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Advice From Real Patients - Financial Toxicity
Advice From Real Patients - Financial ToxicityMy diagnosis has had a significant impact on me financially.I had to make a choice between paying my health insurance, getting treatment and paying rent.I have to pay the health insurance to get the treatment, to keep working, to pay the rent. It’s a viciouscycle.You have to remain calm. You have to think. You have to stop. Because when you get thesediagnosis, the doctors give you the resources where to go for the help. You just got to be willing tolisten and to accept it. But the main thing is when you get that diagnosis is to remain calm.Page 1 ofThis program is for informational purposes only. Publisher disclaims all guarantees regarding the accuracy, completeness,or suitability of this video for medical decision making. For all health related issues please contact your healthcare provider.© The Wellness Network
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