Free money for cancer patients: $1,000 monthly cash cards tested in new study
NCT ID NCT06771739
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This pilot study will give 20 early-stage cancer patients a preloaded cash card with $1,000 each month. The goal is to see if this simple cash support can prevent financial hardship, like debt or missed rent, and improve treatment outcomes. Researchers will measure how many people join, stay, and complete surveys to decide if a larger study is possible.
What this could mean
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Active substance
unrestricted cash payments (preloaded cash cards)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could show that giving cash directly to cancer patients reduces financial stress and may improve their health and quality of life.
What could go wrong
This is a very small pilot study with only 20 people, so results may not apply to everyone. It tests feasibility, not whether cash actually improves health outcomes.
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PeaceHealth Saint Joseph Medical Center
Bellingham, Washington, 98225, United States
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PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center
Vancouver, Washington, 98664, United States
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