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Gaps persist as patients face harrowing decisions and huge copays

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Oncofertility has been an overlooked standard of care—now states are taking action

Oncofertility coverage mandates expand to 21 states and DC as political momentum buildsGaps persist as patients face harrowing decisions and huge copays

Shane Jacobson talks about his to-do list for ACSBoost research, forge closer ties with cancer centers, launch an all-out campaign for resources

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Montefiore Einstein Director Edward Chu dies of glioblastoma at 66

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Oncofertility coverage mandates expand to 21 states and DC as political momentum builds
Gaps persist as patients face harrowing decisions and huge copays

Shane Jacobson talks about his to-do list for ACS
Boost research, forge closer ties with cancer centers, launch an all-out campaign for resources