Before Your Next Oncology Appointment, Answer These Three Questions
Cancer appointments can feel like a lot. There may be scan results to review, new terminology to understand, treatment options to discuss, side effects to consider, and decisions that suddenly feel very real. And underneath all of that, you may be scared, overwhelmed, exhausted—or still trying to process the fact that you have cancer at […]
Why Traditional Health Benefits Aren’t Enough for Employees Facing Serious Illnesses
When Sarah, a dedicated project manager at a mid-sized firm, was diagnosed with a serious illness, she assumed her comprehensive health insurance would cover all her needs. However, as she navigated her treatment, she encountered numerous challenges that her traditional health benefits didn’t address. Sarah’s experience underscores a critical issue: while standard health benefits provide […]
The Power of Patient Involvement: Patient-Led Treatment Decisions Lead to Better Outcomes
In the evolving landscape of healthcare, there is a growing recognition that the traditional, paternalistic model—where doctors make decisions for patients—is not always the most effective approach. Instead, a patient-led model, where individuals are actively involved in their treatment decisions, has been shown to lead to better health outcomes. This shift toward shared decision-making empowers […]
What is comorbidity and why does it matter?
When people hear the words “you have cancer,” the focus often narrows immediately to the tumor—its size, location, stage, and treatment options. But for many, cancer isn’t the only medical condition they’re living with. Other chronic conditions—like heart disease, diabetes, or kidney disease—may be part of the picture too. That’s where comorbidity comes in. Comorbidities […]
The Benefits of Shared Decision-Making
A cancer diagnosis can bring with it a wave of uncertainty. For many people, the moment they hear the word cancer is the moment life splits into a “before” and an “after.” What follows is often a series of decisions—complex, deeply personal, and life-altering. In these moments, shared decision-making becomes more than a best practice. […]
Is truly personalized cancer treatment possible?
When you hear the term personalized medicine, you might think of a treatment plan designed just for you—and in cancer care, that’s increasingly becoming a reality. Personalized cancer treatment, also known as precision oncology, uses a person’s genetic and molecular profile to tailor treatment strategies to the unique characteristics of their cancer1. Genes hold the […]