Improving Clinical Trial Access Through Navigation

Author: Carol Wang, Ph.D., Director of Clinical Research, We Are Here Clinical trials are crucial for many patients, by providing access to cutting-edge treatments and playing an important role in advancing medicine. However, many patients – especially those from underserved communities-  face obstacles that limit their ability to participate. Common barriers include logistical challenges, financial concerns, and a lack of information …

Save Money and Stress: How Cancer Patients Can Negotiate Hospital Bills

Author: The Clearity Team Introduction There shouldn’t be a trade-off between your health and your financial condition when you’re in a vulnerable scenario like being unwell or knowing that your care would be expensive. Many patients are striking back and gaining control of negotiations with hospitals and insurance companies over their medical bills. There is a good chance that if …

Financial Challenges in Clinical Trial Participation for Cancer Patients: Strategies for Addressing Financial Toxicity

Author: Carol Wang, Ph.D., Director of Clinical Research, We Are Here Cancer patients face significant financial challenges, especially when participating in clinical trials. Financial toxicity, the economic burden caused by cancer treatment costs, impacts patients’ ability to engage in trials that offer cutting-edge therapies. Despite the promise clinical trials hold for advancing cancer care, financial barriers—such as out-of-pocket costs, employment disruptions, …