Benefits Corner

Breast Cancer Awareness Month and the Importance of Cancer Coverage

Submitted by Anna Roussel, Creative Writer, Educational Benefits

Treatment options for breast cancer are improving every year, but with those improvements come cost increases. The cost of cancer diagnostics, operation or removal, and treatment can be overwhelming, and with nearly 300,000 women expected to be diagnosed in 2022, it is important to make sure you are prepared. According to the National Cancer Institute, approximately 479 per every 100,000 women in the state of Arkansas contract breast cancer each year, making it one of the top risk factors women face today. Cancer doesn’t plan ahead, but you can.

The risk of developing breast cancer increases with age, and with only 65% of Arkansas women over the age of 45 having up-to-date mammography according to the American Cancer Society, cancer screening needs to be a bigger priority in the state. Breast Cancer Awareness Month is one of the best times to get informed and get prepared by investing in cancer insurance. For a small price each pay period, you can not only be covered for an unexpected diagnosis, but also rewarded for taking precautionary measures such as mammograms, bone marrow testing, and colonoscopies.

The cost of cancer treatments, doctor visits, and other related expenses can be substantial, and are often a cost people are not prepared for. Taking the time to talk with your physician about potential risks, as well as covering yourself through insurance, can make a huge difference in the lives of you and your loved ones. Talk to your insurance provider today to learn more about cancer coverage and other benefits that fit your needs.