A recent study published in the JAMA Network Open reveals that patients experiencing cancer diagnoses see significant increases in out-of-pocket costs. The research found that consumers paid an average of $592 more per month for six months following diagnosis. This rise is attributed to a substantial increase in medical expenses, including copays, prescriptions, and other healthcare-related costs.
Source: https://www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/2025/08/04/cancer-diagnosis-health-care-costs