Category: Cancer

  • Men Ages 45 & Older – Schedule a Prostate Screening

    Fact: About 1 in 8 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer.

    Signs & Symptoms

    Prostate cancer often develops before symptoms occur. When symptoms appear, they may include:

    –  Difficulty starting or stopping urination
    –  Weak/slow urine flow
    –  Pain during urination
    –  Blood in urine or semen
    –  Erectile Dysfunction

    Get Screened at 45

    Men 45 and older should discuss screening with their doctor.

    A PSA test is a blood test that measures your level of prostate-specific antigen, a protein made in the prostate gland.

    Why Getting Screened Matters

    –  The results are a good predictor of your lifetime risk of developing prostate cancer
    –  If you are at higher risk, your doctor can monitor you more closely
    –  Prostate cancer is more curable when it’s caught early.

    No-Cost Screening for Eligible NYCDCC Members

    Eligible NYCDCC members and dependents who meet applicable screening guidelines may receive recommended in-network cancer screenings at no cost.

    Schedule a Screening Today

    Need help finding a provider or scheduling an appointment?

    Active NYCDCC members and dependents – find a provider through Independence Administrators here

    Medicare-Eligible retirees and dependents – find a provider through UnitedHealthcare here

    You can also request an appointment through MSK here

    Learn More

    The NYCDCC Benefit Funds has launched the “This Is Not A Drill” Cancer Screening campaign to help NYCDCC families live longer, healthier lives.

    Visit nyccbf.org/cancer to learn about available cancer screenings, determine which screenings may be appropriate for you, and find information on how to schedule them.

    Note: Screening recommendations may vary based on an individual’s medical history or other risk factors, and members should follow their healthcare provider’s recommendations.

    Preventive screening services are generally covered under the Fund’s health benefits. Please reach out to Member Services with any questions about coverage.

     

  • Cervical Cancer: Start Getting Screened at 21

    Fact: Cervical cancer tests take 2 minutes, and can catch cancer when it is most treatable.

    When Should I Get Screened?

    Memorial Sloan Kettering (MSK) recommends women at average risk start getting screened at age 21.

    Age 21-29 – Have a Pap test every 3 years.

    Age 30-65 – Follow one of these guidelines:

    – Have a Pap test every 3 years

    – Have a Pap test with an HPV test every 5 years

    – Have an HPV test every 5 years

    Age 65 & Older – You do not need cervical cancer screening if you followed screening guidelines earlier.

    Lowering Your Risk of Cervical Cancer

    – Follow Pap smear guidelines to screen for any changes in the cells of the cervix

    – Use condoms and dental dams every time you have sex

    – Get the HPV vaccine

    No-Cost Screening for Eligible NYCDCC Members

    Eligible NYCDCC members and dependents who meet applicable screening guidelines may receive recommended in-network cancer screenings at no cost.

    Schedule a Screening Today

    Need help finding a provider or scheduling an appointment?

    Active NYCDCC members and dependents – find a provider through Independence Administrators here

    Medicare-Eligible retirees and dependents – find a provider through UnitedHealthcare here

    You can also request an appointment through MSK here

    Learn More

    The NYCDCC Benefit Funds has launched the “This Is Not A Drill” Cancer Screening campaign to help NYCDCC families live longer, healthier lives.

    Visit nyccbf.org/cancer to learn about available cancer screenings, determine which screenings may be appropriate for you, and find information on how to schedule them.

    Note: Screening recommendations may vary based on an individual’s medical history or other risk factors, and members should follow their healthcare provider’s recommendations.

    Preventive screening services are generally covered under the Fund’s health benefits. Please reach out to Member Services with any questions about coverage.

  • Colorectal Cancer: Get Screened Before You Have Symptoms

    Fact: Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States.

    Should I Get Screened?

    If you are age 45 or older, schedule a colorectal cancer screening today—even if you have no symptoms or known risk factors. Colorectal cancer screenings save lives!

    Colorectal Cancer Screening

    The two most common tests for colorectal cancer are:

    1. Colonoscopy
    2. Fecal Immunochemical Test (FIT)

    Memorial Sloan Kettering recommends getting a colonoscopy at age 45. Colonoscopies can find and prevent cancer.

