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This research aims to explore the dual burdens of financial toxicity and travel challenges faced by rural-dwelling cancer survivors and their impact on care.

May 2, 2026

Navigating Dual Burdens: Financial Burdens and Travel Burdens Among Rural-Dwelling Cancer Survivors.

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APArrianna Marie PlaneyUniversity of North Carolina at Chapel Hill MMMichelle L ManningUniversity of North Carolina at Chapel Hill MGMindy Gellin

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Qualitative analysis reveals dual financial and travel burdens in rural cancer survivors, suggesting a need for targeted assistance.

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This research aims to explore the dual burdens of financial toxicity and travel challenges faced by rural-dwelling cancer survivors and their impact on care.
Conducted rapid qualitative analysis of semi-structured interviews with 12 rural-dwelling cancer survivors.
Participants screened positive for financial toxicity using the Comprehensive Score for Financial Toxicity (COST) measure.
Analyzed experiences related to cost, travel, and the implications on health-related quality of life.
The median COST score was 9.5, indicating significant financial toxicity among participants.
Participants reported an average round-trip travel distance of 25.6 miles for cancer care appointments.
Common cost-coping strategies included 'stacking' appointments and utilizing health system financial assistance.

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Planey et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69f594ca71405d493afffaf7 https://doi.org/10.1177/10732748261448642

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