Category: Awareness

Understanding Sickle Cell Disease: A Complete Guide for National Sickle Cell Awareness Month 2025

September marks National Sickle Cell Awareness Month, a time to focus attention on the urgent need for research, treatment, and support for individuals living with sickle cell disease (SCD). This year’s theme, “Sickle Cell Matters 2025,” emphasizes the critical importance of raising awareness about this inherited blood disorder that affects approximately 100,000 Americans. What is Sickle Cell Disease? Sickle cell disease is the most common inherited blood disorder in the United States. It’s a group of genetic conditions that affect the red blood cells, causing them to change from their normal round shape to a crescent or “sickle” shape. These […]

September is Blood Cancer Awareness Month: Support, Resources, and Hope

Every September, we observe Blood Cancer Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about leukemia, lymphoma, myeloma, and other blood cancers. These cancers affect the blood, bone marrow, and lymphatic system and can impact people of all ages. While treatment options have advanced, navigating the cost and complexity of care remains a challenge for many patients and families. At NeedyMeds.org, we are committed to connecting individuals with the resources they need to reduce their healthcare costs and access vital support. Understanding Blood Cancers Blood cancer is a general term for cancers that affect how blood cells are produced and […]

High-Risk for Preeclampsia: Now What?

Pregnancy ought to be one of the most exciting and joyful experiences in life. Unfortunately, maternal and infant health outcomes are getting worse in the United States. Rates of complications are rising, and while the causes are complex, one key factor is the increase in hypertensive disorders during pregnancy. These conditions can lead to severe outcomes, especially when they go undiagnosed or untreated. One of the most serious of these conditions is preeclampsia. It affects thousands of pregnant individuals each year, often with little warning. But there is a simple, evidence-based intervention that can help reduce the risk for those […]

Crohn’s and Colitis: Navigating Financial Resources

Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis come with unique challenges, from managing treatments to covering medical costs. During Crohn’s and Colitis Awareness Week, we’re highlighting financial resources that can help patients and caregivers navigate these conditions more effectively. This article explores tools to save on medications, access scholarships, find supportive camps, and connect with financial assistance programs. With NeedyMeds, you can discover practical solutions to manage care more confidently. Save on Crohn’s Medications With the NeedyMeds Drug Discount Card Many medications for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis are eligible for savings with the NeedyMeds Drug Discount Card. This free card is […]

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Breast Cancer: Save on Costs with These 10 Resources

During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, many people focus on prevention and research, but the financial impact of a breast cancer diagnosis can be just as devastating. The cost of chemotherapy, surgeries, and medications can add up fast, leaving patients and their families struggling to make ends meet. Even with insurance, the out-of-pocket expenses can become overwhelming. The good news? We list resources on our website designed specifically to help with these costs, so you can focus on your health instead of worrying about how to afford care. We’ve rounded up 10 resources that provide a wide range of financial support—from […]

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