The Hidden Burden: The True Cost of Cancer Care
When Dan Sherman began his work as an oncology social worker, he believed his role would center around emotional support and guidance. What he didn’t expect was the rising wave of patients struggling with something just as urgent and life-altering as the diagnosis itself—the cost of care. Over time, he witnessed the emotional and financial toll cancer can take, not just on individuals but on entire families, often leaving them depleted, discouraged, and forced to make heartbreaking decisions.
In The Cost of Care, featured in the Spring issue of Breast Cancer Wellness Magazine, Sherman opens up about his personal journey—both as a professional advocate and as a cancer patient himself. He sheds light on a growing crisis known as financial toxicity, where patients are burdened not only by medical expenses but also by loss of income, insurance gaps, and basic survival needs. Through one unforgettable patient encounter and his own diagnosis, Sherman learned just how deeply intertwined financial wellness is with healing.
This powerful article offers not just eye-opening statistics, but hope, real solutions, and a call to action for patients, caregivers, and care centers alike. Whether you’re navigating cancer yourself or supporting someone who is, this is a must-read story that could change how you view the healing journey.
Read the full article in the Spring issue of Breast Cancer Wellness Magazine to discover how one conversation can change a life—and why speaking up about the cost of care has never been more important.