Practical matters: The financial and time toxicity of breast cancer

The term financial toxicity describes both the practical and the emotional impact of the cost of care on individuals and families managing a cancer diagnosis. This session explains the factors that contribute to financial toxicity, explores their impact, and provides ways to reduce or overcome obstacles. Hear about useful resources to assist with everyday bills, manage costs, and eliminate barriers to quality healthcare. This is the final session of the four-part series "Innovations in care: What you know matters". What you know matters when it comes to navigating breast cancer. Whether diagnosed with early-stage or living with metastatic breast cancer, having trusted resources and information provides a roadmap that helps people to find the best way forward for living well beyond their diagnosis. This four-part series features discussions that will help individuals further understand their options by providing insight on breakthroughs in treatments, the role of testing, and navigating the cost of cancer care. The sessions will empower both those diagnosed with early-stage and metastatic breast cancer to make informed decisions about their care and provide strategies to help them advocate for themselves throughout treatment and beyond. To read more about the series visit https://www.lbbc.org/community/events/innovations-care-2024