I agree that preventative measures are important; that is why I eat organic and avoid processed food. But sometimes the causes are environmental or unknown. In any event, it is very sad when the financial strain is on top of the physical struggle. It's sad all around.
It's just so sad- it's like adding insult to injury. Bad enough you have to battle for your life, you have to figure out how you are going to pay for it.
I am just west of the path- but many of my loved ones are directly in the path. I don't think they will be outside acting stupid, though. At least, I hope not.