My beautiful friend Emma was first diagnosed with cancer when we were 14. Despite invasive treatment she managed to get her English degree from one of the UK’s top unis, and build a successful career in journalism.
A few years ago she wrote a series for @thisismoney on cancer and personal finances, to help others navigate common money issues after their diagnoses. A lot has been written about the emotional and health impacts of cancer, but relatively little about the huge financial impact.
Emma sadly died last week, aged 30. I’m sharing some of these articles below, so they can continue to provide vital guidance for others.
Your rights at work after a cancer diagnosis: https://www.thisismoney.co.uk/money/howmoneyworks/article-4533122/Your-rights-work-fall-ill.html
Cancer and your finances: Your rights at work if you fall ill

Aside from the financial aspect, continuing with your job or getting back to the office after treatment is an important part of getting back to normality and can play a huge part in your recovery.

https://www.thisismoney.co.uk/money/howmoneyworks/article-4533122/Your-rights-work-fall-ill.html
How to find affordable travel insurance when you’ve had cancer: https://www.thisismoney.co.uk/money/howmoneyworks/article-5938785/Cancer-finances-affordable-travel-insurance-pre-existing-illness.html
Cancer and your finances: How to avoid the travel insurance traps

Mention the 'C' word and insurers see pound signs - either that or they slam the proverbial door in your face. At least that's how it can feel. Here's our guide to getting cover with a pre-existing...

https://www.thisismoney.co.uk/money/howmoneyworks/article-5938785/Cancer-finances-affordable-travel-insurance-pre-existing-illness.html
How to make sure you’re accessing all of the benefits you’re entitled to: https://www.thisismoney.co.uk/money/howmoneyworks/article-4670712/Cancer-finances-Benefits-entitled-to.html
Cancer and your finances: How to navigate the benefits maze

Grappling with the benefits monster can be daunting, particularly for those struggling with common side effects such as nausea, fatigue and chemo brain so here's everything you need to know.

https://www.thisismoney.co.uk/money/howmoneyworks/article-4670712/Cancer-finances-Benefits-entitled-to.html
Info on some of the extra help you may not realise you’re entitled to, including student loan write-offs: https://www.thisismoney.co.uk/money/howmoneyworks/article-5077745/Cancer-finances-extra-help-not-know-about.html
Cancer and your finances: The extra help you might not know about

Those going through cancer treatment and coping with the after effects are faced with a whole host of extra costs. Here's where you can get help from energy bills to wigs.

https://www.thisismoney.co.uk/money/howmoneyworks/article-5077745/Cancer-finances-extra-help-not-know-about.html
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