Money matters
You need to check your existing life insurance policy if you are diagnosed with cancer. Or make sure that a new policy suits your needs.
Last reviewed: 04 Sept 2024
Next review due: 04 Sept 2027
A list of organisations who can give you financial help and advice on issues such as mortgages, pensions and loans.
Being diagnosed with cancer doesn’t mean that you can't get a mortgage. But a lender needs to know that you can pay back the loan.
Health insurance can be harder to get if you have cancer. You will need to check with the insurer whether cancer is a medical condition that they cover.
You might earn less when having cancer. But there are government benefits that you might qualify for if you have cancer or care for someone with cancer. There are people who can advise you about your financial situation and help you apply for benefits.

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