amber Havekost learned she had breast cancer, her world turned upside down. “Time stopped,” she writes. “The picture of my life in my head suddenly turned blurry and void of color, now with the word ‘cancer’ in bright red, etched onto my mind’s eye.” Read on to learn more about Amber’s story and how she confronted the enormity of 3 words, “I have cancer,” with the belief that hope can permeate hardship.

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How to File a Health Insurance Appeal for a Denied Claim

Learn how to appeal a denied insurance claim that you and your care team believe is important for your health.

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El cáncer cambia la vida: crea tu comunidad de apoyo en línea hoy mismo

MyLifeLine, la comunidad de apoyo digital gratuita de CSC para las personas afectadas por el cáncer, existe para conectar a los pacientes oncológicos con amigos y familiares para reducir el estrés, la ansiedad y el aislamiento. Además, constituye un espacio seguro para crear conexiones genuinas con otras personas afectadas por el cáncer.

CSC’s New Peer Support Program Aims to Reduce Disparities in Cancer Clinical Trials

"I said to myself: This is something that I can do," notes Brenda, a Peer Specialist in our new peer support program. The program is a free, over-the-phone service that helps Black or African American cancer patients learn more about clinical trials by matching them with a peer. Keep reading to learn how Brenda is working with our program to help open doors to clinical trials.

Cancer Champions on Capitol Hill: Rep. Tom Cole

Each month we've been spotlighting a member of Congress who supports legislation and initiatives that make a difference in the lives of people impacted by cancer. This month, we recognize Rep. Tom Cole of the 4th Congressional District of Oklahoma.

CSC Won Top Honors at the Spring 2022 Digital Health Awards

The Votes Are In: CSC Wins Big at Prominent Awards Ceremony

CSC won an outstanding 18 awards at the Spring 2022 Digital Health Awards, a testament to our unwavering commitment to produce the highest standard of support tools and education materials for people impacted by cancer. Read on to discover the award-winners.

Brain Cancer: Let’s Talk Awareness, Survivorship, and Support

Kristen was diagnosed with stage 3 brain cancer at age 29. After undergoing surgery and treatment, “I started feeling more grateful for even an hour of being alive, thankful for the ‘time,'" she shares. "I wanted more time to just be around, to enjoy things." Read on to learn more about Kristen’s story and our free support resources for people who have been impacted by brain cancer.