Financial Toxicity and Cancer

We've talked a lot about the physical and emotional challenges that come with a cancer battle, but for many, the financial toll can be equally devastating. Join us as we talk with survivor and philanthropist Molly MacDonald about financial toxicity and cancer; a topic she knows well, both personally and professionally.    Back in 1997, Molly went through a financially devastating divorce. With her five young children in tow, she rebooted her life and returned to the workforce. She had just started a new job when she was diagnosed with breast cancer during her annual mammogram. While she was fortunate that her early-stage cancer didn't kill her, it quickly took her livelihood and the financial toxicity set in.    Her bumpy journey through survival led Molly to co-found The Pink Fund, a non-profit that provides qualified breast cancer patients with financial support for 90-180 days while in active treatment, and resources that can ease the burden of debt including mortgage forbearance and lease deferral.   Our inspiring and insightful conversation is full of vital survivorship information.    For more information about The Pink Fund visit: https://pinkfund.org/   If you know someone who could benefit from this information, please share this episode with them.