World Cancer Day - taking action

Cancer has sadly now become a household name with most of us sadly knowing someone who has been affected by the heartbreak of cancer. Following World Cancer Day, it's important to look at how we can all make a difference and raise awareness.

Spread the word

Social media is a powerful tool to share your message when it comes to cancer. If you know someone who’s currently battling the c-word, why not post a tribute or inspirational story to them online? You can also use the hashtag #WorldCancerDay to join the online movement of people posting their stories and donating to cancer research.

Fundraising is essential

Raising money for cancer research, treatment, and advocacy is a great way to help. You can start a fundraising campaign and donate the funds you raise to organisations that do work to fight cancer. These funds can help provide treatments for those who cannot afford them or support research for potential cures. Any donation, no matter how much, can make a difference. If you’re not sure where to start, here are some of the most well known cancer charities that are working to make a difference:

• There’s a reason you’re so familiar with Cancer Research UK - it’s the world’s leading cancer charity dedicated to saving lives through research, influence and information.
  
  
• Macmillan Cancer Support has been around since 1911 and is the UK’s leading source of cancer support.
  
  
• Anthony Nolan is the charity that makes life saving connections between patients and strangers who are willing to donate their stem cells.
  
  
• Lenox Children's Cancer Support are there to provide a lifeline for children and their families who are going through the heartbreak of a child cancer diagnosis.

Support them in the small ways too

When a loved one is diagnosed with cancer, a lot of emotions rise to the surface. You’ll likely feel anger, confusion, shock and you’ll want to do everything in your power to help them get better. Tackling cancer is a team effort and we all need to do more, but if a loved one is currently battling cancer, think about how you can help them first, even in the small ways.

Whether it’s cooking meals, taking them to and from appointments or just being there for them when they need it most, supporting them should always be at the top of your list.

Every little helps

There are countless ways you can use your voice and join in the fight against cancer for World Cancer Day. Take part in a local event, or join an online action to have your voice heard.

You could look into virtual walks and runs, sign petitions, or share impactful content on your social media. Use the hashtag #WorldCancerDay to start a meaningful conversation. You never know, your support could encourage others to take action and raise the funds that are needed.

Critical illness cover and cancer

Life has a habit of throwing a curveball every now and then. But one of the best ways you can give yourself and your loved ones some peace of mind is by having the right cover in place.

A critical illness policy can offer financial security for your loved ones, if you were to be diagnosed with a critical illness as defined in your policy terms and conditions.

No critical illness insurance policy is the same. It all depends on your own medical history and which provider you choose, however, most critical illness policies cover the following illnesses as standard:

• Cancer Heart attack
• Stroke
• Multiple sclerosis
• Alzheimer's
• Loss of limbs
• Loss of sight
  
  

What happens if you claim on your critical illness policy?

If you sadly had to claim on your critical illness cover then once you have gone through the claims process with your provider and your claim is deemed valid, then you will receive your pay-out and your policy will end.

The tax-free lump sum from your critical illness cover will be paid out directly to you so that you can begin using it as you see fit. The money is there to make life easier for you, here are just a few examples of how you could use the money from your critical illness cover:

• Pay for travel to and from specialist hospitals
• Afford the essentials (think the weekly food shop, the bills, new clothes for your little ones)
• Take your loved ones on the holiday of a lifetime
• Pay for modifications to your home, if you have to change the way you live to adjust to your diagnosis and new lifestyle
• Keep up with mortgage or rent payments
  
  

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