Linda,
If cancer runs in your family, you might be especially concerned about your risk. If you & a spouse are looking for some peace of mind, insurance is available specifically to cover you if you should get cancer.

If you are among the majority of cancer patients and survive for at least five years following your diagnosis, you may face another fight: buying life insurance.
Buying life insurance after a cancer diagnosis is challenging, but not necessarily impossible. Your chances for securing a policy depend greatly on the type, stage and grade of cancer, and even the treatment plan.
Wonderful Question.