Financial issues

At the time of a blood cancer diagnosis, your first and main thought should be your wellbeing. But sometimes, financial issues can also be a worry and you may need help to cope with this.

A cancer diagnosis can affect many aspects of your life including your finances. This section will help provide information and advice on the practical issues you may need to consider after diagnosis and during treatment.

Money and benefits

A cancer diagnosis can affect many aspects of your life including your finances, working arrangements and travel. This section will help provide information and advice on the practical issues you may need to consider after diagnosis and during treatment.

Welfare benefits

We talk you through state benefits, eligibility and more. It's important to note that the purpose of this webpage is to give an overview of the benefits that may be relevant to you as a leukaemia patient. Speak to our Advocacy team for guidance on personal claims.

Cost of Living service

We understand talking about money worries can be difficult and sometimes an uncomfortable topic. If you're struggling financially, we're here to help. Take a look at the cost of living services we offer as well as useful articles directing you to important sources of information.

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July 25th

NEW oral treatment for ALL patients approved in Scotland

Leukaemia Care are pleased to announce that adult patients with philadelphia chromosome–positive (Ph+) acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (ALL) now have access to Dasatinib thanks to the decision made by the National Cancer Medicines Advisory Group (NCMAG) today....

July 12th

Gordon Waring: My Fundraising Story

Gordon took on his own walking challenge to raise vital funds for Leukaemia Care after his stepson was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukaemia (AML) at 37 years old. Here, he talks about how the family’s life has since been turned upside down and how the walk also gave him the opportunity to reflect on his own journey. ...

July 5th

General Election result vs Leukaemia Care’s manifesto

With the 2024 general election over, Charlotte, Leukaemia Care's Policy and Evidence Manager shares how we plan to work with the future government to improve early diagnosis rates of cancers like leukaemia and improve cancer care....