I couldn't agree more! Z's hearing is certainly worse from the chemo, which is a well documented side effect of these agents. In fact, I would recomend that anyone receiving the platinum chemos get their hearing tested before and after treatment just to be sure. Ah...but then the damage isn't covered, so why bother? Similarly the "extra" necessary dental cleanings and pre-treatment work wasn't "covered". I guess we just have to move forward with the pitance they give us. Less than a third of the cost to hear the world again. grrr...