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posted 06/30/2007, comments (10)
When Basal Cell Carcinoma becomes terminal
My sister has been fighting basal cell carcinoma for nearly 10 years. To make the whole situation even harder to cope with is the fact that she is 37 years old and developmentally disabled. She not only has had to suffer with a very agressive skin cancer, but also with mental retardation, autism, as well as verious other problems. What... Read more
posted 05/31/2007, comments (0)
want to hear your stories
hello, i would like to hear some of your stories.. i recently had my uncle die of melanoma in december.. i am doing a research project on melanoma and would like to hear stories from ordinary people who i look up to everyday...
posted 03/14/2007, comments (0)
Mohs Surgery: Financial Assistance Programs for the Uninsured -- Oregon
If you are uninsured, how much could Mohs surgery, a specialized skin cancer surgery with high cure rates, cost?Mohs surgery at the Oregon Health & Science University, Department of Dermatology in Portland:Up to $6,000 depending on the severity and spread of the cancer. But, OHSU hospital may waive 50 to 100 percent of the cost, depending... Read more
