Marginalized Groups, Low Visibility and Limited Access to Cancer Care: Healthy Social Systems Awareness Campaign (2 of 5)

<p>According to the National Cancer Institute&rsquo;s SEER (Surveillance, Epidemiology and End Results) Program, men and women have a 42% and 38% risk, respectively, of ever being diagnosed with an invasive cancer. Health care system access greatly impacts the fortunes of most Americans, but with treatment costs more than what many can pay out of pocket, health and life insurance coverage are essential for people with chronic illnesses. This is especially true for new cancer diagnoses, and as cancer continues to be the second leading cause of death as of 2021, cancer survivorship and family financial security largely depend on insurance coverage decisions. Unfortunately, racial disparities persist even during these critical moments of need.</p> <p><a href="https://medium.com/@marshall.healthprofessional/marginalized-groups-low-visibility-and-limited-access-to-cancer-care-824897555fb7"><strong>Visit Now</strong></a></p>