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 types

Cancer is not a unitary disease but a large group of diseases that include many different cancers. Their causes, symptoms and forms of treatment differ from one another.

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Advice Services

You can chat with a specialist cancer nurse – or call or send a message. The counseling service of cancer organizations is intended for you who are affected by cancer.

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Your well-being while caring for a sick loved one

Caring for the well-being and resources of the patient is often overshadowed by the confusion, sadness and exhaustion experienced by the spouse or partner.

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Anger

Cancer can bring the experience of life’s limitations and the awareness that life is not proceeding as you had expected and planned. Understandably, this brings frustration and anger.

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Fear, anxiety and stress

An unexpected diagnosis that shatters your dreams of a comfortable, predictable life can trigger fear and vulnerability.

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Taking care of yourself

Taking care of daily routines is part of self-care. Taking care of yourself during your illness is the most important way you can contribute to your recovery.

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Back to work after cancer

A long absence from work may require support, flexibility and rehabilitation. The best results come from cooperation between the employer, employee and occupational health service.

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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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