Government funded programs offer a wide range of services including:
- Screening and Early Detection: Programs such as the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) recommend and fund screenings for breast, cervical, and colorectal cancers to catch the disease early. - Treatment Support: Financial assistance for treatment through Medicaid and Medicare, as well as specialized programs like the AIDS Drug Assistance Programs (ADAP) for cancer patients with HIV. - Supportive Care: Services like counseling, nutritional advice, and palliative care to improve the quality of life for cancer patients and survivors.
