Cancer patients’ income and tax
Having cancer can affect many things to do with your income. Reimbursements and allowances depend on the patient’s life situation.
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Rehabilitation and reimbursements
If your illness is prolonged and there is a delay in your returning to work, you may need rehabilitation. Access to rehabilitation requires that you have a rehabilitation plan, which is needed to apply for benefits and services.
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Cancer treatment drugs and reimbursements
The Social Insurance Institution Kela reimburses the costs of prescription drugs and part of the costs of emollients and clinical nutrients prescribed for treating illnesses.
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Travel expense reimbursements for cancer patients
The Social Insurance Institution (Kela) reimburses the costs of travel for cancer treatment and rehabilitation. You can claim for travel for doctor’s appointments or for examinations ordered by a doctor or for treatment.
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Cancer and your finances
Having cancer can radically undermine your and your family’s financial situation. Even in the early stages of the disease it is good to bear in mind that dealing with various expenses, benefits and reimbursements will require some effort on your part.
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Services
Syöpäjärjestöjen palvelut on tarkoitettu kaikille, joita syöpään liittyvät asiat mietityttävät. Tukipalvelut auttavat myös, kun arki askarruttaa.
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