The hidden costs behind a breast cancer diagnosis
Before Keitchia Morris was diagnosed with breast cancer, she had a job, a house, a car. But two years later, after several months of chemotherapy and surgeries, Morris is homeless. Morris spoke with Frederick Uncut producer Heather Mongilio at Faith House, a women's shelter where Morris stayed for several months while recovering from surgery related to her breast cancer. She spoke about her treatment and some of the financial struggles she has faced since her breast cancer diagnosis. Then Mongilio spoke with Irene Hollis, oncology financial counselor, and Jodi Gerber, a clinical social worker, at the James M. Stockman Cancer Institute. Hollis and Gerber spoke about how the cancer institute helps patients understand the costs associated with their cancer treatment, including those that are not medical. Finally, education and food reporter Katryna Perera steps into the studio to talk about her latest food review.