    FIT checks for blood in your stool, and while it can be done at home, it is less comprehensive than a colonoscopy.

    No-Cost Screening for Eligible NYCDCC Members

    Eligible NYCDCC members and dependents who meet applicable screening guidelines may receive recommended in-network cancer screenings at no cost.

    Schedule a Screening Today

    Need help finding a provider or scheduling an appointment?

    Active NYCDCC members and dependents – find a provider through Independence Administrators here

    Medicare-Eligible retirees and dependents – find a provider through UnitedHealthcare here

    You can also request an appointment through MSK here

    Most colorectal cancers can be prevented or detected early through routine screening. If you are age 45 or older, talk with your healthcare provider about the screening option that is right for you.

    Learn More

    The NYCDCC Benefit Funds has launched the “This Is Not A Drill” Cancer Screening campaign to help NYCDCC families live longer, healthier lives.

    Visit nyccbf.org/cancer to learn about available cancer screenings, determine which screenings may be appropriate for you, and find information on how to schedule them.

  • This Is Not A Drill – NYCDCC Benefit Funds Launches Cancer Screening Campaign for Members and Dependents

    Don’t wait for symptoms. Early detection saves lives.

    The NYCDCC Benefit Funds is launching its “This Is Not A Drill” cancer screening campaign and new webpage at nyccbf.org/cancer to help members and dependents learn about recommended cancer screenings and take action to protect their health.

    Eligible NYCDCC members and dependents who meet screening guidelines can receive recommended in-network cancer screenings at no cost.

    Through our new webpage, members can:

    • Learn which cancer screenings may be appropriate based on age, risk factors, and screening guidelines
    • Receive personalized screening recommendations through Memorial Sloan Kettering’s online assessment tool
    • Find participating providers and scheduling resources
    • Learn more about cancer prevention and early detection

    June is National Cancer Survivor Month, making it an ideal time to focus on preventive care and early detection.

    Many cancers have no warning signs until they are advanced. Don’t wait for symptoms.

    Visit nyccbf.org/cancer today and take the first step toward protecting your health and the health of your family.

    View our full cancer screening campaign fact sheet here.

    This Is Not A Drill – Flyer

  • Testicular Cancer Awareness Month with MSK Direct

    April is Testicular Cancer Awareness Month, and the NYCDCCBF is sharing resources from our partners at Memorial Sloan Kettering. Memorial Sloan Kettering (MSK) is an in-network provider for NYCDCC Welfare Fund participants with coverage through either Independence Administrators and/or UnitedHealthcare.

    Testicular Cancer Risk Factors

    Each year, about 9,000 Americans are diagnosed with testicular cancer, many of whom are between the ages of 15-35. While testicular cancer is not linked to any activities or lifestyles, there are two important risks that can raise your chance of getting the disease:

    1) Having an undescended testicle. If you were born with a testicle that did not descend you have a greater risk of testicular cancer (even if you had surgery to fix the problem).

    2) You already had testicular cancer. If you had cancer in one of your testicles, you’re more likely to get cancer in the other one.

    Signs & Symptoms of Testicular Cancer

    The most common signs of testicular cancer are pain, swelling, or a lump/hardness in the testicle. If you find a lump in a testicle, please see your healthcare provider right away.

    Less common symptoms include:

    – Pain in the lower abdomen and/or groin

    – Tenderness in the breast and surrounding area

    – A painless lump in the testicle

    – Heaviness in the scrotum

    – Back pain

    These symptoms do not always mean you have cancer. See your healthcare provider if you have any of them. It’s important to find the cancer early, so it’s easier to treat.

    Additional Resources from MSK

    You can learn more about testicular cancer on MSK’s website: https://www.mskcc.org/cancer-care/types/testicular-germ-cell-tumors

    Reminder: the NYCDCC Welfare Fund has a partnership with MSK Direct to provide members and their families the highest-quality cancer programs and services, virtually or in-person, to help navigate your unique journey of screening and prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and life beyond cancer.

    If you or a family member are impacted by cancer and would like to discuss treatment options at MSK, call the dedicated MSK Direct phone line for NYCDCC participants and dependents at (844) 386-3368 or visit www.mskcc.org/nycdcc

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