February 18, 2010
According to the National Cancer Institute nearly 70,000 Americans between the ages of 15 and 40 are diagnosed with cancer each year. Young adults face unique issues that are not being met by the current continuum of care. Join us for a session on understanding the issues that differentiate this age group from others facing cancer with a focus on how to navigate the loopholes in health insurance.
PRESENTER:
Matthew Zachary
Founder/CEO
I'm Too Young For This! Cancer Foundation
TOPIC:
Shares his story and discusses issues that affect young adults with cancer and resources available by the I'm Too Young For This! Cancer Foundation
PRESENTER:
Curt Balch
Patient Advocate
I'm Too Young For This! Cancer Foundation
TOPIC:
How to navigate the loopholes in health insurance and how to manage a career while undergoing treatment.