"Parents whose children are being treated for cancer are facing serious hidden financial costs of more than €2,200 a month, it has emerged. The added financial toll, on top of the fear a diagnosis brings, mounts up as parents may have to take unpaid leave from work, pay for childcare for siblings as well as face outlays for travel, accommodation, food, heat, parking, medical needs and therapies."
"Eight in 10 parents experience loss of income when their child is diagnosed, charity chief says"
Eight in ten parents lose income when a child is diagnosed with cancer. Families with a child undergoing cancer treatment face hidden monthly costs exceeding €2,200. Additional expenses include unpaid leave from work, paid childcare for siblings, and outlays for travel, accommodation, food, heating, parking, medical supplies, and therapies. These financial demands add to the emotional burden of a cancer diagnosis and can destabilize household finances. Many families must reallocate savings or incur debt to cover ongoing treatment-related costs. Sustained financial pressure can affect parents’ ability to work and provide long-term care for their children.
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