In a first-of-its-kind study, Northwestern Medicine researchers sought cancer patients’ input on how they want to be screened for financial needs.The study revealed that cancer patients want financial screening early in their care to help alleviate additional stress.
Prior research has shown that cancer patients who experience financial toxicity have worse quality of life and may be at higher risk of death. An early financial assessment can identify patients at risk, but there isn’t a consensus on appropriate timing or methods for financial screening.
