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me and my husband ,we share a a business which is public facing ,i considering closing this because hes not wanting people to know is so hard and hes not returning . he wants people not to text him ,so its all on me and my mums just died from cancer...
I recently got diagnosed with womb cancer, I am a full time home carer and my husband works full time. I am really struggling with my working hours at the moment and was wondering if I would be entitled to any benefits or any help. If I go on the sick...
This is a rather trite question in the circumstances but I’m having trouble obtaining travel insurance and wonder if any members can help with suggestions of companies that might be able to offer cover. I’ve just started receiving treatment for breast...
I am 71. In receipt of state pension. Salary from my employer as i work in a garage forecourt I had Rectom cancer and tumor removed 9 weeks ago Currently being paid SSP from employer I have notified HMRC as i pay so much in tax as i am in receipt...
Hi. I’m on palliative care. Cancer has spread to several parts of body. im having to be rehoused as my current home is unsuitable. I’ve been offered a property by my housing. I’m unable to work. The expenses of a removal van and having to buy new household...
I have been diagnosed with stage 2 bladder cancer , my father who is 76 has lived in spain for 18 years and has residency permit, is it possible for me (48yrs) old to move out there so he can look after me , I have tried finding out, but its all very...
I am diagnosed with cup I am surviving 8 years now and get scans annual doing extremely well I have been on a ds1500 but time frames I had to renew last one was off doctor gp practice now they won’t issue me a update one but I still meet the criteria...
Hi. I have had a preventive dmx but redundancies have been announced. Is my time off for this surgery covered under equalities act? It wasn't cancer but cancer prevention and there is very little information on this. Thanks
My mum has had another recent cancer diagnosis and my dad has been supporting her recently and in the past. He drives her to clinic appointments etc as well as general support as a partner. He struggles to open up with how he is feeling and copes through...
Hi, i am 42 and got diagnosed with breast cancer a month ago. Starting my chemotherapy this coming Friday. I am relieved to start my treatment but my anger level is off the roof. I thought that knowing when i start would have helped but it didn’t. i struggle...
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